Frequently Asked Questions

The temple is open daily from 5:00 AM to 9:00 PM, including all festival days. Morning aarti is at 5:30 AM and evening aarti at 7:00 PM.

Yes, free parking is available near the temple entrance for both cars and two-wheelers.

March to June and September to November offer the most pleasant weather. Navratri is an especially auspicious time to visit.

Photography is welcome in the outer premises. Kindly refrain from photography inside the sanctum out of respect for the deity.

Guesthouses and hotels are available in Manila and nearby Almora, all within a short drive of the temple.

The temple is dedicated to Maa Manila Devi, worshipped as a form of Maa Durga. She is revered as the family deity (Kul Devi) of the Katyuri dynasty.

The shrine has two parts on the hillside - Malla (upper) Manila and Talla (lower) Manila. Devotees traditionally offer prayers at both.

Manila is roughly 85 km from Ranikhet and is reached via Almora. The drive winds through scenic Kumaon hills, so allow extra time.

No, there is no entry fee. The temple is open to all devotees free of charge.