Opening Hours: 09:00 am to 06:00 pm
Prime Day & Hours: Weekends, morning and evening aarti
Suggested Duration: 2-3 hours
Tickets: Offline
Nearest Railway Station: Ramnagar Railway Station, about 24 km away
Nearest Airport: Pantnagar Airport, about 89 km away
Nearest Bus Stop: Ramnagar Bus Stand, about 21 km away
Sitabani Temple is a peaceful 18th-century shrine located deep in Uttarakhand's Sitabani Wildlife Reserve and honours Goddess Sita, who is thought to have spent part of her exile here with Luv and Kush. It is surrounded by the calm Sal forests of Jim Corbett National Park, and a must addition to your Jim Corbett tour package.
A short, easy walk through the woods leads you to the small temple complex, where carved idols of Sita and her sons serve as the main deities. The temple also holds subdieties like Ram Parivaar, Panchmukhi Hanuman, Durga, Ganesha, and a sacred Shivling, adding to a complete spiritual experience.
There are old amalaka stones, a headless dancing Ganesh, and ornate pillars and doorjambs that hint at an older Valmiki shrine and give the site more historical depth. A ritual kund (pond) nearby is a peaceful place full of spiritual energy.
Sitabani is not just a place for pilgrims; it's also a place to relax in nature. Jeep or elephant safaris go through the same forest where you might see deer, leopards, elephants, or even the elusive tiger, which is very different from the calm of the worship area.
This is where ancient myths meet the living wilderness. From November to June, the shrine is full of devotees and wildlife lovers, especially during the Rama Navami fairs. This creates a unique tapestry of devotion and adventure.
