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{{Infobox Hindu temple<br />
|name=Kamna Devi Temple<br />
|native_name='''कामना देवी मँदिर'''<br />
|image=Kamna Devi Temple Shimla.jpg<br />
|caption=Kamna Devi Temple<br />
|religious_affiliation=[[Hinduism]]<br />
|deity=[[Ambika (goddess)|Kamna Devi]]<br />
|district=[[Shimla district|Shimla]]<br />
|state=[[Himachal Pradesh]]<br />
|map_type=India Himachal Pradesh#India<br />
|map_caption=Location in Himachal Pradesh<br />
|festivals=[[Navratri]]<br />
|location=Prospect Hill, Boileauganj, [[Shimla]]<br />
|country={{flag|India}}<br />
|coordinates={{coord|31|05|46|N|77|08|03|E|type:landmark_region:IN|display=inline,title}}<br />
|elevation_m=2,176<br />
|elevation_ft=7,139<br />
|creator=Rana of [[Junga, Himachal Pradesh|Junga]]<br />
}}<br />
'''Kamna Devi Temple''' is a [[Hindu temple]] located in Boileauganj, [[Shimla]], [[Himachal Pradesh]]. It is situated atop of Prospect Hill which is one of the [[Seven Hills of Shimla|seven hills in Shimla]]. The temple is situated on steep road to hilltop above Boileauganj.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Kamna Devi Temple in Shimla - Devi Temples in HImachal Pradesh |url=https://www.euttaranchal.com/tourism/kamna-devi-temple-shimla.php |access-date=2025-12-14 |website=www.euttaranchal.com |language=en}}</ref> <br />
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== History ==<br />
The temple was built by Rana of [[Junga, Himachal Pradesh|Junga]] in 18th century. The exact date of the establishment of the temple is not known. The temple is built in the local hill architectural style though not proper in [[Kath kuni architecture|Kath Kuni]] or [[Pagoda]] style as other temples of Himachal Pradesh.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Kamna Devi Temple – The Wish-Giver of Prospect Hill {{!}} A Guide to Himachal Pradesh |url=https://aguidetohimachal.com/kamna-devi-temple-the-wish-giver-of-prospect-hill/ |access-date=2025-12-14 |language=en-US}}</ref><br />
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== Belief ==<br />
The temple is considered to be one of the most prominent in Shimla. Pilgrims usually pray here for the blessings and for resolutions of their problems, especially regarding family or marriage. Pilgrims come here from all parts of the country to seek blessings of the goddess.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Kamna Devi Temple – The Wish-Giver of Prospect Hill {{!}} A Guide to Himachal Pradesh |url=https://aguidetohimachal.com/kamna-devi-temple-the-wish-giver-of-prospect-hill/ |access-date=2025-12-14 |language=en-US}}</ref><br />
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== Geography ==<br />
The temple is situated at the hill top of the [[Prospect Hill (Shimla)|Prospect Hill]] which is one of the [[Seven Hills of Shimla|seven hills of Shimla]]. The temple is situated between [[Cedrus deodara|Deodar]], [[Pine]], [[Oak]] and [[Rhododendron]] trees. It is located in serene environment. The temple provides scenic views of southern Shimla including [[Tara Devi Temple]].<ref>{{Cite web |title=Kamna Devi Temple – The Wish-Giver of Prospect Hill {{!}} A Guide to Himachal Pradesh |url=https://aguidetohimachal.com/kamna-devi-temple-the-wish-giver-of-prospect-hill/ |access-date=2025-12-14 |language=en-US}}</ref><br />
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== Accessibility ==<br />
As the temple is located inside the city, the accessibility is comparatively easy as to the other temples which are outside the city. One can reach here by bus to Boileauganj and then by foot or by private vehicle or taxi to the top to the temple. Buses to Boileauganj can be taken by the [[Old Bus Stand, Shimla|Old Bus Stand]] or by other bus stops of Shimla or by train then bus or taxi can be taken from outside the [[Shimla railway station]] gate.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Kamna Devi Temple Shimla (Timings, History, Entry Fee, Images, Aarti, Location & Phone) - Shimla Tourism |url=https://shimlatourism.co.in/kamna-devi-temple-shimla |access-date=2025-12-14 |website=shimlatourism.co.in}}</ref><br />
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== References ==<br />
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[[Category:Temples in Shimla]]<br />
[[Category:Hindu temples in Himachal Pradesh]]<br />
[[Category:Hindu temples in Himachal Pradesh by district]]<br />
[[Category:Tourist attractions in Shimla]]</div>AryaInIND