Located in Kumaun region of Uttarakhand state, Golu Chitai Temple is dedicated to Golu Devta - an avatar of Lord Shiva. Though there are many temples of Golu Devta in Almora but this temple is most sacred one. Situated 8 KMs from Almora, this temple is reputed to make wishes come true. This temple is 4Km away from main gate of Binsar wildlife sanctuary and 10 KM from Almora.
Chitai Golu Devta Temple is worshipped as God of Justice, and maximum devotees visit Chitai Golu Devta Temple to worship deity and ask for justice. The deity is worshipped with Pagri, White cloth and White shawl. Devotees can seek Gollu Devta’s divine intervention by writing to him, and that’s why many letters are pinned all over the temple along with bells. Golu Devta is worshipped by Milk, Ghee, Halwa, Pakauri, Poori and curd.
One can easily reach Chitai Golu Devta Temple by road with own vehicle or bus, sharing taxi, etc. Nearest railway station is Kathgodam Railway station and nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport which 124 KMs from the temple. The other tourist attractions near this temple are Kasar Devi, Martola, Bright End Corner, Kalimat, Gobind Ballabh Pant Public Museum, Deer Park, Simtola and Katarmal Sun Temple.