Shakti of the Hills: A Journey to Manila Devi

By Mohan Chandra Uprety

Shakti of the Hills: A Journey to Manila Devi is a heartfelt pilgrimage into the sacred heart of the Kumaon Himalayas, where the winds carry whispers of the divine and every stone seems steeped in spiritual memory. More than just a travel narrative, this book is an immersive exploration of the living presence of Shakti-divine feminine energy-as embodied by the goddess Manila Devi, a revered but lesser-known deity nestled deep in the forested hills of Uttarakhand.

The journey unfolds through personal reflection, ancient myths, and modern encounters with devotees, sages, and villagers whose lives are intertwined with the goddess. From the mystical aura of hill temples to the intimate rituals of everyday devotion, the narrative brings alive the sacred geography of the region, mapping both the external trail to the shrine and the inner terrain of faith, healing, and transformation.

Each chapter reveals layers of meaning-philosophical, emotional, and cultural-illustrating how the worship of Manila Devi connects people to their roots, their environment, and to something timeless and transcendent. The book also delves into the challenges of preserving spiritual traditions in a fast-changing world, and the quiet power of revival born from belief, community, and resilience.

A poetic meditation as much as a spiritual guide, Shakti of the Hills invites readers to slow down, listen deeply, and perhaps undertake their own journey-not just to the hills of the goddess, but to the sacred within. It is a companion for seekers, wanderers, and all who long to walk with the divine in nature's embrace.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0F6BJXFT4
• ISBN13: 9798281246170
• Release Date: April 2025
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 88 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 8.5" x 11.0"