Sundernagar is located in Mandi District. The waters of Beas-Sutlej Project have given it a man-made lake. The temple of Mahamaya and Sukhdev Vatika on the nearby hill are other attractions. The beautiful town of Sundernagar is known for its shady walks amidst towering trees.The town is famous for its temples with the Mahamaya Temple […]
Himachal Pradesh
Temples in Himachal Pradesh: Discovering the Spiritual Side of the Himalayas
Himachal Pradesh, the land of snow-capped mountains and scenic beauty, is not only famous for its natural beauty but also for its rich spiritual heritage. The state is home to several ancient temples that offer a unique blend of spirituality and architectural excellence. These temples, located amidst the majestic Himalayas, are not only religious sites but also serve as cultural landmarks, offering a glimpse into Himachal Pradesh’s rich history and traditions.
One of the most famous temples in Himachal Pradesh is the Hadimba Temple, located in Manali. The temple is dedicated to Goddess Hadimba and is surrounded by beautiful cedar forests. Another popular temple in the state is the Baijnath Temple, located in Kangra. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is believed to have been built in the 9th century.
Apart from these two famous temples, Himachal Pradesh is home to several other temples that are equally impressive. The Naina Devi Temple in Bilaspur, the Chamunda Devi Temple in Kangra, and the Jwalamukhi Temple in Kangra are some of the other popular temples in the state.
Visiting the temples in Himachal Pradesh is a unique experience that allows visitors to explore the region’s rich spiritual and cultural heritage. These ancient temples offer a glimpse into the state’s unique culture and traditions and are a must-visit for anyone interested in exploring the region’s rich history.
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Trilokinath Temple, Lahaul and Spiti
This temple was constructed in the 10th century. It is proved by a stone inscription which was found in the temple complex in 2002 . It is described in this stone inscription that this temple was made by Dvanjra Rana which are beloved to be ancestors of present ‘ Rana Thakurs rulers of Triloknath village . […]
Posted inKangra
Jwala Ji Temple, Kangra
Jwala Devi temple is also known as Jwala Ji temple located in the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh is one of its kind, there is no idol placed inside, but a flame. It is one of the 51 Shaktipitha and Hindus believe that a visit to Jwala Devi temple in Kangra leads to end of […]
Posted inBilaspur, Himachal Pradesh
Sidh Bawa Balak Nath, Bilaspur, Himachal pradesh
Sidh Bawa Balak Nath, Bilaspur, Himachal pradesh Date built: – Deity: – Architectural style: – Major festivals Chet Mahina, Chaitra Locale: – District:: Bilaspur Address: – Phone – Sidh Bawa Balak Nath, also known as Paunahari or Dudhadhari, is a Hindu deity known as the most gracious god in Hinduism. He is known as the incarnation of Lord Shiva in Kali Yuga. […]
Posted inHimachal Pradesh, Sirmaur
Trilokpur, Nahan, Himachal Pradesh
Trilokpur, Nahan, Himachal Pradesh Date built: – Deity: – Architectural style: – Major festivals – Locale: – District:: Nahan Address: – Phone – Trilokpur ( त्रिलोकपुर Himachal, भारत INDIA) stands on an isolated hillock about 24 km south-west of Nahan, 77-15’ north and 30’30’ east, at an elevation of about 430 m. The place is famous for its temple of […]
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Naina Devi, Bilaspur, Himachal Pradesh
Naina Devi, Bilaspur, Himachal Pradesh Date built: – Deity: – Architectural style: – Major festivals – Locale: – District:: Bilaspur Address: – Phone – The famous shrine of Naina Devi is 57 km from Bilaspur, 151 Km from Shimla and 34 from Kiratpur Sahib. The temple, up on a hill, presents a panoramic view of the town of Anandpur Sahib (15 km […]
Posted inHimachal Pradesh, Kangra
Jawalamukhi Temple, Kangra, Himachal Pradesh
Jawalamukhi Temple, Kangra, Himachal Pradesh Date built: – Deity: – Architectural style: – Major festivals – Locale: – District:: Kangra Address: – Phone – Jawalamukhi is a Shakti peetha town and a nagar parishad in Kangra district in the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh. Hindu genealogy registers at Jawalamukhi, Himachal Pradesh are kept here.Jwala Devi is one of the major ‘Shakti Peethas’ of India. Jwala Devi Temple is […]
Posted inHimachal Pradesh, Kangra
Himani Chamunda, Kangra, Himachal Pradesh
Himani Chamunda, Kangra, Himachal Pradesh Date built: – Deity: – Architectural style: – Major festivals – Locale: – District:: Kangra Address: – Phone – Himani Chamunda is a Hindu temple dedicated to Chamunda, situated in the Kangra Valley, Himachal Pradesh, India, in the Himalayas.Barfani Chamunda or Aadi Himani Chamunda is a Hindu temple near the town of Chamunda (Himachal Pradesh). At 2810 metres and flanked […]
Posted inHimachal Pradesh, Kullu
Hidimba Devi Temple, Kullu, Himachal Pradesh
Hidimba Devi Temple, Kullu, Himachal Pradesh Date built: 1553 Deity: – Architectural style: – Major festivals Dhungari Mela Locale: – District:: Kullu Address: Hadimba Temple Road, Old Manali, Manali, Himachal Pradesh 175131 Phone – Hidimba Devi Temple, locally known as Dhungiri Temple, also known variously as the Hadimba Temple, is located in Manāli, a hill station in the […]
Posted inHimachal Pradesh, Una
Chintpurni, Una, Himachal Pradesh
Chintpurni, Una, Himachal Pradesh Date built: – Deity: – Architectural style: – Major festivals – Locale: Chintpurni, 177110 District:: Una district Address: Vpo chintpurni, teh Amb, Moien, Chintpurni, Himachal Pradesh 177110 Phone – Chintpurni (Hindi: चिंतपूर्णी) is a major pilgrimage Centre and one of the Shakti Peethas in India. The Chintpurni shakti peeth (Chhinnamastik shakti peeth) is located in Una […]