Top 7 Temples in HimachalPradesh
Famously called the ‘Abode of the Gods’, the northern Indian state of Himachal Pradesh, which is situated amidst the ranges of the snow capped mountains of the Himalayas, is blessed with a great number of ancient Hindu temples. Top 7 Temples in Himachal Pradesh
The charming land of this mountainous state with lush green meadows and singing streams is blessed with more than 2,000 Hindu temples. Here, I have enlisted the top 7 temples in Himachal Pradesh.
1. Chamunda Devi Temple, Kangra
Situated on the bank of the Baner River in Kangra, the Chamunda Devi Temple, which was constructed in the 16th century, is a renowned ancient sacred shrine. It is notable that the Chamunda Devi is regarded as a manifestation of Durga or Shakti. Besides this, the temple is also regarded as the dwelling place of Shakti and Lord Shiva. Hence, this temple is also referred to as the Chamunda Nandikeshwar Dham.
2. Naina Devi Temple, Bilaspur
Counted among the most renowned ancient temples of the northern Indian state of Himachal Pradesh, the Naina Devi Temple, which is nestled in the district of Bilaspur, is regarded as one of 51 Shaktipeethas on Earth where the limbs of Sati fell. With no worry for the months of cold winter, this ancient temple is visited by a great number of devotees all the year round. The duration of Chaitra and Ashwin Navratras, and the Shravan Ashtami is the best time for paying a holy visit to this ancient temple.
3. Baijnath Temple, Palampur, Kangra
Being a well famous shrine of Lord Shiva, the Baijnath Temple, which is situated close to Palampur within the valley of the Beas River, is counted among the most visited Hindu temples in this mountainous state. As per the claim of the inscription on the wall of the temple, two merchants named Manyuka and Ahuka constructed this great temple in the 13th century. The site of this temple had a shrine of Lord Shiva before the construction of this present temple.
4. Jwalamukhi Temple, Kangra
Wonderfully nestled on the ridge called Kali Dhar near Kangra, the Jwalamukhi Temple of Himachal Pradesh, which has a dome and high pinnacles with 3 ft deep square pit in the interior covered by pathway around it, is most renowned for the continuously burning blue flame originating in the rock sanctum.
5. Jakhu Temple, Shimla
Attracting thousands of devotees each year, the Jakhoo Temple, which is located atop the Jakhoo Hill in Shimla, the capital of the northern Indian state of Himachal Pradesh, is an ancient temple, dedicated to Lord Hanuman (Monkey God). Here, you can find a great number of monkeys roaming here and there.
6. Hadimba Temple, Dhungri, Manali
Dedicated to Hidimbi, the wife of Bhima, one of Pandava Brothers, the Hadimba Temple, which is situated at the Dhungri Van Vihar in Manali, is one of the most visited ancient temples of Manali as well as the northern Indian state of Himachal Pradesh. On this site, Bhima and Hadimba passed a year together after their wedding. Because of being situated at the Dhungri Van Vihar, this ancient temple, which is associated with the legend of the great Indian Epic Mahabharata, is also referred to as the Dhungri Temple.
7. Lakhshmi Narayan Temple, Chamba
Situated in Chamba, the Lakshmi Narayan Temple, which is dedicated to Lord Vishnu, is visited by a great number of devotees each year. Constructed in the 10th century, this ancient temple, which is regarded to be constructed by Raja Sahil Verma, owns Lord Vishnu’s idol, made of marble stones brought from the Vindhya Mountains by the sons of the king as per the legend. This ancient temple is counted among the most visited holy shrines in the northern Indian state of Himachal Pradesh.
On the basis of the temples mentioned above, it can be surely said that Himachal Pradesh is perfect for seeking holiness amidst the snow capped mountains. If you are also desirous to go to this mountainous state, you can book Himachal Holiday Packages with Great Offers. All of these tour packages, which are available at reasonable prices, can also be customized according to the demand of the clients
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