jagatsukh Temple manali

 The history of Himachal has played a great role in shaping up the monumental heritage of the state. Thanks to the multi cultural influence that has made it possible for Himachal to give the tourists everything that they can seek for. The most dominating as well as the most highlighted monumental attractions are that of the British landmarks. It is an inevitable fact as they were the ones who ruled this state for the maximum stretch of time. But however, you will find significant effect of Mughal and Hindu architecture as well. This week we are taking you to the temples of Kullu.

Temples of Kullu

Milestones of Great Himachal History

Bounded by Dhauladhar and Pir Panjal ranges on either side, the Kullu Valley is often referred to as Valley of Gods or Eden of Apple. Kullu is famous for its Devi Devtas and temples. Local residents perform many rites and rituals for their deities. Every year many fairs and festivals are organised in Kullu district. During such fairs and festivals dozens of Devi Devtas come to meet each other from different parts of Kullu riding on their palanquins by their special devotees called ‘Kardars’. The temples in Kullu have fantastic architectures and one can find mostly idols of stone in the temples. There are many famous temples in Kullu and have a unique history behind them.

Gauri Shankar Temple

Dedicated to Lord Shiva, Gauri Temple is located just below the Castle and is known for its striking architecture. Built during the 11th and 12th century, this is a heritage building has been recognised as a heritage place of worship. Believed to be the last monument of the Gurjara-Pratihara traditions, the stone carvings on the temple are famous attractions.

Basheshwar Mahadev Temple

Basheshwar Mahadev Temple is situated in Bajaura, which is 15 km away from the town. This temple is well-known for its exquisite stone carvings, sculptures and flat shikharas. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, the temple dates back to the 9th century. Situated on the banks of River Beas, the temple houses a large ‘Yoni Lingam’ idol, representing Lord Shiva and his consort, Goddess Parvati.

Jagatsukh Temple

Jagatsukh is one of the biggest villages in Kullu, which is famous for an ancient Shiva Temple, built in shikhara style. In this hamlet, tourists can also find the chalet-roofed temple dedicated to Goddess Sandhya Devi, the small shrine of Gaurishankar and Sharvali Devi Temple. Tri-ratha sanctum roofed by a shikhara is the distinguishing attribute of these temples. It is believed that these temples were constructed in the beginning of the 8th century