Jwalamukhi Mata Temple

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 some more temples of Chamba.

 Jwalamukhi Temple

The temple located on a small spur on the Dharamsala-Shimla road at a distance of about 20 km from the Jwalamukhi Road Railway Station attracts hundreds of thousands of pilgrims every year. No idol is located in the temple and the deity is worshipped in the form of flames which come out from the crevices of the rock. They are natural jets of combustible gas. There is a small platform in front of the temple and a(check usage) big mandap where a huge brass bell presented by the King of Nepal is hung. Usually milk and water are offered and the ahutis or oblations are offered to the sacred flames in the pit, situated in the centre of the temple in between the floor pillars supporting the roof. In this temple there is a copper pipe through which natural gas comes out and the priest of the temple lights this.

Temples of Kangra Architectural Richness of the Region

Kangra is renowned all over the world for its crafts and temples. Handicrafts and artifacts including paintings are world known. Kangra is proud of its rich cultural legacy. There are many rock-cut temples displaying the architectural excellence of the region. Masroor is known for many marvelous rock-cut temples. The town houses shrines of Chamunda Devi, Baijnath and Jawalamukhi. Tourism in Kangra is ideally suited to religious minded people who wish to visit the abode of gods known as Himachal. Baijnath, Jwalamukhi and Chamunda Devi temples attract uncountable number of visitors all from all around India as well as foreigner tourists