Wednesday, May 16, 2012

Himachal Pradesh Temples


A wide range of pilgrimage features and Hindu wats are located in Himachal Pradesh. There are more than two thousand wats in Himachal Pradesh. These Himachal Pradesh Wats are also amazing functions of framework. The wats are the features of captivation for the visitors and visitors. Many of them are also associated with traditional stories.

According to a perception, it is regarded that Sati's eye decreased at the very position where the Naina Devi Yatra in Himachal Pradesh is developed. The forehead of Naina Devi Yatra is in the position of Bilaspur in Himachal Pradesh.

Jawalmukhi forehead is one of the most visited wats in Himachal Pradesh. According to the Hindu stories, Sati's language decreased in the position where the forehead is being designed. The hindu forehead is developed in recognition to goddess Jawalmukhi, also known as Maa Jwala Ji. The value of Jawalmukhi is mouth of flame.

The forehead of Mata Chintpurni is dedicated to Mata Chintpurni and Chhinnamastika Devi. It is in the Una position. The deity has created such a name from the idol of goddess Durga in the forehead, which is without a go. 

The Baijnath forehead is in the Propensity position of Himachal Pradesh. It is a forehead that has been dedicated to Siva Vaidyanatha, importance the Expert of the medical experts. The Laxmi Narayan Temple is one of the most well-known wats and also the greatest one, in the Chamba position of Himachal Pradesh. There are six wats that are in the complex of the Laxmi Narayan Temple. 

The forehead of Bijli Mahadev is in the Kullu position of Himachal Pradesh. The level at which the forehead is located is about 2,438 evaluate among a amazing position. 

The Hadimba Temple is developed to pay recognition to Devi Hadimba. The second pandav, Bhim was the associate of Hadimba. The Renukaji Temple is developed near the Renuka Lake. It is developed in the storage area of Renuka. 

Saturday, April 7, 2012

Temples of the Himalayas


Popular Hindu faith sees the mighty Himalayas to be the home of the gods. Rich in natural beauty, the Himalayas region of India is full of prayer houses, dating back to antiquity. Numerous legends associated with the great epic of India are associated with these shrines. The following is a brief reference to some of the temples in the region.

1 Amarnath Cave Temple in Pahalgam near 1 Srinagar in Jammu & Kashmir: a long and difficult tour takes thousands of pilgrims each year to this ancient Sanctuary, where Shiva is worshipped as a natural lingam of ice

2 Anjana Devi Temple in Haridwar in Uttar Pradesh: located on the top of a hill near Haridwar

3 Annapurna Temple in Uttar Kashi in Uttar Pradesh

4 Annapurna Temple in Haridwar in Uttar Pradesh

5 Temple in Mandi in Himachal Pradesh Ardhanari: a modern temple with a rare Ardhanari image with carvings of high order

0.6 — Badrinath in Uttar Pradesh Badrinarayan Temple in: one of the most revered shrines in the country, visited Himalaya pilgrimage — Badrinath is a good sanctuary on the banks of the Alkananda River at an altitude of 11.400 ft above sea level.

7 Baijnath Temple in Baijnath neighborhood Dharmshala in Himachal Pradesh: a very old stone temple with intricate sculptural work-dedicated to Shiva. I

8 Bajreswari Temple in Dharmsala in Himachal Pradesh: Kangra neighborhood great temple with tall towers dedicated to Devi worshipped as lingam. The Guptganga ghats are a km from the temple.

9 Balaji Temple in Rishikesh in Uttar Pradesh: Modern temple built in the South Indian style.

10 Bharat Mata Temple in Shanti Kunj near Haridwar in Uttar Pradesh: a modern temple live images of various deities, religious leaders and national heroic depiction of unity in diversity inaugurated by the late Prime Minister Indira Gandhi.

11 Bharatji Mandir in Rishikesh in Uttar Pradesh: Oldest Temple in Rishikesh dedicated to Mahavishnu.

Bijli Mahadev Bijli Mahadev Temple in 12 near Kullu in Himachal Pradesh: ancient Shiva temple 11 km from Kullu, accessible only on foot. Known for his lightning performing flagpole.

13 Bisheshar Mahadev Temple in Kullu in Himachal Pradesh: a large stone monument with beautiful icons and carvings.

Chandi Devi Temple at Chandi 14 Parvat near Haridwar in Uttar Pradesh: located on a hill near Haridwar.

15 Chandra Mowliswara Temple in Rishikesh in Uttar Pradesh: Modern temple built in the South Indian style.

16 Chintpurni Temple in Chintpurni neighborhood Nagrota Surian in Himachal Pradesh: a Shakti shrine, where the goddess is worshiped worshiped in the form of a stone lingam.

17 Daksh Mahadev Temple in Haridwar in Uttar Pradesh: Kangal near a temple said to the site of a yagna performed by Daksha according to the Hindu Mythology.

18 Ganga Mata Temple at Gangotri in Uttar Pradesh

19 Gaurishankar Temple in Manali in Himachal Pradesh Jagatsukh near a small shikhara temple excavated and discovered in: this century.

20 Gayatri Temple in near Manali in Himachal Pradesh Jagatsukh: ancient temple with intricate woodwork with modern marble statue of the Gayatri.

21 Gayatri Temple in Shanti Kunj near Haridwar in Uttar Pradesh: 24 images of Gayatri near the Saptarishi Ashram, with yantra's-on the banks of the Ganges.

Guru Gobind Singh Gurudwara 22 on Mandi in Himachal Pradesh: a Gurdwara built on the edge of a cliff where Guru Gobind Singh gemediteerd.

Hidimba Devi Temple of Manali in Himachal Pradesh 23: ancient cave temple Hidimba of Mahabharata celebrate with complicated carved wooden doors and a wooden shikhara.

24 Nagrota Surian Temple in Nagrota Surian in Himachal Pradesh: one of the respected Peeths in India, where the Mother Goddess Shakthi is worshiped in the form of an immortal flame.

25 Kalbhairav Temple in Haridwar in Uttar Pradesh

Mahadeo Temple in inUttar Pradesh Kamleshwar 26 Srinagar

27 Karna Prayag the neighbourhood of Joshi Math Temple in Karna in Uttar Pradesh: a temple dedicated to one of the heroes of the epic Mahabharata Karna.

28 Kedarnath Temple in Kedarnath in Uttar Pradesh: one of the 12 Jyotirlingams in India and an important centre for India in the high Himalaya pilgrms very, it is accessible only after a long ride.Kedarnath Maheshwar, Madhya Tunganath, Rudranath, and Kalpeswar are the Panch (5) Kedar sanctuaries.

Bhavani Temple in Tulamulla near Khir 29 Srinagar in Jammu & Kashmir: Bhavani is worshipped here in the form of a stone lingam, in a small shrine in the middle of a tank.

30 Krishna Mandir in Mandi in Himachal Pradesh: a 17th-century temple with a silver Idol of Krishna.

31 Maansa Devi Temple in Haridwar in Uttar Pradesh: a white temple with a Spire to reach Vilvparvat on the Hill by a motor winch.

32 Maha Sarasvathi Temple near Krall Ramban in Jammuhttp://tampleinhimchalindia.blogspot.in/

Wednesday, April 4, 2012

Baglamukhi temple

india(Himachal Pradesh Temples)is a religious place where hundreds of God/Goddesses are worshiped. In Hindu mythology there is significance of every God, such as Lord Ganesha is worshipped for Prosperity and Good Luck, Devi Saraswati for Knowledge and Wisdom, Devi Laxmi for Wealth, same ways Devi Bagalamukhi is worshipped to safeguard from evil eye and black magic.

Various Puja and Homa are performed in temples to please God. Baglamukhi Himachal Pradesh Temples is where Puja is offered with the mantras of Devi Bagalamukhi. It is said that by offering prayers at baglamukhi temple one can get rid of all problems of life. To overcome personal problems, legal issues and business related problems, people from all over come to Baglamukhi Himachal Pradesh Temples to worship the Goddess. Temples are holy places where people can worship with peace and concentration to get the blessings of god in their lives. There are many Baglamukhi Himachal Pradesh Temples, and various Dhams are developed nearby for the people who come to visit the temple from long distances. These Dhams and temples are well managed by the religious workers who stay there to serve the mankind and the God. It is also said that Devi Bagalamukhi Mandir, Shakti Peeth and Dhams are full of amenities where people can come, stay and offer their Puja to Devi Bagalamukhi in pitambara peeth. The surroundings of the entire premise are sacred and holy with continuous mantras being chanted. These mantras and puja brings out positive energy within one self and also in the environment.

Wednesday, March 28, 2012

temple in himachal


Jawalmukhi temple is one of the most visited temples in Himachal Pradesh. According to the Hindu legends, Sati's tongue fell in the place where the temple is being erected. The hindu temple is built in homage to goddess Jawalmukhi, also known as Maa Jwala Ji. The meaning of Jawalmukhi is mouth of flames.
The temple of Mata Chintpurni is dedicated to Mata Chintpurni and Chhinnamastika Devi. It is located in the Una district. The deity has derived such a name from the idol of goddess Durga in the temple, which is without a head.
The Baijnath temple is located in the Bias valley of Himachal Pradesh. It is a temple that has been dedicated to Siva Vaidyanatha, meaning the Lord of the physicians. The Laxmi Narayan Temple is one of the oldest temples and also the largest one, situated in the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh. There are six temples that are situated in the complex of the Laxmi Narayan Temple.
The temple of Bijli Mahadev is situated in the Kullu valley of Himachal Pradesh. The altitude at which the temple is situated is about 2,438 meter amidst a beautiful location.
The Hadimba Temple is built to pay homage to Devi Hadimba. The second pandav, Bhim was the husband of Hadimba. The Renukaji Temple is built near the Renuka Lake. It is built in the memory of Renuka.

Bhootnath Temple

It is as old as the town Mandi itself and dates back to the 1520s. In March, the festival of Shivratri is a major event and the Bhootnath temple is its focus. For and entire week the town celebrates the arrival of hundreds of local deities on elaborately decorated palanquins

Thursday, March 1, 2012

Badrinath in the Himalayas


There are so many places in the lap of the Himalayas, which are linked to religious beliefs, as well as to visit these sites are considered synonymous with adventure tourism. Miles long and difficult way to reach these destinations by the pilgrims or tourists, the nature of the religious songs Lhrian full hearing will get overwhelmed. Kinner Kailash is one such site.
Kailash Mansarovar in Tibet after the Kinner Kailash Mount Kailash is considered the second largest. At an altitude of 18 168 feet above sea level, the spiritual home to Kinner Kailash is Shiva, Shaivite Mtavlnbion such faith and religion - even in texts that have been mentioned. There are also many myths about the Kinner Kailash. Some scholars think the name of Kailash Indrakilprwat the Mahabharata, where Lord Shiva and Arjuna Arjuna Pasupatastrki the war and was received. Pandvon also recognize that at the end of his period of exile was spent here. Kinner Kailash is also known as Kailash of the Wanasur. वाणासुरशोणितपुरनगरी was the ruler of the same area had to tolerate. Some scholars Bushaihrriasat the summer capital of Rampur to Sarahan Sonitpurnagri calls. Some scholars contend that the Kinner Kailash in the arms of Lord Krishna's grandson Anirudka Usha was married. Nearly six feet tall on the edge of the mountain range Shivlingbna triangular stone, which also can be Kalpanagrse of Kinnaurgati philosophy. The Shivling is situated at an altitude of 21 thousand feet and the Shivlingki a miraculous thing is that it changes color several times a day. Sunrise from the former white, yellow at sunrise, mid-day period and then it turns red, respectively, yellow, white becomes black in the dusk. Why is this so, the mystery, yet could not understand.Intellectuals argued that the sky is covered with clouds, the rocks do not change color and pattern in their normal lives. Some scholars also recognize that Guptwaske Pandvon during its creation Shiva and prayed to the Holy Shivlingki.
The Shivlingki circle is the act of great courage and risk. Shiva devotees took many risks to themselves the ropes tied around it. Round the mountain takes a week to ten days of Lord Shiva and cheer all around it to the faithful. Since around a population, so faithful has to spend the night under the open sky and be faithful Gufaonmen penetrate. Such recognition also visit Kinner Kailash Mnokamnaanto are met, is the self-purification. Kinnaurilogon of the Kinner Kailash also recognized the fact that sitting in the heavenly Indra and other gods to the state.
Kailash tour the confluence of Big Satlujऔr Waspandi Kdcmse starts. Big Step Pangiganv the first to arrive. Even so any vehicle can be reached. The Next Step - the Crng village, which is located at half the height of fourteen thousand feet. It is two miles further Rengriktugma a Buddhist temple which is called a Lama It was the same night. The Buddhist temple called Rangrik Sumabi. Deep peace of the souls of the dead are burned. The temple is a confluence of Buddhism and Hinduism. Lord Buddha's many small - large statues of the Goddess Durga statue is magnificent. Tibetan texts Pandu's scripts can also be observed. In prehistoric times the upper floor of the temple of the ancient weapons, weapons are safe. Kinner Kailash devotees visited Crngganv Step put the same night. Next Step Lalanti Crngke Pass, which is located at a height of sixteen thousand feet. Lalantidrra before reaching the picturesque site in the way are many and many precious herbs - Butiandekne get to. Lalantidrra near a lake where pilgrims bath understand virtue. Lalantidrre of the Crngऔr Chitkulgation Sunderyvloknbi can be. Ahead of the visit is fairly laborious. Cross several ice shelves have to follow the difficult path. Move - nature seems to take a test of our patience. Kinner Kailash Kund and a Gufabi Parvati comes before arriving. Shivlingtk direct ascent from here is to arrive.
Kinner Kailash is Bdrinathbi of the Himalayas and is also known rock Kaslke. Rokkaslankit has his name on the survey maps.

Monday, February 27, 2012

Temple in Kangra


Brejeshwari Temple: Kangra is one of the historical town of Himachal Pradesh. The wealthy and famous Brajeswari temple is located here and  it is situated just outside of the town the beautiful temple dedicated to Brajeshwari Devi.

Chamundaji temple: This famous temple is located at a distance of 15 KM from Dharamsala and 25 KM from Palampur.  It is heard that Kali killed the two generals of Shumbha and Nishumba. Their names were Chanda and Munda. As a result of this battle Kali received the name Chamunda.The Chamunda Devi Temple is said to be more than 700 years old. It is a pretty big complex with even a kund (tank) where devotees take a dip

Jwalamukhi : One of the sacred and famous shrines of the the Hindus also one of the 51 seats of the Shakti Peeth.At a distance of 37 Km from Kangra ( 53 KM from Dharamsala) this temple does not have any idol. There is a blue flame comes out of rocks is treated as goddess Jwalamukhi.

Chintpurni Temple : The Chintpurni Temple in Una District is one of the sacred pilgrimage destinations of Himachal Pradesh.. The Chintpurni temple stands on the spot where the charred feet of Sati fell. The 'Pindi' or the stone hall symbolises her feet. t is said that nobody goes empty handed from the shrine of Goddess Chintpurni / Chhinnamastika.

 
Baijnath Temple(Shiv Bhole) : Baijnath temple is located in the vicinity of Kangra valley that attracts large number of devotees travelling to the destination throughout the year. A century old temple, Baijnath is much renowned for its architectural splendor and the holy deity. The Baijnath temple has been continuously under worship ever since its construction in 1204 A.D. by two local merchants named Ahuka and Manyuka.

Bhagsunath Temple: Near the Dal lake is the shrine of Bhagsunath an easy walk from the Mecleodganj. Famous for its ancient temple and a pretty waterfal not far away.Bhagsunath Temple, an ancient temple 3 km east of Mcleodganj and 11 km from Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh. The annual fair in September is famous. Bhagsunath, an attractive tourist spot, is located at the outskirts of Mcleodganj.

Friday, February 24, 2012


Baba Balaknath Temple
A cave temple of Baba Balak Nath is located in Deothsidh , in the Dhaulagiri Hills of Hamirpur, is a noted place of pilgrimage. Pepole come here to seek the blessings of Baba Balak Nath all the year round. It is situated on the border of Bilaspur (70 Kms), Hamirpur (30 Kms) and is well connected by roads from all sides. During Navratras, there is a continuous stream of visitors to receive blessings of the Baba whose image is located in the cave. Government makes arrangements for stay in tented colonies and provides water, toilets and other essential services. Additional accommodation and installation of rope way to Shah -Talai is expected to attract more tourists.