Tuesday, April 3, 2012

High Altitude Jognis of Great Himalayan National Park

Dhela Jogni


Tirath Jogni

Because of the remoteness and inaccessible mountain terrain a distinct culture and religious practices have been developed in this part of Himachal Pradesh and high altitude areas are often associated with many sacred places .

In Great Himalayan National Park , there are many JOGNIS ( outdoor prayer sites ) which are associated with mother Goddess . During summers local deity ( Devta of the area) and villagers visit these places . Some of the prominent Jognis in GHNP are –

Tirath Jogni

Raktikhol Jogni

Raktiser Jogni

Supakuni Jogni

Sara top Jogni

Thini top Jogni

Socha thach Jogni

Rakhundi top Jogni


Socha thach Jogni

Shupakuni Jogni

Raktiser Jogni


Raktikhol Jogni


Rakti Jogni

Rakhundi Jogni