Old temples of Kullu Valley ......

Basesara Mahadeva Temple , Bajaura

Baserara Mahadev temple which is dedicated to God Shiva is one of the most ancient temple of Kullu valley . It was built in ninth century AD . Due to its beautiful stone carvings and architecture it has been declared as protected monument of national importance.

Besesara Mahadev temple , Bajaura

Gauri Shankar Temple Naggar

This beautiful temple dedicated to God Shiva was built during eleventh century AD .

Krishna Temple Near Naggar

This beautiful temple is situated near Naggar and probably only Krishna temple in Kullu Valley . History of this temple is unknown however priest of this temple informed that temple was initially built by Pandavas and afterward Kullu king renovated this temple in seventeen century AD .

Shikari Devi Temple and Sanctuary

The Shikari Devi temple is devoted to Shikari Devi , the Goddess reverred in the form of stone idol. Hunters in the area once prayed to the goddess for success in their hunt and here perhaps, lies the origin of the name "Shikari Devi". Interestingly, the temple which is said to have been in existence since the time of the Pandavas, has no roof . Temple is situated at the top of the hill and surrounded by thick Oak and Coniferous forests . The altitude is more than 3200 meter . From Janjehli , a picturesque village the distance of temple is 16 km and road passes through Shikari Devi Sanctuary .

Shikari Devi temple

view of Shikari Devi Sanctuary

Janjehli village