Tourist Acctration in Around Dharamshala
- Chamunda Devi Temple
- Kangra
- Nagarkot
- Brajeshwari Devi Temple
- Jwalamukhi Temple
- Palampur
- Nurpur
- Baijnath
Chamunda Devi Temple (16 kms.) : The famous temple is on the banks of
river Baner with Dhauladhar in the backdrop. On the rear side is a sacred
Shivalinga.
Nagarkot (3 kms.) : The fort mostly in ruins with stood the onslaught of the forces of Mahmud of Ghazni and Mughal emperor Jahangir. The earthquake of 1905, almost ravaged the fort. The splendid view from its ramparts is truly awesome.
Brajeshwari Devi Temple : The shrine noted for its legendary
wealth was invaded in 1009, by Mahmud of Ghazni. It is said that he looted the
rich treasures of the temple. The earthquake of 1905, completely destroyed the
shrine and was rebuilt in 1920.
Jwalamukhi Temple (30 kms.) : This unique shrine of Jwalamukhi, the
'goddess of the flaming mouth' is one of the most important pilgrim centres of
northern India. There is no idol in the shrine
and an eternal flame rising from the rocky sanctum is worshipped here.
The 'Shaktipeeth' is believed to be the site where the tongue
of Goddess Sati, the consort of Lord Shiva fell.
Palampur(35kms.) : Picturesque Palampur set amidst tea
plantations and pine trees is endowed with exceptional scenic beauty and
bracing climate.
Baijnath (16 kms.): The sacred shrine built in 'Nagari'
style is dedicated to Lord Shiva as Vaidyanath, the 'Lord of Physicians'. The
Shivalinga enshrined within the sanctum is said to be one of 12jyotirlingas in
India. A large fair is held here on Shivaratri festival.
Nurpur(66kms.) : It is known for an old fort, a
temple of Brij Raj and Nurpuri shawls. Jahangir named the town after his wife
Nurjahan.
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