HADIMBA DEVI TEMPLE, MANALI

                         HADIMBA DEVI TEMPLE






















This Temple is dedicated to Hadimba Devi, the wife of Bhima (one of the Pandavas), from the Great Hindu Epic Mahabharata. Hadimba Devi was the ruler of the country until Ghatotkacch (Sons of Bhima, Hadimba Devi) reached an age where he could be ruled. Hadimba Devi fled to the Himalayas for a strict austere meditation in order to save her country once Ghatotkacch became eligible. Hadimba became a goddess through her penitential life of penance and rare supernatural powers. It is believed that Goddess Hadimba Devi has been generously blessing the people of the area and guiding them.

Raja Bahadur Singh built this Temple in the 15th century. This temple is believed by Hadimba Devi to have been the location where she meditated. The temple's name was derived from this mythology. Also known as Dhungri Temple, Hadimba Temple is also called Dhungri Temple. It can be found in Manali's cedar forests. It is the most holy and sacred shrine in Manali. The shrine is built around a cave and covered with four-tiered Pagoda roofings. It's a unique architectural design and mythological belief.



























This Temple is magnificent and contains carvings of many deities on wooden doors frames. The walls are decorated with amazing artwork featuring horns from animals.


This holy shrine's exteriors are built with a 24m tall tower made in timber tiles. The topmost conical roof is made from metal.


HOW TO REACH HADIMBA TEMPLE



By Roadways: There are many options to reach Hadimba Devi temple via public bus transport from Delhi to Manali.

Manali can be reached by bus from major cities in North India.

Railways: Joginder Nagar Railway Station to Hadimba Temple is the nearest railway station at 165.3 km.


By Air: Kullu-Manali Airport is located in Bhuntar, 52.5 km from Hadimba Temple. To reach the temple, you can rent a car or taxi from the airport. It will take approximately 2 hours.


HADIMBA DEVI IS REMARKABLE FOR:


It is a popular attraction in Himachal Pradesh, and one of the most visited hill stations. Every year, lots of travelers go to it.






























The annual Dhungri festival attracts thousands of people from the region. This festival is representative of Indian traditional festivals and allows visitors to get a glimpse into the culture, customs, rituals, and practices of the area. The Hadimba temple complex is decorated with main goddesses from different villages. Kullu Nati folk dancing, reverberating drum sound, and an arrangement of local foods are the highlights of the festival. This creates a festive atmosphere that is felt throughout the region.


WHAT'S THE BEST TIME FOR HADMBA DEVI TO BE VISITED:

The best time to visit Hadimba Devi Temple is from April to June. It is open from 08:00 AM until 06:00 PM every day.

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