Where is the Bansi Narayan Temple? The Bansi Narayan temple in Uttarkhand is dedicated to Lord Vishnu, perched amongst the clouds at an elevation of about 3600 meters in the Bugyals (alpine grasslands or meadows) Chamoli district. The temple occupies an inhabited spot on “Shaily Katyuri” (local language) mountain in the Urgam Valley, surrounded by…
Location of the Lakhamandal Temple Located at a distance of about 109 km from Dehradun city, en route Yamunotri via Mussoorie/Kempty, Lakhamandal is a small village where you can witness the traces of ancient Indian history. I am of course talking about the Lakhamandal Temple, which is dedicated to Lord Shiva. The quaint village of…
About the Bhadraj Temple Situated around 11 kilometers to the west of Mussoorie is a beautiful temple perched atop the Bhadraj Hill, Known as the Bhadraj Temple, which is one of the few temples dedicated to Lord Balrama, the elder brother of Shree Krishna, and the incarnation of the Shesha, the serpent. Bhadraj temple is…
Man Ichchha Devi Temple: A place where all your wishes come true Around 33 Km from Dehradun, lies an ancient meditation site, which is now known as Mata Man Ichchha Devi Temple. The temple has a rich history and is a must-visit if you are in or around Dehradun. It is believed that if a…
Lesser-Known Temples in Uttarakhand: Uttarakhand (The Land of Gods) has always been famous for its temples. Time and again, it has been acknowledged as “Devbhumi”, meaning “Land of the Gods” due to its rich history and ancient lore. Unaccountable temples and pilgrimage sites bless this Himalayan state, accompanied by equally astonishing stories and mythology. For…