Temples in Chamba: Himachal Pradesh

Lakshminarian Temple

There are six ancient Temple the main group of three temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu and other three to Lord Shiva. The temples wre built around 8th century AD. The six temples carved in stone with tall vimanas.

Katsan Devi Temple

This is about 30 km from Chamba and offers a great opportunity to picnic lovers. From the premises of this temple, a full view of the Chamba valley is visible. One would miss something, if one does not happen to see the famous temples of Laxna Devi and Shakti temple of Chantrari in between Chamba nad Bharmaur.

Mani-Mahesh Shikara Temple

This is one of the most ancient and beautiful shikhara style temple in Himachal Pradesh. Laxmi Devi is represented here as Mahishasurmardini (slayer of the buffalo demon), her brass statue having been executed by Yugga, the master artisan of Raja Meru Verman. This is a ruin kept in good repair and a place of great pilgrimage.

Hari Rai Temple

The temple of Hari Rai located near the the chougan was built around 11th century with bronze image of Chaturmurti the four armed Lord Vishnu.

Chamunda Devi Temple

The temple of Chamunda Devi is just one Km from Chougan and is dedicated to Goddess Chamunda Devi. The temple is good overlooking view of river Ravi and Chamba town.