Very peaceful and serene temple. Locals believe it to be one of Shakti Peeths, though the scriptures don't mention it, but has been given special status apparently. Conjoined with a beautiful Shiva temple downstairs, made under a unique rock cut.

Visiting **Maa Chamunda Devi Temple**, one of the most revered **Shakti Peethas** in India, was an extraordinary spiritual journey. Nestled in the scenic **Kangra Valley of Himachal Pradesh**, this ancient temple is dedicated to **Goddess Chamunda**, a fierce form of **Maa Durga**. The moment I stepped into the temple complex, I felt an overwhelming sense of divine energy and devotion. According to Hindu History, this is where the **goddess’s teeth (dant)** fell, making it one of the **51 Shakti Peethas**. The temple is named after **Chandi and Munda**, the demons slain by Maa Durga, symbolizing the victory of good over evil. The powerful aura of the goddess is palpable, and devotees believe that sincere prayers here bring protection, strength, and fulfillment of wishes. The temple’s architecture is a blend of ancient and modern styles, with intricate carvings and a striking idol of **Maa Chamunda adorned with garlands and ornaments**. The rhythmic chants of **"Jai Maa Chamunda"**, the sound of temple bells, and the fragrance of incense create a deeply meditative atmosphere. The priests perform rituals with great devotion, enhancing the spiritual experience. Perched on a hilltop near **Palampur and Dharamshala**, the temple offers **panoramic views of the Dhauladhar ranges and the Baner River**. The peaceful surroundings, fresh mountain air, and the sound of flowing water add to the divine experience. The well-maintained premises and cleanliness make the visit even more pleasant. The temple is easily accessible by road from **Kangra, Dharamshala, and Palampur**. Ample parking and well-connected transport options are available. The temple trust provides clean facilities, and nearby shops offer **prasad, souvenirs, and local Himachali snacks**. My visit to **Maa Chamunda Devi Mandir** was not just a pilgrimage but a soul-stirring experience. The goddess’s divine presence, the temple’s sacred energy, and the stunning Himalayan backdrop left me in awe. Whether you seek blessings, adventure, or inner peace, this temple is a **must-visit**. A Truly Divine & Unforgettable Experience!** 🚩🙏

10 August 2025 It is a good temple. You can hire cab approx 1k rupees from kangra bus stand. It is a huge, clean and beautiful temple. There is a kund in between where there is boating for amusement. Boating price 50 per person. Photographs to Chamunda Devi is prohibited. There is one more temple "Nandikeswar". Although, temple is as usual as the other temples but inside there is below a huge Rock. There are many shops for prashad but for eating the good dhaba near main road gate.

The Temple is undergoing renovation, you have facility for keeping sandals outside. There is ample car parking. Great vibes

Very peaceful and near a river enjoyed the visit as it was less crowded during the week day. Also there are hotels just opposite the temple so stay is also close by.

Wonderful Experience Must visit 🙏🏻💓 Try to visit during 7 - 7:30pm for the Arti You will witness a wonderful Arti and it’s also a great experience ❤️

Chamunda Devi Temple, a revered Shakti Peeth in Himachal Pradesh, is nestled in the scenic Dhauladhar hills and holds deep spiritual significance. The temple is dedicated to Goddess Chamunda, a fierce form of Durga, worshipped for protection and strength against evil. The main temple is under renovation right now You can take your car directly to the temple area

Visited Bhagsunag Temple and it was a truly peaceful and divine experience. The natural spring flowing through the premises adds a refreshing touch, and the surrounding mountains make the atmosphere even more serene. The temple is well-maintained, and the energy of the place instantly calms the mind. Don't miss the nearby waterfall and sacred pool perfect spots to relax and soak in nature's beauty. A must-visit for anyone coming to McLeodganj!

An extremely peaceful and divine location nestled in the serene hills of McLeodganj. The temple’s calm surroundings and spiritual energy make it a truly soothing place for the mind and soul. Early morning is the best time to visit, when the atmosphere is tranquil, and the divine aura can be felt at its purest.

A small Shiva temple on a hill, with small Shiva ling , with great story, that you can touch and offer prayers, poojari gives a prasad of rice puff. Nice views and a pool with natural water. Its on the way to Bhagsu waterfalls.

Bhagsunath Temple, himachal pradesh Temple, Shiva, How ...The history of Bhagsunath Temple involves a legend about a king and a snake god, with the current structure dating to the early 19th century. According to legend, King Bhagsu built the temple to seek forgiveness from the Snake God after stealing water from the sacred Nag Dal Lake, leading to a fierce battle. The temple complex includes the main temple, a pool, and is near the Bhagsunag Waterfall. Legend: The local legend states that the temple was built by a king named Bhagsu to atone for angering the Snake God after he stole water from the Nag Dal Lake. Temple construction: The original temple is believed to be very old, but the current structure was built in the early 19th century by the 1st Gurkha Rifles. Deities: The temple is dedicated to both Lord Shiva and the local deity Bhagsu Nag, the snake god. Complex: The complex is located near McLeod Ganj and includes a main temple, a series of pools where visitors and monks bathe, and is situated on the path to the Bhagsunag Waterfall.

Amazing place to spend some alone time, and has an open swimming pool too, one can swim in the natural water directly flowing from the mountains.

The view from the temple is breathtaking. It's a small local temple. There is a pool,where devotees can take a bath. Small and quiet place to spend some time. There is a seperate place/shelf to keep one shoe.

It’s an amazing place to visit near trikund trekking point oldest historical Shiv temple this Linga created by itself om Namah shivayanamaha

I had eaten soy chap here, and insects were found in it, so I stopped eating it. But they still asked for the bill and took the money

Very delicious food Owner behaviour very cool Staff worked hard Near and Clean service Road side location Thanks

I had eaten soy chap here, and insects were found in it, so I stopped eating it. But they still asked for the bill and took the money

One of the best and delicious Amritsari Butter Naan. If you visit and taste then I am sure you loved it. You never ever taste such a Naan in Himachal.

Food here is average but there's no hygiene. You can see cockroaches walking upto you

Awsom taste n fully comfortable dining area and specially owner was very friendly,I'm come from maharashtra so my personal experience is best.

The taste of kulcha's is very similar to the one you get in Amritsar.

It sure was not a classy restaurant or fancy menu but the atmosphere was homy and the food was tasty. We ordered tandoori chicken, jiraa rice and chicken biryani and they all were delicious.

I had a great experience! The food was delicious, and the reception desk staff were patient and very helpful. The prices were reasonable and fair for the quality. However, the seating could use a little improvement for comfort. Overall, the atmosphere was pleasant, making it a lovely place to visit.

Food was okay. I tried the butter chicken masala with butter roti. Amazing service by Sonu Thakur (this really brought up the rating for me) One suggestion I would give you is to reduce the music volume. Killed the mood and ambience.

Restaurant located at main road kangra.serves good Indian food. Need improvements on washrooms n furnitures.

Food & service here is very good ,

Very Good place for veggies but non vegetarian items all taste the same. Good service. Good ambience for sitting with family. AC is there. Drinks are not allowed. 😎😈. Parking space present. Nearby PNB ATM. Located on highways

Good food

Jai Mata di 🙏..... Ancient Origins & Mythology: The temple is believed to be a Shakti Peetha, where Goddess Sati's left breast fell after her body was cut into 51 parts by Lord Vishnu's Sudarshan Chakra. Pandava Construction: Legend has it that the Pandavas built the temple after Goddess Durga appeared to them in a dream, revealing her presence in Nagarkot (modern-day Kangra).

One of the most revered shaktipeeths in himachal pradesh also known as kangra devi.

One of the most sacred places in India 🙏. Situated near Bus Stand Kangra Himachal Pradesh and just 13 KM from Gaggal Airport.

Brajeswari tample is located at Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh.it is also known as Nagarkot dham.Every year many tourists visiting this place.But if you are coming to navratri days then here is a great rush.

Very beautiful and peaceful place/mandir in Himachal. Must visit place

The Vajreshwari temple is located in the town of Kangra , Kangra district , Himachal Pradesh , India and is 11 km away from the nearest railway station of Kangra . The Kangra Fort is situated nearby. Its location on a mountain near Chamunda Devi temple, is 16 km from Nagarkot . The main gate entrance has a Nagarkhana or drum house and is built similar to the Bassein fort entrance. The temple is also surrounded by a stone wall like a fort. Best Place to Visit with Family or Friends

Visited this place twice , it’s an ancient temple situated in the nature and greenery. Roads are not good and very congested in rainy season. Please check weather condition before visiting. In the radius of 5-6 kms many other good places are their to visit. Ikshadham Pratikatmak Sai Temple & Ganeshpuri- Samadhi sthal of Shri Nityanand is also nearby. Kund of hot and warm water itself creates curiosity among to visitors. If weather condition is good you can have full day memorable picnic with friends and family.

Encroachment by the shopkeepers along the road leading to temple has made the visit miserable. Basic amenities like ladies toilet are filthy and not up to the mark. Parking fee near the SDM office, is charged at higher rates and no rate list has been displayed. Administration is totally careless and everything is at Mata ke Bharose.

Feeling blessed after visiting this temple

Very good place we worship here our kuldevi.

Very old and popular temple in Kangra district of Himachal. Temple is very beautiful and well maintained. Devotees can join in daily Aratis. Just outside is a local market. Earlier used to be a green and a little isolated place, but now it is well inhabited.

Was a great trip with family members. One of the Shakti peeth out of the 51 Shakti peeth. In side the temple you will see The great view of Dhola Dhar Mountain range og Himalyas covered with snow.

Kangra Mata Mandir’s history is a mix of mythology, invasions, royal patronage, destruction, and revival, making it both a spiritual and historical landmark

Not too crowded specially since navratri was just over. But there are hardly any road signs indicating its presence!! Only when one has reached about 50 meters from the perimeter does one get to see the typical markets selling flowers, offerings etc.

This temple is on the main chandigarh highway. The serene environment, peacefulness and mantra chanting gives a peace to the mind. This temple is famous to protect oneself from kaala jaadu, evil eye etc

Beautiful temple with such a divine vibe, one should go there to experience the energy from one of the 51 shaktipeeth of india. They distribute bhandara from 12 to 2.30 if anyone's interested.

The temple is open from 5:30 AM to 12:00 PM and 12:30 PM to 8:00 PM. The temple conducts aarti five times a day, with specific timings for morning and evening aartis. The temple celebrates various festivals, including Navratri and Makar Sankranti, which are significant events. The temple features classic North Indian architecture with intricate stone carvings. It's one of the 51 Shakti Peethas, believed to be the site where Sati's left breast fell. The temple is situated in Kangra, about 20 km from Dharamshala and 3 km from Kangra railway station.Every day there held a "langar" for the people coming in temple.There you could contribute in service by helping them in maintaince and all the people are very cooperative and supportive.

Jay mata di, Shandar mandir Bahut attractive energy you can feel here. Can go.... Himachal is famous for dev bhumi.....

Shaktipeet in Kangra HP. we visited in july 2019. good vobes and felt blessed to be here. limited parking place was available then and the temple was slightly crowded being the main shaktipeet here

I often visit the temple to take blessings. May shri Brijeshwari mata blesses all of us.

Jai Maa Brijeshwari. Very nice temple and good vibes though connected by very small and crowded street

Lovely restaurant run by some monks. They offer a wide variety of different food and the atmosphere is very cozy. Highly recommend the special thukpas. Many vegan options too :)

Very atmospheric restaurant serving mainly vegetarian Tibetan food, although the menu has some Indian and Chinese options too. The restaurant is operated by monks, and you will find many monks eating here too! Their Baglebs are a must try, really liked the butter tea too. Aiming to come back and have a tea earlier in their lovely terrace.

Serve Vegetarian Chinese , Indian and Tibetan food. Run by Gyudmed monastery. Welcoming. Good prices and food. Not touristy. Lunch menu is served after midday.

Amazing authentic Tibetan food! Super Affordable! + This restaurant is managed by Monestry itself! They do consider eggs as vegetarian (you can avoid noodles & can go for a lot of other options)

Excellent Tibetan food. Veg momo soup was so good we came twice! Very tasty, warming and hearty meal!

The best choice in McLeod Ganj!!! Nice veg food, amazing ambiance, jouygull staff... And the best quality / rate relation I have found in McLeod. Local monks are usually eating here and they do collaborate with local monastery.

Delicious food... Try the Momos in soup, fries, thukpa etc... Large portion and delicious. The prices are the best in town. Oh and the coffees are really good too. Did I mention the large portions? Be mindful when ordering. The service is on point as well. Cheers

It was a good experience in Kababshala. It is located in Matour. We went for lunch from Dharamshala to Matour. We had chicken burra kebab, Muglai chicken and roti. Everything was very good. The owner of the place is very humble. Must visit this place. Noor

Superb restaurant for family and friends. Nice ambiance with rooftop view is like no-one has in surroundings. Best part is hygiene and food which is like none of the restaurants have. 5 star restaurants and hotels are like cheeni kum as compared to Kababshalas food. Really excellent is and understatement. Keep up the good work guys. Your hospitality rocks 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

One of the BEST RESTAURANT in Kangra district when it comes to food taste and quantity. Mutton seekh was amazing and so was chicken burrah. In main course mushroom do pyaza, Kababshala chicken butter tikka masala and mutton biryani were winners. Great taste

Place is very creatively done looking at its interiors. Antique telephone and Murphy at least 100 years old is nice place for selfie. Best part is food which is truly mughlai and overall fresh. Pickles are great and homemade which is hard to find in restaurants. Only Amul cream and amul butter are used for preperation which you can see through show kitchen. This place will rule entire Kangra and Dharmshala in coming time for sure if the same food quality is maintained. Booked it again for a Birthday event next month. Vishal has insured us the same taste and quality for our event which was served today. Mutton Seekh kabab and chicken burr ah are ultimate.

Have not seen such excellent preparation of mutton either in seekh kababs or gravy in entire Kangra district. Not even 5 star hotels prepare such brilliant food. Very hygienic washrooms and kept neat and tidy.

Dont understand why people hide best things from public. Came across this food gem named Kababshala while driving back from Gagal airport to Palampur at national highway at Mataur. Was zapped at the rooftop ambience and restaurant deccor. Sooooooooo beautifully made with eye for detail at each aspect. Now came the best part that was food. Swearing to God these guys have brought Delhi food taste live in Kangra now. Murgh mussallam was which i can bet not eve Hyatt or Radisson can serve. They have unique gravies which i only tasted when i was in Delhi or Lucknow. You need to try to believe. Super lunch with parents. Big thanks to the owner Vishal who dosent look local at all when he explains the concept of restaurant so indepth. He was super curtious. Will surely visit again and again with my friends now.

Kababshala NH 154 gives a notion of non veg starters at first glance but when you go through the menu they have ample variety for vegetarians also. Was really impressed with hygiene and cleanliness maintained in dinning area as well as washrooms. Now coming to food part - it was super delicious. None of the restaurants in entire Kangra district has this so called mughlai cuisine and is superbly lip smacking. Printed price on menu is bit eye raising at first glance but once you have bite of their food you just forget everything. Very very strongly recommended. Better than 5 star restaurants for sure.

I ordered Dosa, Virgin Mojito, and Papdi Chaat — and everything exceeded my expectations. The Dosa was crisp and perfectly spiced, the Virgin Mojito was refreshing and well-balanced, and the Papdi Chaat had just the right mix of crunch, sweetness, and tang. The presentation was neat, and the service was quick and friendly. Overall, a delightful experience — definitely worth a visit!

A very cosy environment. Food is very fine. The new south Indian dishes add on is great . The cafe make you feel happy with their service and ambience. Brownie sizzler must try..... They have deleted chaap from their menu but that was good as well.

The menus options are an excellent value. The dining experience overall is very pleasant. Amaazing food! The whole experience from start to finish is great and staff is always so friendly and kind. The food can’t get better and the prices are fair for the portion size. Always a great spot to get great food. The food at is exceptional! Very tasty and well prepared and you can chose among many menu options. Everything about this restaurant was great. The place was clean and smelled good. The staff and greeter was very nice. Our waiter was awesome, the staff also worked as a team in bringing and cleaning up our food. The food was fresh and awesome. Great atmosphere with really nice people. I love the service at the place ! I highly recommend this place. #HappyTravel #EnjoyYourVacations #LiveTheMoments #InvestYourMoments #Blissfull #Blessed #HappySoul #Travelling Freak #TourNTravel #Friends #Buddies #Solitude #NatureLover #MountainsLove #Snow #Sunset #FreezingCold

Food quality is awesome with great ambiance .I love window view that is awesome 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

This cozy cafe has left the best impressions! Hospitable hosts, wide menu options and wonderful food.The dining experience overall is very pleasant. Eat Sleep Wander ! 30days30cafes follow us @insearchofcafes_ @collinecafe Overall rating 5 Timings 12 - 9Pm Open all days Recommendations - Italian Chicken Sizzler Blueberry cream shake Mexican Chicken and nachos burger Location - 1st Floor, Sai Complex, RPGMC, Tanda Himachal Pradesh

This cozy place has the best Dhauladhar view and delicious food. From starters to main course everything was amazing with beautiful presentation. The best thing is that it is so close to home, just a few minutes drive. Staff is so polite and welcoming. A must visit place😃

Food is good but waiter has an attitude problem all we asked him was to fetch a can of zero coke from shop below to which he agreed at first and then on asking again he rudely replied "Khud Jake le ao niche se"

I have worst experience in my life, this food was very disgusting and also owner behaviour is not good ,i order some food and food was very disgusting and i complaint to the owner and the owner said plz don't again any order . This is a owner behaviou#bakwass food #bekar behaviour

Order a pizza today from the VEG 3 category which is supposed to be their best, have not eaten such a junk before. The cheese used was almost like plastic and stale. Toppings were hard to find. It's just a stale piece of bread covered with a lot of stale low quality cheese and minimal toppings. Not recommended at all.

A decent option in Nagrota. The sitting area is comfortable and air conditioned, but needs a bit of cleanup. Restrooms were good as well. Ambiance is also decent. The main thing was the food, which I found it to be very average. I had a double tikki non-veg burger, and cheese and bbq chicken pizza. Both of them were very average. I recommend them to modify their burger.

Allover pizza was good but pizza base little bit hard or choco lava cake to bker ta ek dum dry

It's just fabulous ! .....Tastiest pizza that u can eat !.... And they have amazing sides too !...their toppings, sauces and everything is so fresh and tasty !.... price point is good and you'll just be glad you have a great pizza...!

The Pizza tastes good and worth the money we are paying....their ambience needs to change now, it looks a bit dated now and sometimes even in hot weather,their ac is not on...that feels a bit annoying in hot weather!!

Nice place to hangout with friends. Nice food. JUNK FOOD

Beautiful & historic Fort in Kangra. The architecture is beautiful & worth exploring. There’s lot of stairs to climb to get to the top where you get the view of beautiful river flowing & mountains covered with clouds. You can sit, enjoy the view or go for a small picnic. A small ticket of 20rs is needed for entry. Many people visit there with their families so might be slightly crowded. Restroom available inside is not very clean. Beautiful flowers & greenery inside.

Visiting Kangra Fort was an incredible experience! 🌄 The fort is majestic and steeped in history, perched on a hill with breathtaking views of the Kangra Valley. Walking through its ancient stone walls and gates, you really feel the stories of centuries gone by. The architecture is stunning, with intricate carvings and impressive fortifications that show the skill of the craftsmen of that era. The surrounding landscape is lush and green, making it perfect for photography or just soaking in nature. The site is well-maintained, though wearing comfortable shoes is a must because there’s a lot of walking and some steep climbs. Local guides are available and really add value by sharing fascinating historical anecdotes. Overall, Kangra Fort is a must-visit for history buffs, nature lovers, and anyone who appreciates breathtaking views combined with cultural heritage. Definitely a day trip you’ll remember! 🏰🌿

Beautiful fort. Tis incredible to see such feats of architecture so high up in the mountains of Himalayas. It is easy to get to, and the hike is not bad at all. It was not crowded when we visited. There's also a museum across from the Fort that you can visit to know about its history.

About an hour walk both ways with stops along the way for scenic pictures. All uphill walking to the top, so wear walking shoes. Amazing views and stone architecture. Carvings throughout the fort on walls preserved depicts gods and deities. Must see on your trip to Dharmashala. Bring your ID or passport for the tickets.

Really awesome views, however, a pathetic maintenance of the fort. There are no informative references or history along the fort. Only their museum has some history. Would have been really nice if a treasure as such would have been maintained in a better fashion with info nuggets on the carvings, ruins, and steps leading to the top most areas. In the entire area there is no place to eat. The place is very warm and humid during summers, as thus a refreshment cafe would have been great.

Kangra Fort - Amazing fort & museum, so underrated. Centuries of history, steeped in stone. Some claim it be over 2000 years old. Needs good guides and stone tablets to read. Good there were only a few people. It is a gem tucked just off the highway to Kangra & Dharamshala.

Such a nice place to visit and to know the history of Kangra better. You must have seen fort before but he speciality of this fort is that it is solely built on a mountain so it will give you a trekking with a fort vibe. Must visit if you are near by.

Wonderful museum, wide range of collections both personal belongings of Katoch Dynasty as well as generic historical items. Must Visit place in Mcleodganj Dharamshala Kangra circuit of Himachal Pradesh.

Those who are interested in The History of the Katoch Dynasty must visit. Aishwarya has done a good job with the audio tour and preservation of the heritage artefacts.

It’s a small museum located just 1 km from the Kangra Fort. One should definitely visit this museum after your visit to the Fort. Old artefacts have been well preserved in here. Entry Ticket is Rs 35/- per person. View of the fort from this place is the best you can get. There’s a restaurant as well here which serves home like food and the prices are also decent.

Very Attractive place. The location of the  meusium is perfect. Surrounding view is beautiful. All Antiques are showing the history of Royal family and their empire. Place is well maintained by royal family. If any one plan to visit Kangra Fort , also visit this nearby place.

Excellent museum, the correct name is the 'Royal Kangra Museum', wonderful exhibits and Kangra royal history. You should really try and visit if visiting the Fort. Possibly the best views of the fort from here

No boards about the direction....we puzzled about roads where to go or where to not. Obviously we asked local people they just tell "aage jao wahan h " I was so excited to visit but it's all waste of time!!

Nice homemade food but Thali is for 400 which is way too overpriced. 3 dishes, rice, roti for 400 for 1 person.

Very peaceful and spiritual vibes and all types facilities are here for Jain community. Stay and Bhojanshala is available here.

Divine place for all jains.. whenever in Himachal for holiday plz do visit this temple. Gr8 food in bhojanshala . Attaching d number of tirth which is working in d image below

Five stars for the tirthsthaan, the peaceful environment and the tranquil atmosphere. But one star for management and poor yatri services - see the area where rooms are given, I stayed here recently so posting photos around the room Good rooms are NOT given to yatris, reserved for God knows who (only trustees friends ??) Hopefully the trustees take note and would wish to see the dharmashala facility restored as respectable place for yatris as a jain dharmashala would and should be

Nice place, you can roam here easily. Thnew temple of Jain adjacent with Kangra fort entery gate. But you can see the main idol of Jain Temple in the Kangra fort along with Ambika Mata idol. You can subscribe my channel on Youtube the name of @Rajat Travelogue

What an holistic place...so lucky to visit this enormous jain temple at Kangra. Beautifully managed by the local Punjabi Jain's. Do NOT miss the breakfast here...it's all pure JAIN (NO patato, onion and garlic) and so delicious. Eat unlimited in only Rs.60. The surrounding is clean with ample of rooms to stay, shower and toilets. It is a murtipujak derasar so you can also do Puja after taking shower. Main Idol (Mulnayak) is "Aadinath Dada"

Place where one can feel and experience great spiritual, calm and peaceful of Jainism. Visit to this temple takes you to top of spiritual vibes. The satvik bhojan really add on these feelings. The staff is very supportive.

Peaceful place .Rooms are also available for jain pilgrims only.The temple is very old and historical. The main pratima is very attractive and peace giving.The food of jain bhojanshala was so simple and delicious.

On return from Dharamshala to Chandigarh we planned to visit Masroor Rock cut temple. It is a real wonder as temples are built on one Rock just as in Ellora. Though temples were affected by 1905 earthquake but one can see the temple. Restoration work is going on and idols have been kept for worship. However no one is allowed to offer money.

A monolithic rock cut temple of around eighth century. The place is not so popular among tourists. The architecture is wonderful and amazing. Although it was damaged by the 1905 earthquake, still what remains is awesome. A must visit for history lovers.

Masroor Rock Cut Temples – A Hidden Gem of Ancient Architecture Visited on: 6th May 2025 On 6th May 2025, we explored one of Himachal Pradesh’s lesser-known but truly awe-inspiring historical sites —the Masroor Rock Cut Temples. Located about 40 km from Dharamshala, this archaeological wonder is nestled in the quiet village of Masroor, offering a rare and mesmerizing blend of history, spirituality, and natural beauty. These temples are believed to date back to the 8th century and are carved entirely out of a single rock, much like the famous Kailasa Temple in Ellora. The complex consists of 15 monolithic rock-cut shrines, primarily dedicated to Lord Shiva, though some also depict Vishnu and other deities from the Hindu pantheon. What’s most striking is the intricate detailing in the stone carvings—though many have weathered over the centuries, the remaining figures, pillars, and facades still hint at the grandeur of the original structure. The temples face the Dhauladhar mountain range, and there's a serene water tank in front that reflects the entire complex beautifully—especially during clear daylight. The site is relatively quiet and uncrowded, allowing you to explore at your own pace, absorb the silence, and marvel at the craftsmanship. There’s a calm, sacred energy in the air, and it's easy to feel transported to a different era. Highlights of Our Visit: - The panoramic view of the snow-capped Dhauladhars from the temple platform was breathtaking. - The cool stone interiors offered a welcome break from the summer heat. - The peaceful ambiance made it ideal for quiet reflection and photography. Travel Tips: - You'll need to purchase tickets online from the website of the Archeological Society of India - Best visited in the morning or late afternoon for softer light and fewer crowds. - Carry water and snacks, as there are limited facilities around the site. - Wear sturdy shoes—some parts involve uneven steps and rocky paths. - Respect the sanctity of the temple area and avoid climbing over fragile carvings. Final Thoughts: The Masroor Rock Cut Temples are a true hidden treasure of Himachal Pradesh. Though not as widely publicized as other heritage sites in India, they deserve much more recognition for their architectural and historical significance. If you're in the Dharamshala or Kangra region, make the time to visit—you’ll walk away with a sense of wonder and deep appreciation for ancient Indian artistry.

Must visit _ one of 4 across India which are rock cut. This does not have the ellora or mahabalipuram experience but still is a must visit if near here. Dont miss the reflection from the waters and the view from the top

Magnificent historical monument 😻. Visitors are drawn to an ancient era through the wonder of the ancient carvings and wintage nostalgia.It looks quite ancient,though the mentioned info doesn't seem all right .Lot f buddha inspired art also seen.Unfortanely only small pieces of the monument is remaining.

A good place to visit and enjoy architecture and our history. Peaceful. Tickets need to have vash counter as well, online is the only option.

The Masroor Temple, also known as the Rock-Cut Temple, is an 8th-century Hindu temple complex located in the Kangra Valley of Himachal Pradesh, India. It's a remarkable example of ancient Indian rock-cut architecture, carved out of a single sandstone rock. According to local mythology, the Pandavas built the temple during their exile.The temple complex consists of 15 rock-cut temples arranged around a rectangular water pond, reflecting the intricate carvings in its still waters. The temple showcases North Indian Nagara architecture style, with a central shikhara tower and a sacred pool.The temple is dedicated to deities to Lord Shiva, Vishnu, Devi, and Saura of Hinduism, with sculptures and reliefs depicting various gods and goddesses. The temple complex was first reported by Henry Shuttleworth in 1913 and is believed to have been built between the 7th -9th centuries AD.The temple is located in the Kangra Valley, 43 km from Dharamshala. The temple is open from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.the Entry fees I think ₹25 And the Best Time to Visit in this month ie October to February forpleasant weather and festivals.