Saturday, 23 August 2014

Himachal Pradesh-Kullu

Raghunath Temple

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One of the prime tourist attractions of Kullu is the Raghunath Temple which is dedicated to Lord Ram, one of the most important deities of Hinduism. This temple was constructed by Raja Jagat Singh in the year 1660 to ask for pardon for his sins. The king got an idol of Lord Ram from Ayodhaya and placed it in this temple. 
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    Sultanpur Palace

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     This is one of the major tourist attractions in Kullu and this palace house beautiful miniature paintings done on Kullu style with themes such as simple rural backgrounds with human figures in them. 
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    Basheshwar Mahadev Temple

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     Located 15 km from Kullu, this temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. Dating back to the 9th century and situated on the banks of the River Beas, this huge temple has been built in a pyramid style and houses a large "Yoni-Lingam" idol representing Lord Shiva and his wide Goddess Parvati. Idols of Goddess Durga, Lord Vishnu and Lord Ganesh are housed in the three sided shrine outside the temple. 
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    Akhara Bazaar

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     Popular as one of the most popular bazaars and shopping areas of Kullu, Akhara Bazaar has numerous shops selling Kullu caps, shawls, Pattoos, gudmas, puhlas, rugs and other woolen items. 
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