Baijnath Temple
Baijnath Temple
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Vikas Singh
Ghaziabad, India4,334 contributions
Jun 2019
This Nagara style Hindu temple was built in 1204 A.D. by two local merchants named Ahuka and Manyuka. It is dedicated to Lord Shiva as Vaidyanath. Numerous idols are carved on the walls of the temple.
Written 4 April 2020
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SudarshanKS
Bengaluru, India121 contributions
Aug 2021
An excellent Shiva temple. The entire temple complex is kept very clean and lush green gardens.
We were at temple around the time Aarati was to be done. The priests advised us to witness the aarati and have darshan.
After the aarati and puja, the priests did not demand any offerings.
The temple is serene, full of energy. Temples architecture is very beautiful.
If visiting Palampur area, must visit
We were at temple around the time Aarati was to be done. The priests advised us to witness the aarati and have darshan.
After the aarati and puja, the priests did not demand any offerings.
The temple is serene, full of energy. Temples architecture is very beautiful.
If visiting Palampur area, must visit
Written 10 August 2021
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Bhaskar_10
New Delhi, India3,114 contributions
Nov 2022
The Sacred site is very well maintained and darshan timmings need to be followed. We reached the temple complex at 7.40pm and the temple doors were closed for the day. We offered our prayers to Lord Baijnath Shivling form outside.
Planning to visit this holy place again
Local/Volvo buses operate from ISBT Kashmere Gate till 7.30 - 8pm. Travel time is about 10-11 hrs.
A place of improtance in Hindu religion.
Wish you all a divine darshan
Planning to visit this holy place again
Local/Volvo buses operate from ISBT Kashmere Gate till 7.30 - 8pm. Travel time is about 10-11 hrs.
A place of improtance in Hindu religion.
Wish you all a divine darshan
Written 30 November 2022
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SachinTaru
6 contributions
Oct 2022 • Family
A must visit 13th Century Ancient Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. My kids were amazed on learning the fact that this construction was carried out so far back in time & still stands strong. These temples in such far flung areas reinstate our pride in our rich culture & history.
Written 16 October 2022
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Amit H
Navi Mumbai, India48 contributions
Dec 2022 • Friends
This place is worth visiting when coming to palampur. It is a really old shiv temple located on a hill top. The temple is peaceful and has great views of snow clad peaks. They have a designated parking area but it is a bit small.. that's the only reason for the 4 stars.
Written 19 December 2022
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Salil
6 contributions
Jul 2023 • Couples
Wonderful experience. Such a beautiful 5000 years old ancient Shiva temple . But disappointed that there was no arrangement of shoe racks. The carvings done were beautiful. A little crowded on Mondays. Avoid going in the afternoon as sun shines directly above it n can be very hot.
Written 5 July 2023
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Pushkar Sinha
New Delhi, India801 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
Small temple but good location, in the middle of market with good parking available. Its clean, small and less crowded place. Scene around are also nice. Must see if you are in Palampur.
Written 22 October 2023
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RajendraSharma2014
New Delhi, India199 contributions
Oct 2014 • Solo
Baijnathji Shiv temple is situated at Baijnath, a small town in Kangra district Himachal Pradesh, India. It is about 60 kms from Kangra city on National Highway 20. Actually there are twin temples viz Baijnathji and 200 meters away Sidhanathji. It is said that both of these were built by Viswakarama (Hindus God of Archtecture) in a single night. It is also said that darsan of both temples is necessary for darsan labh.
The temples are built with dark nut color stones. Baijnathji temple is huge and in good condition. The walls are full with engraved God and Gddess (you can watch my vedio on Youtube my channel name is drrpsharma50). Sidthnathji temple is though in bad state but in this temple you can perform pooja by him self as there is no pujjari. I have always find here a bucate filled with water for oftering to lord Shiv. The ling and Naagraj are also very impressiv.
According to Historians these temples were built very famous brahmin king Sansaar Chandra, the rular of Nagarkot Kila (Kangra, which is the only fort of India which has not been won by any one in battle field and also having all documentory evidences of its rulers (it is available in the personal library of Dr. Karn Singh M.P. the son of Maharaaja Kashmir. According to some (Rahul Sankratayan) it was built by a rich merchant who use to do bussiness with Middle east countries. Baijnathji located at a centre point on the old bussiness route to middle east.
There is also a controversi regarding which temple is actually a Shiv Jyotirling (as there are other Baijath temples such as in Bihar as well as in Uttrakhand) The archeological evidence says that this Baijnathji temple is real one. Beside this it is also falls in the route from Kailash to Lanka (the background story is that Ravan was devottee of lord Shiv. One day he decide to take Lord Shiv in Lanka (Cylone) so as to save time. So he prayed Shivji to be in Lanka. Shivji told you take me there but do not put me on earth in the way. While Ravan taking Shivji to Lanka Ravan feel very preesure of uriene and at that moment Ganpati appeared there. So for releasing pressure, Ravan handed over Shivji to him and Ganpati put Shivji on the earth. And thus become a jyortingling here. I would like to submit very honestly that at first the Himachal welly is full of natural beauty. I have never asked wordly things at any temple as God has already given me more then my requirements, I want peace and happyness, which I got from here also. My life is very calm and smooth due to blessing of Shivji. Har Har Mahadev. drps.
The temples are built with dark nut color stones. Baijnathji temple is huge and in good condition. The walls are full with engraved God and Gddess (you can watch my vedio on Youtube my channel name is drrpsharma50). Sidthnathji temple is though in bad state but in this temple you can perform pooja by him self as there is no pujjari. I have always find here a bucate filled with water for oftering to lord Shiv. The ling and Naagraj are also very impressiv.
According to Historians these temples were built very famous brahmin king Sansaar Chandra, the rular of Nagarkot Kila (Kangra, which is the only fort of India which has not been won by any one in battle field and also having all documentory evidences of its rulers (it is available in the personal library of Dr. Karn Singh M.P. the son of Maharaaja Kashmir. According to some (Rahul Sankratayan) it was built by a rich merchant who use to do bussiness with Middle east countries. Baijnathji located at a centre point on the old bussiness route to middle east.
There is also a controversi regarding which temple is actually a Shiv Jyotirling (as there are other Baijath temples such as in Bihar as well as in Uttrakhand) The archeological evidence says that this Baijnathji temple is real one. Beside this it is also falls in the route from Kailash to Lanka (the background story is that Ravan was devottee of lord Shiv. One day he decide to take Lord Shiv in Lanka (Cylone) so as to save time. So he prayed Shivji to be in Lanka. Shivji told you take me there but do not put me on earth in the way. While Ravan taking Shivji to Lanka Ravan feel very preesure of uriene and at that moment Ganpati appeared there. So for releasing pressure, Ravan handed over Shivji to him and Ganpati put Shivji on the earth. And thus become a jyortingling here. I would like to submit very honestly that at first the Himachal welly is full of natural beauty. I have never asked wordly things at any temple as God has already given me more then my requirements, I want peace and happyness, which I got from here also. My life is very calm and smooth due to blessing of Shivji. Har Har Mahadev. drps.
Written 12 November 2014
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Deepak Mehra
Ludhiana, India20 contributions
Oct 2016 • Family
Very ancient place.. A great History Behind this place Related to lord Shiva and Ravaana. A coolk place in Himalaya's mountains. A great and peaceful place. very few hustle bustle is there. The atmosphere there is so peaceful. You Must visit there once.
Written 19 July 2017
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Atul_chauhan
New Delhi, Delhi, India1 contribution
May 2012 • Family
Lord Shiva temple in Himachal is situated on Pathankot-Manali national highway no. 20 and one of the best place to relax for few hours and take blessings of Lord Shiva.
It is a beautiful temple around 50KM away from Dharamshala and well connected by road.
Gaggal Airport is around 50km nearby Dharamshala and well connected by kingfisher Airline flights from Delhi-Pathankot-Dharamshala having daily flights.
Never miss an opportunity to visit Baijnath and take blessings of almighty Lord Shiva......
Have a very nice stay in Himachal
Atul Chauhan
Himachal
It is a beautiful temple around 50KM away from Dharamshala and well connected by road.
Gaggal Airport is around 50km nearby Dharamshala and well connected by kingfisher Airline flights from Delhi-Pathankot-Dharamshala having daily flights.
Never miss an opportunity to visit Baijnath and take blessings of almighty Lord Shiva......
Have a very nice stay in Himachal
Atul Chauhan
Himachal
Written 21 June 2012
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How can I reach baijnath from Mc leoadganj?
Are there any public buses
Written 27 February 2019
Baijnath temple is in the outskirts of Palampur, about 20 km. You can come to Palampur by bus, then hire a local car
Written 28 February 2019
let me clarify first that baidyanath shiva temple is in deoghar,jharkhand, patna to baidyanath takes 6hrs by road and 5.30 hrs by train.there are about 35 to 40 trains from patna
baijnath shiva temple is in himachal pradesh.there are no direct trains from patna to baijnath.you can take train from patna to pathankot or amritsar and then take a bus from amritsar.or pathankot to kangra.
it is a tedious journey so better would be to take a package tour of himachal covering maa chintpurni,maa naina devi,maa jwala ji,maa chamunda devi,maa baglamukhi,maa sheetla devi and baba baijnath all in himachal pradesh.
1.patna to pathankot by train and pathankot to kangra by bus or taxi-best option
2.patna to phagwara or anandpur sahib or jalandhar or ropar or ludhiana or amritsar by train and from there to kangra bu bus or taxi
Written 18 December 2017
How much time to go Baijnath temple n come back to Palampur from There
Written 7 August 2016
It is about 30-40 minutes one side. The road is good
Written 15 August 2016
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