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thesirmourretreat · 3 years

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Haripurdhar is an unassuming community in the Sirmour District of Himachal Pradesh in India. This spot gets its name from a mountain called Haripur Dhar. Haripurdhar is one of the Offbeat destinations near Delhi. Delicious cotton mists will invite you to this simple town encompassed by rich green magnificence. The town is located on a high edge watching over a profound valley. There are many spots of normal excellence and strict significance in the encompassing district of Haripurdhar.

History

Haripurdhar was known as ‘Dung Bhangayani’ before. Earlier, this was the mid-year capital of the Sirmour. Located on a peak of Haripur slope this place is like a quiet sentinel, there you can find a post named “KILLA” that was based on this range by the leaders of early Sirmour State. It was essentially intended to monitor the state edges with the adjoining Jubbal State as there were standard limit questions between the two states and there was a surprising drive into every other domain. It has fallen into surrender and the part which is as yet bearable is utilized by the Forest Department as a forester’s base camp.

Geography

This place is near Jamta Nahan and lies at 77º 35′ north and 30º 45′ east at a height of 2687 m above mean sea level. Haripurdhar is quite possibly the most excellent town on the Shivalik slopes. It interfaces four sub-districts Sangrah, Ronhat, Kupvi, and Nohradhar to one another by street, language, and culture. It is additionally an outskirts town of Sirmour and Shimla locale.

Environment

Haripurdhar has a lovely environment during summer and cold during winter. In the colder time of year, there is heavy snowfall in the Haripurdhar district. Travelers partake in this snowfall, that is the reason Haripurdhar has its own significance. One can visit Haripurdhar all around the year.

Spots To Visit In Haripurdhar

Maa Bhangayani Temple – Maa Bhangayani Temple in Haripurdhar is a popular strict spot of Sirmour District. The Temple is located at the edges of Sirmour Tourism and Shimla District on an excellent slope around 7500 feet above ocean level. A higher perspective of the long eastern Himalayas can be seen from Temple grounds. Maa Bhangayani Temple is an integral piece of Tikri-Dasakna Panchayat of Sangrah Development Block and this whole region is covered with snow during the winter season, and it is one of the most beautiful places for tourists. Maa Bhangayani is known as the Goddess of Justice. As indicated by fables Maa Bhangayani was the sister of Lord Shirgul Maharaj who assisted them during battles with Mughal Emperors at Delhi. Individuals of this locale have incredible confidence in Maa Bhangayani and many strict individuals come to ask on events like Sankranthi, Navratri, and each Sunday. This excellent Temple is situated on Sangrah-Chopal/Rajgarh-Chopal street close to Haripurdhar Village.

Spots To Visit Around Haripurdhar

Renuka Ji – Renuka Ji is the most cardinal spot of strict and vacation destination of Sirmour Tourism. It is almost 40 kms from Jamta Nahan and is very much connected with a motorable metalled street. This spot has a famous lake. Drifting in Renuka Lake is an excellent fascination for the sightseers visiting there. This blessed oval molded lake has a band of 2.4 km. Close to this lies the Parshu Ram Lake which dimly looks like a human figure. This famous lake is visited by thousands of travelers consistently on Kartika Ekadashi.

Renuka zoo – Renukaji Mini Zoo is the most seasoned Zoo in Himachal Pradesh, which was, right away, began in 1957 with stray, saved, and abandoned wild creatures from the timberlands.

Churdhar top – Churdhar top is at a height of 3647 meters and is a traveler’s treat from Jamta Nahan and Renuka. The pinnacle offers an incredible perspective on the Gangetic fields, Badrinath toward the north, and the Sutlej River in the south. Likewise seen are the slopes of Chakrata and Shimla from the top.

Habban valley – Habban valley is a town in India that is 70Km from Solan by means of Rajgarh. It is encircled by backwoods of deodar and is roosted in the slopes of Sirmour, a lavish green town that is 6770 ft in elevation. The untamed life in the space incorporates peacocks, tigers, deers, bears, Kakkar, Ghol, and Kastura.

Also Read:- 4 Steps to Pick the Best Hotel in Nahan

Rajgarh – Rajgarh is a town and a Nagar panchayat in Sirmour locale, prevalently known as the Peach valley. Rajgarh has two subdivisions to be specific, Sarahan and Rajgarh, which is additionally an excellent valley of Sirmour. Rajgarh is a position of delectable regular excellence and is around 40 km from Solan. One can trip and camp in the valley.

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sirmourretreat-blog · 4 years

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He began a convention of flying kites on Raksha bandhan celebration, a custom despite everything followed. It is said that a saint lived with a partner named Nahar on the site where the Nahan castle presently stands. "Nahar" signifies 'Don't Kill' and the town presumably takes its name from a chronicled incident, when a king was trying to slaughter a lion and the saint said Nahar, which implied don't execute it. Vacationer Places In And Around Nahan The name of the saint was Baba Banwari Das. With an elevation of 932 m above ocean level, Nahan has fascinating traveler destinations like Suketi Fossil Park, Simbalwara Wildlife Sanctuary, and Renuka Wildlife Park. Nahan has numerous forts, sanctuaries, and lakes. Renuka Ji Lake is the biggest lake of Himachal Pradesh with an immense limit of 3214 m. A legendary story of Sage Jamdagni and his child Parshurama is identified with this delightful lake. Chaugan, Bikram Bagh, Khadar-Ka-Bagh are the main center points of Nahan's everyday exercises. Neighborhood sanctuaries gurudwaras like Paonta Sahib Gurudwara, blessing shops, the Rosin and Turpentine processing plant are among the other significant attractions of this spot. Arranged at the focal point of Nahan town is Rani Tal, which has an enormous sanctuary and a water lake. Rani Tal has an illustrious legacy, which is otherwise called "Sovereign's lake", and it was a retreat for the regal family that used to run Nahan.

#Sirmour #Jaitak Fort #Churdhar Trek #Renuka Ji Lake #Paonta Sahib Gurudwara #Nahan

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tasveerlounge-blog · 6 years

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5 offbeat places to hit Uttarakhand and Himachal for a pre-wedding shoot in summers

Planning a destination pre-wedding shoot? Getting bored after watching same places again and again in every pre-wedding? You know you don't have to only consider places abroad to get some gorgeous memories! There are so many pretty places right here in India which is stunning for pre-wedding shoots! And no, I am not speaking about the same old Goa, Udaipur and Jaisalmer, Khandala... lesser-known spots which are gorgeous and breathtaking! If your wedding is around the corner and you want to capture your wedding moments in the most exquisite and surreal way, then you are at the right place.

After a lot of brainstorming and exploring multiple places, I have come up with the top 5 dramatic places in India that assure you a dream wedding photography in this summer.

Landour (Uttarakhand) – If you are planning for destination pre-wedding shoot in these summers then Landour is one of the best option. This small hilly town is far from the crowd and has a great number of historical monuments. The number of people very less who cross Mussoorie. Most of the people come to see Musoorie and go back. This small town remains in peace. Well known writer Ruskin Bond’s home is here only. Landour is located in the Lower Western Himalaya, in the Mussoorie Range, is about 35 km (22 mi) from the city of Dehradun. The nearest airport is Jollygrant airport.

Auli (Uttarakhand) – If you are an adventure lover and looking for something out of the box for your prewedding shoot then Auli is the best choice for you. This Himalayan town is a ski destination in Chamoli district in the mountains of Uttarakhand. In this high hilly region, you will get the feel of spring when the sun is shining on its full swing. There are many decent hotels available to stay and you can also stay in tourist bungalow which is operated by Garhwal Mandal Vikas Nigam (GMVN).

Dehradun – Dehradun is the capital of Uttarakhand. This city is surrounded by Motichur Forest Range which provides a great wildlife experience. There are many locations in this city where you can document your memories in moving images. Forest Research Institute (FRI) is a great place for shooting. A great number of Bollywood films have been shot here. Styled in Greeko Roman Architecture, it is now a national heritage site. Except for this outskirt of the city is full of beautiful sights. Just 20kms away towards maldevta, A small village, you will get beautiful views of mountains and valleys with a river running through it. You easily reach there by air, Road or train.

Renuka ji ( Himachal) – If you are looking for place amidst nature with great wildlife then Renuka ji is the best place for you. Renuka lake is the biggest natural lake in Himachal which surrounded by lower Himalayan mountains. There are wildlife sanctuary and Lion safari too. Weather is also very pleasant in summers. In noon you can feel some heat in sunlight but mornings and evenings are pretty cold which is the best time for shoot also. You can easily reach there from Dehradun or Chandigarh. There are many good hotels to stay there.

HaripurDhar (Himachal) – If you want to spend some good time in the peaceful mountains with your better half then Haripurdhar is for you. It is a small town in Sirmour, Himachal Pradesh, India. Here in the month of may/June, you can enjoy 0 to 5*C. In winters there is a tremendous view of snowfall here. Town has three or four hotels & guest house. You will get an amazing view of high Himalayan range from here. Snow covered mountains will welcome you in the month of may/June.

PS – These all places are very pocket-friendly. And memories you get are priceless. So get… set… go…

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himachaltourpackage-blog1 · 7 years

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tour package leh ladakh | Himachal Temples list

Himachal Tourism another way it is the Tourism on Lands of Lords. In Himachal Pradesh Tourist find everywhere temple are situated. There are too much temples that one cannot even count them all. Almost every temple has some kind of fair or festival connected with it.There are more than two thousand temples in Himachal Pradesh. The temples are the centers of attraction for the visitors and tourists. Many of them are also associated with ancient legends.

Temple Iist in Himachal Pradesh

Sh. Naina Devi Temple at Bilaspur

Naina Devi is one of the most famous Hindu Temple in Himachal Pradesh. It is one of the 51 SHAKTI PEETHS in India. The temple of Naina Devi is situated in district Bilaspur of Himachal Pradesh.Shri Naina Devi Temple is at a distance of just 65km from Bilaspur. There is a famous mythic legend that is associated with Naina Devi in Himachal Pradesh.

According to a belief once Shiva’s consort Sati, died to avenge an insult. The disarranged Shiva picked up her corpse and gyrated in his horrific dance of destruction i.e. Tandava Dance given in Puranas. Then Vishnu, the preserver, unleashed his Chakra and cut the body into 51 pieces to save the earth from Shiva’s wrath. Naina Devi, is where Sati’s eyes are believed to have fallen. The word Naina is associated with the eye of the Sati. The temple is situated on a beautiful hill. Nearby is a holy cave in the name of Shri Naina Devi Ji. A big fair during Shravan Ashtami is held every year. Among the Temples in Himachal Pradesh, this sacred temple is the most visited one. The Govind Sagar Lake and Bharka Dam is situated near this temple.

Sh. Jawalamukhi Ji Temple at Kangra

The meaning of Jawalamukhi is mouth of flames. Jawalamukhi temple is one of the most visited Temples in Himachal Pradesh.The Hindu Temple is built in homage to goddess Jawalamukhi, also known as Maa Jwala Ji. The temple of Jawalamukhi in Himachal Pradesh is situated only at a distance of 34 km from the Kangra Valley. It is one of the 51 SHAKTI PEETHS in India.

According to a belief once Shiva’s consort Sati, died to avenge an insult. The distranged Shiva picked up her corpse and gyrated in his horrific dance of destruction i.e. Tandava Dance given in Puranas. Then Vishnu, the preserver, unleashed his Chakra and cut the body into 51 pieces to save the earth from Shiva’s wrath. Jawalamukhi, is where tongue of Sati fell in the place where the temple is being erected.

Maa Chintpurani Ji Temple at Una

The temple of Mata Chintpurani is dedicated to Mata Chhinnamastika Devi Ji. It is located in the Una district.It is one of the 51 SHAKTI PEETHS in India. The deity has derived such a name from the idol of goddess Durga in the temple, which is without a head.According to a belief once Shiva’s consort Sati, died to avenge an insult. The distranged Shiva picked up her corpse and gyrated in his horrific dance of destruction i.e. Tandava Dance given in Puranas. Then Vishnu, the preserver, unleashed his Chakra and cut the body into 51 pieces to save the earth from Shiva’s wrath.Chintpurani, is where feet of Sati fell in the place where the temple is being erected.

Brajeshwari Mata Temple at Kangra

Brajeshwari Mata Temple is located in the Kangra district.Though the main temple was ravaged by foreighn invaders and flattened by the 1905 earthquake, it has since been restored to its pristine glory.It is one of the 51 SHAKTI PEETHS in India.

Sh. Chamunda Mata Temple at Kangra

The temple of Chamunda Devi is located 8 km away from Dharamshala.From Kangra, It is approximately 20 km away.It is known as Chamunda Nandikeshwar Dham.This place also has a beautiful bathing ghat. Up in the Dhauladhar hills, a trek of about 16 km. is the place where Bhagwati Chamunda.

According to the Hindu mythology, the trunk of Sati had fallen in this place after her body is cut into fifty one pieces by Lord Vishnu with his chakra. According to another myth, the goddess of the temple beheaded Chand and Munda, two demons. The other name for Chamunda Devi is Mahakali.

Sh. Baijnath Temple at Kangra

The Baijnath temple is located in the Bias valley of Himachal Pradesh.By the roadside on the Mandi-Palampur road, within a vast enclosure is the Baijnath Temple, also Known as Kirangama. It is a temple that had been dedicated to Siva Vaidyanatha meaning the Lord of the physicians. The temple is a good example of the Nagari style of architecture. The walls have the characteristic niches and the Shikhara (tower) has an amalaka and enshrine images of goddess Chamunda, Surya the Sun God, Kartikeya, son of Lord Shiva.

Masroor Rock-cut Temple Kangra

Masroor Rock-cut temple is also known as Ajanta-Elora of Himachal Pradesh. Masroor is 26 km. from Gaggal on Nagrota-Surian link road and is famous for remarkable group of rock-cut temples. They form a group of 15 monolithic rock-cut temples in the Indo-Aryan style. The main shrine contains three stone images of Rama, Lakshmana and Sita.There is also presence of figure of the Shiva in the centre of the temple, according to people this temple was originally dedicated to Mahadev.

Chaurasi Temple is located in the Bharmaur, district Chamba of Himachal Pradesh.There are 84 temples in this temple. The main complex have temple of Lakshana Devi, Ganesha, Manimahesh and Narsingha.According to religeous perceptions, 84 Yogi’s visited Bharmaur during the region of king Sahil Verman. Pleased with the king’s humanity and hospitality, the yogis blessed the king with ten sons and a daughter Champawati.Chaurasi Temple is 65 km away from Chamba.

Lukshami Narayana Temple at Chamba

Lukshami Narayana Temple is located in district Chamba of Himachal Pradesh.This temple was constucted in 10th century during the reign of King Sahil Verman. In its complex, there are five other temples dedicated to Chandra Shekhar Mahadev, Radha-Krishna, Gauri-Shankar, Lakshmi-Damodara and Tryambakeshwar. These are artistically decorated and have been built in the Shikhara style.

Bijli Mahadev Temple at Kullu

The temple of Bijli Mahadev is situated in the Kullu valley of Himachal Pradesh. The altitude at which the temple is situated is about 2,436 meter, a mesmerizing location.

According to an ancient belief the priest of the temple has to restore the Shiva linga placed inside the temple after every lightening. It has been so believed by the devotees because it is thought that the Shiva linga shatters to pieces with the flash of lightening. There goes this eternal cycle of destruction and restoration of the Shiva linga in the temple of Bijli Mahadev. The Lord Shiva is believed to control the energy released by the atmosphere and thus protects the earth from destruction.20 metres high wooden pole stands are installed for attracting lightening from the sky which breaks the Shiva linga in so many pieces.

Hadimba Temple at Kullu

Hadimba Temple is located in Manali,a favorite tourist destination of district Kullu,Himachal Pradesh.The Hadimba Temple is built to pay admiration to Devi Hadimba. Devi Hadimba was the wife of Second Pandav, Bhim. Maharaja Bahadur Singh built the Hadimba Temple in the year 1533. The architecture of this temple is worth appreciating. The special feature of the Hadimba Temple is the roof that has the shape of a four tiered pagoda roof.

According to the story of the Mahabharata, the Bhim killed Hadimba brother Hadimb, a demon and married Hadimba in due course. After Hadimba’s marriage to Bhim, she undertook a penance and gave birth to a son known as Ghatotkach. In the later years her son emerged to be a brave fighter. From then onwards, Hadimba is worshiped as Devi Hadimba, a goddess.

The divinity is popularly worshipped throughout the region during the festivals and the goddess is transported to Kullu to visit the Lord Raghunathji during International Kullu Dussehra festival.

Sh. Renuka Ji Temple at Nahan

It is a beautiful site in the district Sirmour of the state Himachal Pradesh. The principal shrine at Renuka which is also known as the ‘Math’ was built in 1814 by the Gorkha raiders. The shrine is home to a stunning deity of Goddess Renuka Devi. The Renuka Lake (672 m) is regarded as the embodiment of Renuka Ji, the wife of the sage Jamadagini and the mother of Parshurama – one of the ten `Avatars` of Lord Vishnu. Shaped like the profile of a woman, the lake has the circumference of 2.5 km and is the largest in Himachal.There is another lake in the area which is named Parshurama Lake and it is assumed to symbolize Lord Parshu Rama. is a myth associated with the Renuka Lake which says, at one time, Rishi Jamdagni became angry with Renuka. He ordered Parshurama to cut off Renuka’s head. The obedient son had no option to go against his father. When Parshurama performed the task that was ordered by Rishi Jamdagni, he was not able to endure the death of Renuka, his mother. His father was also regretful and upset regarding the heartrending event. Rishi Jamdagni at that moment ordered Parshurama to breathe life into his mother. His son, who was the embodiment of Lord Vishnu, did it instantly which otherwise was an unattainable job. Mythologies claim that Lord Parshurama, after this event, moved towards Mehendra mountain for carrying out contemplation. Since he made a vow to come to his blessed mother every year, the Renuka fair is celebrated as a festive event to honor the happening. As a result, this fair is being organized for more than hundreds of years.

Rewalsar Temple

A mesmerizing place in the district Mandi of Himachal Pradesh. Rewalsar in Mandi district is about 20 km. from Mandi town. It is a pilgrimage centre revered equally by the Hindus, the Sikhs and the Buddhist alike. A natural lake with floating islands on it are a unique attraction of the lake one can see the Shiva temple, the Guru Gobind Singh’s Gurudwara and Buddhist Monastery.The Hindus believe that it was here that the ‘Lomas Rishi’ held his penance in devotion to lord Shiva. Overwhelmed, Shiva gave the rishi, the seven floating islands in reward.

Sh. Parashar Temple at Mandi

It is situated at a height of 2,730 metres above sea level, this small temple dating back to 14th centuary stands on the bank of a lake, which has floating Circular Island. It is 35 km. from Mandi town. This beautiful lake is held sacred to the sage Parashar (rishi). A three-tiered Pagoda-like temple dedicated to the sage lies by the lake – and he is regarded to have meditated here. The sacred temple is also visited by the tourists coming to the state of Himachal Pradesh. This temple is situated in the lap of the hill can also be reached by trekking.

Bhimakali Temple Sarahan (Rampur)

It is situated in Sarahan (Rampur), district Shimla, Capital of Himachal Pradesh.It is 175 km.away from Shimla.Bhimakali has been the family deity of the Bushahar rulers.Sarahan is identify with Shonitpur of the puranic literature where Usha, daughter of Banasura fell in love with Anirudha, the grandson of Lord Krishna. It was here that Lord Krishna fought a winning battle against Banasura.From Sarahan one can see Shrikhand peak, known as the parental abode of Lakshami.

Hatkoti Temple at Rohru

It is 104 km. from Shimla. It is a wonderful temple valley where the river Pabbar flows and nearby is a temple dedicated to Durga and Shiva. This is where the gods are said to have fought a pirched battle. Hatkoti is en-route to Rohru and is surrounded by lovely picnic spot.

Jaakhoo Temple at Shimla

It is dedicated to Lord Hanuman. It is situated at Shimla’s Highest peak i.e. Jaakhoo hill offering paronamic views of the town, the hill and other distant mountain ranges.

Baba Balaknath Temple at deotsidh

The temple of Baba Balak Nath is an important Pilgrim Center in Himachal Pradesh. The temple is situated in Deothsidh, district hamirpur of Himachal Pradesh.The Baba Balak Nath temple is situated at a distance of 70 km from Bilaspur and at a distance of 30 km from Hamirpur. The visitors to this temple can avail the bus services in the district. It is situated in such a location, which is well connected by roadways. The devotees come from near and far to visit the temple and receive blessings.

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