Hateshwari Temple, Hatkoti, Himachal Pradesh

Hateshwari Temple, Hatkoti, Himachal Pradesh

Hateshwari Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to goddess Durga located in Hatkoti Village in Jubbal Tehsil in Shimla District in Himachal Pradesh, India. The temple is situated at an altitude of about 1,442 metres. The temple is situated on the banks of Pabbar river.

Legends

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https://hindutemples-india.blogspot.com/2023/06/hateshwari-temple-hatkoti-legends.html

History

The temples might have been constructed during the reign of Later Guptas between 6^th century CE to 9^th century CE.

The Temple Complex

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https://hindutemples-india.blogspot.com/2023/06/hateshwari-temple-hatkoti-temple-complex.html

Festivals

Fairs are organized during Chaitra Navratra (Apr) and Aswin Navratra (Oct). Devotees sacrifice goats / sheep at this temple during these occasions.

Connectivity

The temple is located at about 1 Km from Hatkoti Bus Stand, 13 Kms from Jubbal, 13 Kms from Rohru, 22 Kms from Kharapathar, 39 Kms from Kotkhai, 67 Kms from Theog, 94 Kms from Shimla, 96 Kms from Shimla Railway Station and 111 Kms from Shimla Airport. The temple is situated on Shimla to Rohru route. Hatkoti is well connected to Himachal and rest of India through National Highway 707 and National Highway 705.

Location