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Sunday, August 13, 2023

Aadi Himani Chamunda Temple, Chandar Bhan, Himachal Pradesh

Aadi Himani Chamunda Temple, Chandar Bhan, Himachal Pradesh

Aadi Himani Chamunda Temple is a Hindu Temple dedicated to goddess Chamunda Devi located in Chandar Bhan Village in Kangra Valley in Palampur Tehsil in Kangra District of Himachal Pradesh, India. The temple is also called as Barfani Chamunda Temple. The temple is situated on a hilltop at an altitude of about 3185 meters flanked by Dhauladhar mountain range. The temple is considered as one of the ancient seat of the goddess Chamunda.


Legends

As per local folklore, the goddess Chamunda killed two demons Chanda and Munda from the top of the mountain by throwing huge boulders on them. Devotees can still see one of the boulder above the Shiva Temple located nearby.


History

The temple is situated close to the ruins of the palace of Chandar Bhan Chand Katoch built in 17th century CE. The temple is also believed to be built in 17th century CE. The temple was in complete ruins till 1992. Mr. P. D. Saini, a retired Class 1 officer, restored the temple back to glory with help of the devotees. He continued his service for the improvement of the temple even after its administration was taken by the government. The temple was again destroyed by a fire accident in 2014 and rebuilt with the help of the devotees.


The Temple

The temple is situated on a hilltop at an altitude of about 3185 meters flanked by Dhauladhar mountain range. The temple is a simple structure and enshrines an image of goddess Chamunda. The temple offers a panoramic views of the surrounding meadows and mountain ranges. The temple is an ideal destination for trekkers.


Trekking & Connectivity

For brief details, please refer below link;

https://hindutemples-india.blogspot.com/2023/08/aadi-himani-chamunda-temple-chandar-bhan-trekking-and-connectivity.html

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