Hadimba Temple

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India /Himachal Pradesh /Kullu /Manali

Sight Address : Hadimba Temple or Dhungri Temple, located 2 km from Manali. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Hadimba Temple, A Pagoda styled shrine in the midst of a deep cedar forest, Hadimba temple resembles the Naggar Temple. A four-story structure, with exquisite woodcarvings has a huge Shikhara that towers over the shrine. Beautiful carving of Goddess Durga embellishes the doors of the temple. A windy conduit through forests and dells of sighing Deodars sets an imposing atmosphere to this lovely temple. These wooded surroundings would definitely rejuvenate one’s mind.

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HistoryEdit

The patron-deity of the Rajas of Kullu, Hadimba Temple or Dhungri Temple, located 2 km from Manali, has an over flowing history dating back to the epic era. This temple is dedicated to Hadimba a ‘Rakshashi’, and was built in the year 1553.

Must SeeEdit

Must See

Visiting TimeEdit

8 am to 6 pm

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

May to October.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1-2 hrs.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

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Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

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Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

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Guide Required : No Edit

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Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

  • Hotel Kunal & Cottages – Manali ;  Near Hidimba EntranceHadimba Temple, Manali, Himachal Pradesh 175131 India ; Ph/M –  1860 500 2121 ; Food Serve –  N.A.

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : This is place is well connected by road and it is easily accessible by taxi.

BUS : This place is well connected by the bus services in Manali. The Manali bus stand is situted in the centre of town on the Mall Road. Bus fares will range around Rs 3 to 10 per km. bus service in Manali is quite poor and buses are normally very crowded as it is the preferred mode of transport for the locals. The buses are few and not so frequent. Hence travelling through buses can be quite hard, while travelling in Manali, buses can best be avoided.

Train : The nearest rail head is Joginder Nagar which is 166 km from Manali. Joginder Nagar is a narrow gauge railway station hence the connectivity is not very good. Other closest railheads are at Chandigarh (310 km) and Ambala (300 km). The comfortable way to reach Manali is to catch Delhi-Chandigarh- Shatabadi Express. Reaching Chandigarh by train and then take the bus or private taxis as per their convenience to reach Manali. After getting down at Manali take an auto-rickshaw, bus or hire a taxi to reach this site.

Air : Bhuntar, which is 50 km away from Manali, is the nearest airport and Bhuntar is connected to Delhi by air. Delhi is the major nearest airport, which is about 565 km away from Manali. Delhi airport is well connected with all major cities in India and many cities abroad. Taxi services are available from Bhuntar to Manali, which costs about Rs 1000. After getting down at Manali take an auto-rickshaw, bus or hire a taxi to reach this site. Contact:
Indian airlines office, Delhi gate- Ph 410999
Jet Airways – 2561105
Kingfi sher Airlines – 1800 2093030

Others : Auto rickshaws is also available here. Auto rickshaws in Manali are very costly, and do not run on meter. Auto rickshaw drivers may demand exorbitant amounts to travel from one point in the city to another point. Before taking Auto rickshws ask on hotel reception or any residential person about fare of auto. A trip from the Mall Road in Manali to the Solang Valley can cost you around Rs 200 through an auto rickshaw, while the same trip will cost you just Rs 10 through bus. There are no separate night fares.

Things to CarryEdit

Carry Sunglass, sunscreen lotion, camera, food,plenty of water ,woolen clothes,cold cream and some light jackets.

Safety / WarningEdit

• Have cash in pocket cause very few ATMs that too on Mall-Road only.
• Beware of road-side guides.Never ever hire them.
• Have hotel close to Mall-Road so you can enjoy night life at Manali.
• Have healthy breakfast, cause at sight-seeings, only eatable food you get is Maggi noodles. (Its lovely, but, to eat hot Maggi in cool temp.).

HelplineEdit

Ambulance 108
Fire Brigade 101
Police Station of Manali- 252326/100
Tourist Information Center91-1902-52175