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Chamba : A journey through photographs |
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| Lakshami Narayan Temple :- Laxmi
Narayana Temple, which is the main temple of Chamba town was built
by Sahil Varman in the 10th century AD. The temple has been built
in the Shikhara style. The temple consists of Bimana i.e. Shikhara
and GarbhGriha with a small antralya. Laxmi Narayana Temple has a
mandapa like structure also. The wooden Chhattries, the shell roof,
atop the temple were in response to the local climatic conditions
as a protection against snowfall. There are several other temples
within the complex. The temple of Radha krishna, Shiva Temple of
Chandergupta and Gauri Shankar Temple are among these. |
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| Chamunda Devi Temple :- This temple
is located on the spur of the Shah Madar Hill overlooking the town
to its south east. The temple stands on a raised platform. The temple
has artistic carvings on its lintel, pillars and the ceiling. Behind
the main temple is a small shrine of Lord Shiva in the Shikhara style.
There is another platform in front of this temple where two very
old peepul trees provide shelter to the visitors. From this platform
a bird's eye view of most of the land marks in the town including
Chaugan, Circuit House, most of the temples and river Ravi can be
had. The temple is being looked after by Archaeological Survey of
India. This temple can be approached by road from Chamba ( 3 km.
). The temple is an ideal picnic spot throughout the year because
it has an easy approach and a commanding view. |
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| Hari Rai Temple :- This temple is
dedicated to Lord Vishnu and dates back to 11th century. It was probably
built by Salabahana. This temple lies in the north-west corner of
the main Chaugan, which had became the official entrance to the town
by the end of 19th C. A steep path leads to the old Shitla bridge,
which was constructed in the year 1894. The temple is built in Shikhara
style and stands on a stone platform. The Shikhara of the temple
is finely carved. This is one of the major old temples, which is
away from the old township and the only one near the Chaugan. |
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