Chamba Attractions : Laxmi Narayan Temple , Bhuri Singh Museum , Gandhi Gate , St Andrew's Church ,Surara temples , BrajreshwariDevi temple, ChamundaDevi Temple, Sui Mata Temple , Harirai Temple , Radha Krishna Temple, Sitaram Temple , Champavati Temple , etc. Chamba is a beautiful district of Himachal Pradesh .
Laxmi Narayan Temple : It was built by Sahil Verman in 10th century AD. The temple was built in Shikhara style. It looks a mandapa like structure also. The wooden Chhattries, the wheel roof, atop the temple protect it from snow-fall. Three temples are dedicated to Lord Vishnu, and another three to Lord Shiva. Some fine sculptures depict the figures of Lord Vishnu (of the Hindu trilogy), Goddess Laxmi (Goddess of wealth), Narasimha (Lion form of Lord Vishnu) and Lord Krishna and other deities.
Vajreshvari Temple: The temple was built in stone at the entrance of Sarota . It is dedicated to goddess Vajreshwari. The temple is for its fine sculpture. It was built in the eleventh century AD. There is a short tree-line inscription carved on one of the two pillars in front of the entrance of the shrine. There are eighteen brief one-line epigraphs on the outer walls of the temple. The temple pillars are beautifully carved depicting various deities on them. The temple has a stone image of Mahishasura Mardini.
Chamunda Devi Temple: This temple is dedicated to Goddess Chamunda. This temple looks like hill type architecture. It stands on small spur of Shah Madar hill. A beautiful and holistic view of Chamba town is obtained from the premises of the temple. It has pent-roof of ordinary type of temples in the area but has beautiful wood carvings preserved in it. In the ceiling several panels have been carved which make the temple artistically important.
Hari Rai Temple: The Vishnu temple is situated near Chaugan gate. The temple is in shikhara style built in stone.
Bansi Gopal Temple: It is located near the Chamba palace. This temple is dedicated to Lord Krishna whose image holding a flute is enshrined with Radha. In copper plate of Raja Balbhadra issued in AD 1595, mention is made of this temple. The entrance gate of the temple depicts Ganga and Yamuna standing holding a vase.
Chandershekhar Temple at Saho: The temple is devoted to Lord Chandershekhar in the heart of Saho village. According to one belief, this temple was constructed by Raja Sahil Varman and according to another belief; the temple was constructed by Satyaki, son of King Bhagota. The temple is not only a popular pilgrimage centre but also a centre for all social gatherings like fairs and festivals.
Vishnu Temple, Saho: There is a small shrine opposite to the temple of Chandershekhar of Saho is dedicated to Lord Vishnu.
Champavati Temple: The temple is dedicated to goddess Champavati, which is shikhara style stands near the royal place. The legend says that this temple was made in the name of Raja Sahil Verman`s daughter Champavati.
The Rangmahal or the Old Palace : It is famous for handicraft items. The Bhuri Singh Museum has a good collection of artifacts belonging to this region including miniature paintings. St Andrew's Church and Gandhi Gate are also tourist attractions here.
Vajreshvari Temple: The temple was built in stone at the entrance of Sarota . It is dedicated to goddess Vajreshwari. The temple is for its fine sculpture. It was built in the eleventh century AD. There is a short tree-line inscription carved on one of the two pillars in front of the entrance of the shrine. There are eighteen brief one-line epigraphs on the outer walls of the temple. The temple pillars are beautifully carved depicting various deities on them. The temple has a stone image of Mahishasura Mardini.
Chamunda Devi Temple: This temple is dedicated to Goddess Chamunda. This temple looks like hill type architecture. It stands on small spur of Shah Madar hill. A beautiful and holistic view of Chamba town is obtained from the premises of the temple. It has pent-roof of ordinary type of temples in the area but has beautiful wood carvings preserved in it. In the ceiling several panels have been carved which make the temple artistically important.
Hari Rai Temple: The Vishnu temple is situated near Chaugan gate. The temple is in shikhara style built in stone.
Bansi Gopal Temple: It is located near the Chamba palace. This temple is dedicated to Lord Krishna whose image holding a flute is enshrined with Radha. In copper plate of Raja Balbhadra issued in AD 1595, mention is made of this temple. The entrance gate of the temple depicts Ganga and Yamuna standing holding a vase.
Chandershekhar Temple at Saho: The temple is devoted to Lord Chandershekhar in the heart of Saho village. According to one belief, this temple was constructed by Raja Sahil Varman and according to another belief; the temple was constructed by Satyaki, son of King Bhagota. The temple is not only a popular pilgrimage centre but also a centre for all social gatherings like fairs and festivals.
Vishnu Temple, Saho: There is a small shrine opposite to the temple of Chandershekhar of Saho is dedicated to Lord Vishnu.
The Rangmahal or the Old Palace : It is famous for handicraft items. The Bhuri Singh Museum has a good collection of artifacts belonging to this region including miniature paintings. St Andrew's Church and Gandhi Gate are also tourist attractions here.
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