Chaurasi Temple Travel Guide & Tourism in Bharmour, Himachal Pradesh

Chaurasi Temple is a sacred place located in the heart of Bharmour town in the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh. This temple complex is famous for its 84 different shrines, hence the name "Chaurasi," which means eighty-four in Hindi. The temples were built around 1400 years ago and hold immense religious significance for the people of Bharmour. The main temple in the complex is dedicated to Lord Shiva, in his Manimahesh form, and is built in the beautiful Valabhi-Shikhara architectural style.

The Chaurasi Temple Complex is not just a place of worship but also a center of cultural and social life in Bharmour. The temple complex is a spacious area with a scenic view, making it a delightful place to visit. Another notable temple in the complex is dedicated to Lord Vishnu in his Narsimha avatar. According to legend, the Chaurasi temple was built by Raja Sahil Verman of Bharmour to honor the 84 Siddhas or yogis who meditated there while passing through Bharmour on their way to Manimahesh Lake. The area and temples are dedicated to the worship of Lord Shiva and Shakti, with the belief that the Manimahesh Kailash Peak is their abode, offering devotees the promise of Moksha (liberation). Read more on Chaurasi Temple in Bharmour, Himachal Pradesh.