Jagannath Temple in Ranchi

                                                     Jagannath Temple in Ranchi

Jagannath Temple in Ranchi was built by Thakur Ani Nath Shahdeo, king of Barkagarh Jagannathpur, on 25th December 1691. The temple is similar to the famous Jagannath Temple in Puri, Orissa, although smaller. Similar to the Rath Yatra in Puri, annual fair is held at this temple as well attracting thousands of devotees. The temple collapsed on 6th August 1990. The reconstruction was started on 8th February 1992 and is still continuing.  

History Of Jagannath Temple in Ranchi:-

Jagannath Temple in Ranchi was built by Thakur Ani Nath Shahdeo, of Barkagarh Jagannathpur principality. The date when construction commenced is not known but the temple was completed on 25th December 1691. The Jagannath Temple is located on top of a small hill somewhere around 10kms from the main town of Ranchi. It is supposed to be a miniature version of the Jagannath Temple in Puri, Orissa and is built according to the same architectural design.
 The temple can be reached through a flight of stairs which lead to the main gate of the temple or a if you want go up in your vehicle, take a detour which ends at the courtyard of the temple. The temple is built of bricks which are whitewashed only from the outside but the not the inside. The main deity of this temple is Lord Jagannath, who was one of the manifestations of Lord Vishnu.
 The Jagannath Temple is very sacred to the tribals of the region. Legend has it that the temple was built to offer the tribals a place of worship to keep them from converting to other religions. This temple complex is divided into three parts and has shrines dedicated to each of the gods - Krishna, Balabhadra and Subhadra. Another attraction of the temple is a figure of Lord Hanuman inside the temple and one of Garuda outside the temple.
 Tthe main attraction of the temple is the Jagannath Mela and the weeklong Rath Yatra associated with it. Lakhs of devotees flock to the temple as it is believed Lord Jagannath opens his eyes during this time and blesses his devotees.
 The temple since it is located on the top of a hill also offers a striking view of the city.

The presiding deity:-

The Godhead of this temple is Lord Jagannath, who is an important deity for the ardent devotees of Lord Krishna and Lord Vishnu. Great devotional significance and respect are bestowed on the deity. Another reason for the religious significance associated with this temple is its relation to the founder of Gaudiya Vaishnavism, Chaitanya Mahaprabhu. He was a fervent devotee of Lord Jagannath and spent a substantial period of his life dedicated to the devotion of Lord Jagannath. The worship of the deity is based on the reverence of Lord Vishnu.

Idols of worship:-

Unlike most temples where idols are made of clay or are stone sculptures, the idol of Lord Jagannath in the Ranchi Jagannath temple is made of wood. As a matter of fact, even the rest of the idols present in the temple are also made of wood. The idols are rather simple in appearance as compared to most of the other temples in India, where the idols are endowed with jewelry and rich clothes.

The other deities worshipped :-

Besides the devotion of Lord Jagannath, the worship of his brother Ballabhadra or Balaram and sister Subhadra also takes place in the temple. Another important shrine present in the temple premises is that of that of the Hindu monkey God Hanuman, which is situated at the main gate of the temple premises.

Architecture Of Jagannath Temple in Ranchi:-

The Jagannath temple at Ranchi was built by Thakur Ani Nath Shahdeo, the King of Barkagarh Jagannathpur in the 17th century following the architecture of the Puri Jagannath Dham temple. This huge temple at Ranchi was designed following the Kalinga style of temple architecture. The tall sanctum sanctorum is followed by the Jagamohana and the Nata Mandir. Inside garbha griha of the  white temple offered to Shri Jagannath Deva, the Lord is consecrated along with his elder brother Balabhadra or Balaram and Sister Subhadra.

Jagannathpur In Jagannath Temple in Ranchi:-

Jagannathpur is a village 6 miles southwest of Ranchi. Various plants of the Heavy Engineering Corporation are situated in an area round about the old village. The new township that has grown around these plants is known as Jagarnathpur. The area was previously known as Hatia but, after an enquiry into the matter of several rival names that had ben proposed, the name of Jagarnathpur was chosen. The main portion of the original Jagarnathpur village is now in the township of Jagannathpur.There is a high rocky hill at Jagannathpur commanding an extensive view of the surrounding plateau. This hill contains the largest and the most popular temple in the district of Ranchi. This is the temple of Lord Jaganath.

Jagannath Temple, Ranchi Timings:-

The temple can be visited throughout the year. Tourists are suggested to visit the temple at dawn or dusk, as the surroundings look heavenly during sunrise and sunset. Summer is considered as the best time to visit the temple as the largest festival of the temple, Rath Yatra takes place at this time.
•The Jagannath Temple of Ranchi is open on all the days.
•It is open from 5 am to 12 pm and again from 3 pm to 6 pm.
•The temple is closed at afternoon, from 12.00 pm to 3.00 pm.

 Jagannath Temple, Ranchi Food Timings:-

After worship of the deity, prasadam is served to the devotees. The prasadam is also delivered online by the temple committee, which you can receive 15- 45 days
Darsan Dresscode:-

 There is no such restrictions made in dress code. But as this is a Hindu shrine, people are expected to be in modest attire. It is better to avoid revealing clothes such as shorts and sleeveless dresses for both men and women. Carrying a bottle of water, shades, and umbrella will be better for those who are visiting the shrine in June or July to attend the Ratha Yatra Festival.

Culture:-

The century-old enriched history, music, art, religion, food and people exhibit the true essence of Jharkhand's culture. This new Indian state that has been dissected mostly from Bihar held its capital at Ranchi. There are multiple pilgrimages in this eastern state of India. Devotees from across the country and abroad come to this beautiful state to explore the shrines of their concerned sects. Besides, the temples, churches and mosques, the state of Jharkhand has many beautiful places to explore such as Netarhat, Deoghar, Ranchi, Dhanbad, Sahebganj, Maithon, Masanjore and more. Rajrappa, Jaganathpur Temple, Bhadra Kali Temple, Angrabari, Trikuti, Basukinath, Mahadev Sal, Maa Giri Rajeswari and Kulbonga Mahadev are some of the most important Hindu Shrines at Jharkhand.

Language Spoken:-

 Hindi, Bhojpuri, English, Bengali

Special occasions and festivals:-

Many festival and religious events take place in the lord jagannath temple in Ranchi. People from many parts of India come to the temple during these festivities. The most significant festival is the Jagannath Rath Yatra that takes place in the Hindu calendar month of Asadha that falls in the months of June and July. This is the only occasion when the idols of Lord Jagannath, Ballabhadra and Subharda are taken out from the sanctum of the temple. The idols are carried in massive chariots called Rath. The devotees pull and push the chariots since it is considered that Lord Jagannath blesses those who are involved in the movement of the chariots.
Krishna Janmasthami is yet another big religious occasion in the Jagannath temple of Ranchi. This festival is held in the Hindu calendar month of Shravana. Devotees fast for the whole day till the completion of the worship procedings. Krishna Janmasthami is celebrated with great fervor since Lord Jagannath is considered to be an avatar Lord Krishna.

Significant pilgrimage site:-

The Jagannath temple of Ranchi is a revered place for thousands of pilgrims from every part of India. The hordes of devotees increase even more during the Rath Yatra festival. Thousands of pilgrims visit the Ranchi temple daily, which increases during the festivals of Jagannath Rath Yatra and Krishna Janmasthami.

Places Around Ranchi:-

 Tagore Hill:-

 About 3 km. from the main Road Ranchi, the Tagore Hill is about 300 ft. high. As the hill is associated with a history pertaining to Tagore family, it is known as Tagore Hill. A number of books are supposed to have been written by Rabindra Nath Tagore on the top of the hill. At the foot of the hill are situated the Ramkrishna Mission Ashram and it's office and centre of Divyayan and Agrarian Vocational Institute.

 Hundru Falls:-

 Ranchi is nature's bounty to mother India which has specially been adorned with falls and streams. Hundru falls is about 28 km. aways from Ranchi town. The Swarnarekha river falls from a height of 320 feet making a wonderful scene known as Hundru falls. During rainy season it takes a formidable form but in summer it turns into an exciting picnic spot .

 Dasham Falls:-

 About 40 km. away from Ranchi on Tata Road falls a village named Taimara near which flows the Kanchi river, Falling from a height of about 144 feet Kanchi river makes a pretty fall called Dassam falls known as Dassam Ghagh also encircled with charming scences. The tourists are warned not to take bath in the falls or at least be careful while bathing in the stream.

 Jonha Falls:-

 Jonha is about 40 km. away from Ranchi . The road leading to Jonha is a bit narrow but so adventuerus as well as and arduous as that of Hundru. There is also a hospice Tourists rest house which accommodates Lord Gautam Budha's temple. This falls is named after Gautam as Gautamdhara too, it is approachable by road. The tourists can go upto Gautamdhara station by train also.

 Hirni Falls:-

 About 70 km. From Ranchi on way to Chakradharpur is located Hirni Falls . Having situated amidst dense forest Hirni has been favoured by nature for scenic beauties. The tourists are carried away by emotions and flight of imagination while observing Hirni.

 Ranchi Hill:-

 Ranchi, being situated at an altitude of 2140 feet, from sea level, is a popular health and holiday resort and is a place of sacred pilgrimage. Some comely sights in the town include Ranchi Hill, Tagore Hill, Ranchi Lake etc. A panoramic view of the town can be behold from the hill top. The Shiva temple situated on top of the hill, is an added attraction for devotees for whom it assumes the place of reverence during Shravan mas similar to that of Baijnath Dham (Deoghar).

Jagannathpur Temple :-

 About 10 km. From Ranchi G.P.O. is another sight seeing place where the tourists can rejoice and worship. The old temple of lord Jagannath ,built in 1691 in the architectural style of Puri Temple stands like a fort on the top of the in the hill. Its car/chariot festival held light part on Ashadhmas draws a big crowd comprising of tribals and non-tribals. HEC township nearby is an added attraction.

 Nakshatra Van :-

 Nakshatra Van is situated near Raj Bhawan. It is constructed in the year 2003 by State Government. It is a Designed Project in which 27 plants been planted according to the 27 planets of Astrology Science. Here the tourist attractions are Musical Fountain, Medicinal Plants & Natural Beauty of Plants.

Gonda Hill & Rock Garden:-

 About 4 km. from G.P.O., Ranchi on Kanke Road,just in fornt of the CMPDIL Hq. Is situated the Gonda Hill with a water reservoir at its top. At the foot of the hill is a big lake known as Kanke Dam and a lucrative place for tourists.

 Sun Temple:-

 About 39 km. From Ranchi on Tata Road near Bundu stands on the desolate bush green the elegant Sun temple fashioned in the form of huge chariot with richly decorated 18 wheels and seven life like horses ready to take of. Built by Sanskrit Vihar headed by Shri Ram Maroo, the managing director of Ranchi Express, the sun temple deserves the title "a poem in stone".

 Amreshwar Dham :-

 Amreshwar Dham is, actually, a temple complex in Khunti which accommodates the temples of Lord Ganpati, Ram-Sita, Hanuman and Shiva. The Shankracharya Swami Swarupanand Saraswati, having been captivated by serene, placid and celestial beauty of Angrabadi rechristened it as Amreshwar Dham.

 Ranchi Lake:-

 Excavated by Col. Onsely, a British Agent in 1842, Ranchi Lake is centrally situated. It is a few minutes walk from GPO and is adjacent to Ranchi Telephone Exchange. The lake taken for beautification is yet to be beautified conforming to the original concept envisaged by the Deputy Commissioner, Madan Mohan Jha. However, the lake has an added attraction of boating for the visitors.

 Birsa Jaivik Udyan:-

 Birsa Jaivik Udyan, This Zoological garden is located about 16km from Ranchi on the Ranchi-Patna National Highway near Ormanjhi. The collection of mammalian faunas is the main attraction here.

 Panch Gagh Falls:-

 Panch Gagh falls: is on Ranchi- Chakradharpur Road about 6 kms from Khunti. This fall consists of five streams which falls from a good height.

How To Reach:-

By Air:-

Airways facilities are also available in the city of Ranchi. Birsa Munda Airport is the major airport of the city that avails flights to all the major states and cities. It is the fastest and the most convenient way to reach Ranchi.

By Rail:-

The city of Ranchi is very well connected to all the major states and cities through railways. Ranchi railway station is the major and the closest railway station to Ranchi, apart from the Ranchi railway station there are few other local railway station in the city.

By road:-

There is no problem of connectivity within the city and with other states and cities. The city of Ranchi is well connected through roadways. NH 23 and NH 33 passes through Ranchi.
Travelling by Ranchi roads is a pleasurable experience. Local transports are easily available within the city like auto, buses, etc.

Kheer Bhawani (Rajnya Devi) Temple In Srinagar

                                             Kheer Bhawani Temple

Kheer Bhawani Temple lies near the village of Tul Mul and is a place of belief and faith for the Hindu followers. The temple derives its name from the Kheer which is a rice and milk pudding. The people offer this pudding as a symbol of their worship and faith. The Kheer Bhawani temple was built over a scared spring. A marvellous marble temple with splendid architecture has been built in the premises of the main temple. An annual festival is organised on the eighth day of the full moon in the month of May or June. The people believe that the colour of the water of the lake changes according to the avatars of Goddess Kheer Bhawani. A number of historical relics are related to the origin of the temple. It is believed that Maharagya was happy with the true love and devotion of Ravana. Ravana placed a statue of the Goddess in the temple. But later, she became upset by the atrocities of Ravana. She instructed Hanuman ji to place her idol in the village of Tul Mull. Pilgrims from all parts of the country come to visit this holy shrine and seek the blessings of Goddess.

About the Kheer Bhawani Temple :-

The temple is dedicated to the Goddess Rajnya Devi, popularly known as Kheer Bhawani. The name 'Kheer Bhawani' is derived from the fact that thousands of devotees offer milk and 'Kheer' (pudding) to the sacred spring, as they believe the pudding turns black to warn of impending disaster. Be it Hindus or Muslims, devotees from all across India throng the temple during the Kheer Bhawani festival.

Kheer Bhawani temple is nestled in the small village of Tula Mula which is located at a distance of 14 miles east of Srinagar. The temple is associated with goddess Ragyna Devi who is also worshipped as Ragini or Kheer Bhawani. She is an incarnation of Durga Bhagvati. Kheer Bhawani temple is located in the middle of a spring, which is surrounded by a huge area which has been decorated with smooth and beautiful stones. The spring is known as Mata Ragini Kund. The colour of the spring keeps changing. While other colours do not have any particular importance, black colour is considered as an indication of inauspicious times for Kashmir.

History Of  Kheer Bhawani Temple:-

Maharagya was pleased with the devotion of Ravana and appeared before him and Ravana got an image of the goddess installed in Sri Lanka. But the goddess became displeased with the vicious and licentious life of Ravana and so didn't want to stay in Sri Lanka. Therefore, under the command of the goddess, Hanuman got the image from Sri Lanka and installed it at the holy spot of Tula Mulla. The mention of Kheer Bhawani is found in Kalhana's Rajtarangini. Kalhana writes that the sacred spring ofTula Mula is situated in a marshy ground. The name of the spring is Mata Ragini Kund. Maharagini is the form of Durga Bhagvati. The Brahmins of Kashmir worship this spring and pilgrims from every comer of the country visit to have the darshan of the place. In Rajtarangini Tula Mula is considered very sacred and the Brahmins of Tula Mula were very great and powerful. The spring of Maharagya was very sacred. Thousands of years ago many floods occurred in Kashmir and the sacred spring of Tula Mula also was inundated under its sway and the holy place could nowhere be traced. All around was water. At last Kashmir's Yogi Krishna Pandit had a dream in which the goddess appeared to him and ordered that she would swim in the form of a snake at the proper place and that he should stick large poles and when the water subsided there the holy spot was discovered. This event happened during the Samvat 4041. The mention of this temple is also found in Abul-Fazal's book Aini-Akbari in which is written that the area of Tula Mula extended over the area of hundred bighas of land, which got sunk in the summer season and formed into a marsh. Swami Rama Tirtha and Swami Vivekananda also visited here to have the darshan of the place.
With the pouring of milk and throwing of sugar candy in the spring by the pilgrims, a thick and solid layer was formed at its bottom. When it was cleared, the ruins of an old temple and shrine slabs engraved with figures were discovered. Here many images were also found but nobody rebuilt the temple till the Samvat 1969 when Maharaja Pratap Singh who was the disciple and worshiped this goddess, got a marvelous temple of marble made in the midst of the spring which shines like a pearl in a shell. The marble temple was completed in 1920s. Some people are of the opinion that there was a mulberry tree near holy spot of Kheer Bhawani which, in Kashmiri, is called Tul Mul. But Tul Mul is also derived from the Sanskrit phrase-Tul Muli-that is of great value. This means that all other pilgrim centres are of lesser value than this one. It is said that after Ravana finished the worship of the goddess he offered the kheer (rice pudding) to the goddess which she accepted and since then it is called Kheer Bhawani.

Significance Of Kheer Bhawani Temple :-  
The presiding deity of this Khir Bhawani temple is Goddess Bhawani who is also called by the names Maharagya Devi, Ragnya Devi, Rajni, Ragnya Bhagwati, and so on. It is believed that Goddess Maharagya is one of the form of Goddess Durga. For the Kashmiri Brahmins, the Historical Vedic Religion followers, Kheer Bhawani Temple is the most important pilgrimage. The temple is surrounded with Chinar trees (Platanus orientalis), which offers a wonderful panorama. The sacred spring at the holy place Tul Mul is called as Mata Ragini Pond. This pond is worshipped by the Kashmiris.
Swami Vivekananda, an Indian Hindu monk and Swami Rama Tirtha, an Indian teacher of the Hindu philosophy of Vedanta are said to have visited this temple and worshiped the Goddess. The special feature of this temple is that the sacred septagonal spring floes from west (which is considered as its head section) to the east (which is considered as its feet), changes its color with various shades of red, pink, orange, green, blue, white, etc. and the black shade of the spring is believed to be unpromising.


Poojas And Festivals:-
 
Mela Kheer Bhawani- The Annual Festival:-

The Goddess presides over her believers as they gather, upholding their fast on the 8th day following the full moon in May. Kashmir also observes a state wide holiday on that day. The day is celebrated as people believe that it was this day that the presiding Goddess indulges in changing the spring water’s colour. With colors having some significance, The water getting darker is a signal for the worse time to come.
People assert that in 1990 when the Kashmiri Pundits had to go through te exodus, A black shape had taken over the water.
People believe in the story that a total of 360 springs flowed near the holdy spring but they soon vanished as the marshy land increased.
In the last half century the pilgrimage has become the most important for Kashmiri Brahmans who come here from all over the State and even from outside. Kheer Bhawani is considered to be the Presiding Deity of most of the Kashmiri Brahmans.

1.     The Sanastha shall manage daily morning and evening Poojas and provide the required Pooja Samgri for this purpose.
2.    The Sanastha shall make all necessary arrangements for enabling devotees of Mata Khir Bhawani to offer their Pooja at the Amrit Kund on all Suklapaksh Ashtamis.
3.    The Sanastha shall arrange to perform Namavali of Maha-Regeneya in early hours of each Ashtami and provide the materials required for it.
4.    The Sanastha shall arrange the traditional Pooja to be performed during the night of Ashtami-Novmi and make necessary arrangement for stay of the devotees for the Pooja during night.
5.    The Sanastha shall arrange Pooja to be performed during night of second Saturday after Ashtami for Mata Shri Bhawnishori.
6.    The Sanastha shall manage traditional Poojas on all the days of Navratras and make suitable arrangements for Jal-Pravah of the Nav-Durga Bhagwati.
7.    The Sanastha shall manage the Poojas on all the days of Ram-Navmi Pooja days and make suitable arrangements for Jal-Pravah of the Nav-Durga Bhagwati on the final day.
8.    The Sanastha shall make arrangement for performing a Hawan on Vyeth-Truvah (Bhadoon Shuklapaksh Triyodashi) and serve a meal as Naveed to the devotees who participate in the Hawan but invitations for participation shall not be extended formally to anyone except by notifying in the Annual Programme (Calender etc.).
9.    The Sanastha shall make arrangements for and perform annual Hawan on Ashad Shuklapaksh Ashtami. The announcement of the Hawan shall be made by the Management through Press and other available media. All devotees of the Mother shall be invited to participate and have Naveed (meals) at the conclusion of the Hawan. Elaborate arrangements shall be made by the Sanastha for convenience of the devotees as far as possible. Invitations to sister organizations and VIP’s as shall be decided by the Managing Committee from time to time shall be extended in writing. The Naveed shall comprise of a simple rice meal with Daal and one Vegetable (Potato) unless decided otherwise by the Managing Committee. Decision of the Managing Committee in this regard shall be final.
10. In order to make the celebrations of Jeshth Ashtami popularly known as “Mela Khir Bhawani and Ashadh Ashtami the Annual Hawan at the Peeth a success, the Pradhan shall call and hold meetings of the Managing Committee of the Sanastha first at least one month before the festival wherein arrangements shall be proposed/finalized. Necessary sub-committees for specific works shall be framed and announced. The sub-committees thus formed shall remain responsible for their allotted work. Each Sewak, Sahayak, Sadasya involved in the management of the festivals shall be informed by easiest direct or indirect means about his assignment and responsibilities at least fifteen days before the function. Final meeting of all the involved members shall be called and held by the Pradhan at least three days before the function and situation about preparations reviewed and suitable action wherever required taken.
11.  No outsider agency other than Govt. Public Utility Deptts. like Municipality, Public Health Engg., Health Services, Law & Order Agency (Security) shall be allowed to render any voluntary/organized/individual service within the premises. All rights with regard to managing affairs, providing services and holding of Samuhik (organized) Pooja within the premises of the Peeth rest with the Sanastha only.
12. All Samohik Pujas/Artis shall be lead by a Sewak only nominated by the Pradhan and in all Hawans performed on behalf of the Sanastha. Aahoti shall be offered by a Sewak of the Sanastha only under all circumstances, even if the entire Hawan is performed on costs contributed by general public or any individual.
13. The Sanastha shall make arrangements for and bear the cost of any   Pooja/Hawan/Sampat which shall be suggested by a 2/3 verdict of the Managing Committee and approved by the Pradhan.

Code Of Conduct Inside The Shrine Premises:-

1.     The Shrine is open to all castes of people for meditation provided the meditator abides by rules and regulations of the Sanastha. Management of the Sanastha reserves the right to deal with violator of the code of conduct in suitable way including fishing him out of the premises and/or handing him over to the law enforcing agencies.
2.    Meat, Eggs, Fish, Tomato, Onion or any kind of non-vegetarian eatables can neither be cooked nor consumed within the Shrine Complex.
3.    No toxic drinks hot or cold, drugs can be used within the premises.
4.    Devi-Angan is purely meant for Puja and Meditation and nothing can either be cooked or consumed (eaten) in Devi-Angan.
5.    The Shrine complex shall be open for following functions of the public to be celebrated within the Hindu Codes :
1.     Hawan.
2.    Kirtan.
3.    Mundan.
4.    Yagneopavit.
5.    Sampath.
6.    Get-together with regard to marriages.
 For all the above functions, the party shall have to apply for booking in advance and pay a refundable Security Deposit. Facilities whatever available shall be extended to the party and decision of the Sewak Incharge shall be final. No party can book it when it is to be used by the Sanastha itself on important festivals.

Pooja Timings:-

The temple remains open from morning 6.00 am to night 8.00 pm.

Nearby Temples and Attractions:-

Srinagar is a wonderful city poised with natural beauty and nestled among mountains. The city is situated on the banks of the Jhelum and has many diverse temples of great architectural grandeur. The city has beautiful gardens and lakes. Some of the major tourist attractions of Srinagar are the Dal Lake, Shalimar Bagh, Nishat Bag and Jami Masjid.
Following are some major temples in Srinagar:
Shankaracharya Temple, Srinagar:-

 Adi Shankaracharya had visited this temple and hence it derived its name. The Temple is a soaring imposing structure and highly visited.
Sharika Devi Temple, Hari Parbat:-

 This is a temple laced with many mystical theories from the ancient Hindu mythology. The temple’s presiding deity is Sharika Devi who is also the major deity of the Srinagar city.
Martand Sun Temple, Anantnag:-

 The Anantnag temple is popular among the devotees who visit the Amarnath temple and the temple is a work of genius architectural labor. This temple was built by the King Lalitaditya of the Surya (Solar) dynasty.
Pandrethan Temple, Srinagar:-

 An old stone structure, the Pandrethan temple is a major temple that is associated with Emperor Ashoka and is one of the major attractions of the city.
Bhuteshwara Temple, Srinagar:-

 The temple was constructed in the 12th century and is blessed with great architecture and as a result holds great importance among the locals.
Jwala Mukhi Temple, Khru:-

 The picturesquely placed temple is atop a hillock and is a popular draw for the tourists.
Rameshwaram Shiva Temple, Jawahar Nagar, Srinagar:-

 The popular Shiva temple has religious significance and has associations with Hinduism, but also Sikhism.

Mamal Shiva Temple, Pahalgam: -

The popular Shiva temple is one that has exceptional popularity amongst the faithful devotees and the devotees throng the temple in spite of its ruined condition.
The Kheer Bhawani Temple of Srinagar has been a temple of special importance among the Kashmiri Brahmins and so does the city of Srinagar that is visited by many tourists. A temple is a place with immense natural beauty and thus is worth a visit.

How To Reach:-

By Air:-

Srinagar on the other hand has an enhanced connectivity through its airport that links Srinagar with the various airports across the country. Delhi,Chandigarh, Mumbai etc are all connected through Srinagar with a string of flights which are not expensive.Lying at a distance of 876 kms from the national capital at Delhi, The city of Srinagar is also connected through connecting international flights with a stop at Delhi..

By Rail:-

When approaching Srinagar by train, One must get off at the Jammu station which is 290 kms from the capital city. Jammu though has an excellent connectivity of trains particularly from Chennai, Delhi, Trivandrum and Bangalore which have direct connectivity to Jammu from where cabs and buses can be hired to reach Srinagar..

By Road:-

The Natinal Highway 1 – A connect Srinagar with the rest of the world
Accommodation
Srinagar is a tourist hotspot and hence has hotels fro every pocket, Once there, Hotels can be easily found.