Distance from near by city 15 kilometers from KulluTrip duration (including travel in hours)1 - 2 hoursTransportation OptionsSedan - AC (4+1), SUV - AC (7+1), Tempo Traveller - AC (12+1)Travel Tips Camera should carry for some beautiful pictures. The location if this pilgrimage is on the banks of Beas River and about 15 km away from Kullu. This majestic pilgrimage is famous as Basheshwar Mahadev Temple which is tribute to Lord Shiva. Some people also called VishweshwaraMahadev Temple. It is the largest The temple is built in a pyramid style. Situated in the laps of the Himalayas, it is nature’s Paradise.
Besides that the Basheshwar Mahadev Temple has a large ¨Yoni-Lingam¨ idol which represents Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, Shiva´s Wife. The idols of other Hindu Gods, such as Lord Vishnu, Ganesha, DurgaMaa, and Goddess Laxmi are also inside the temple indeed. It is among the religious places to visit in Kullu.
The location of Basheshwar Mahadev Temple is in Bajaura Village. This is actually on NH 21 is very famous for its stone carvings. This is an ancient temple. There is a belief that built in the 8th Century. The exterior part of the temple has sculptured with floral designs while the interior has fine stone cravings.
During winters, this place receives snowfall. Tourists visiting the temple enjoy playing with snow after offering prayers to Lord Shiva. The Mahadev Temple should add in the KULLU MANALI TOUR PACKAGE for sure.
