 Kailash
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Is another famous pilgrimage of the area which is considered an important Hindu pilgrimage. Mela Pat symbolises victory of local Raja over Emperor Akbar. Local folk and talent is displayed at this festival. |
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| Kailash Kund | People Taking Bath at Kailash Kund |
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| Gupt Ganga and Vasukinag |
Vasuki Nag Temple at Bhadarwah |
The other two pilgrimages, which are held around the same period, revolve around historically important and religiously significant temple of Gupt Ganga and Vasukinag. The Gupt Ganga temple is said to be connected with Pandavas. It is said that during Agyatvas, Pandavas spent a few days here in the land of snakes. A big foot print can be seen on one of the rocks of this temple and it is attributed to be that of "Bhim Sen". The temple of Vasukinag, has single stone piece idol of lord Vasukinag, belonging to 11th century. These fairs/festivals/yatras and celebrations hold a bright promise for good pilgrim tourism. |
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View of Gupt Ganga at Bhadarwah |
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| Reushra |
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| Is a majestic peak having a height of 11,000 feet. One one side is situated the sleepy valley of Jai and humming valley of Chinta while on other side is the hitherto unexplored region of Chiralla. Reushira peak is beset with ancient temple of Goddess Durga. Thousands of devotees visit the temple to offer prayers, especially during Navratras. | |
| Zumum Palmar |
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Located five kms. on hill-side from Kuriya Palmar, is a beautiful spot amidst natural scenery, lushgreen meadows and dense forests. Ziarat Sharief of Zen Shah Shaib is situated near this spot which is visited by a large number of devotees from the district. |
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| Sarthal |
Sarthal Temple, Kishtwar |
Is situated 18 kms. from Kishtwar, has a famous temple of Devi Athara Bhuja in a cave. It is believed that the Goddess had come from Hari Parbat (Kashmir) via Singhpora pass and took rest in the cave.The fire dance or waling on fire, which is held in July and August, is unique in itself to witness. |
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| Machail |
Machail Temple Padder |
Machail is a two-day journey from Atholi (Paddar) via Gulabgarh with a night halt at Chashoti. The famous Machail Yatra from Bhadarwah and ends at Machail where the famous shrine of Chandi Mata is located. Trekkers can continue their journey ahead of Machail with a night halt at Rujwass of Zanskar, Paddam and Kargil. |
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