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Chaurasi (84) Temples Bharmour

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Post published:September 28, 2012
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Chaurasi (84) Temples complex is located in the center of Bharmour town and it holds immense religious importance because of temples built around 1400 years ago. Life of people in Bharmour centres around the temple complex-Chaurasi, named so because of 84 shrines built in the periphery of Chaurasi Temple.

Chaurasi is hindi word for number eighty four. The beautiful shikhara style temple of Manimahesh occupies the center of the complex. It is believed that when 84 Siddhas, who had come from kurukshetra, were passing through Bharmour to visit Manimahesh, they fell in love with the calmness of Bharmour and reconciled to meditate here. Chaurasi Temple Complex was built approximately in 7th century, although repairs of many temples have been carried out in later period.

There is another legend associated with Chaurasi temple complex. It is believed that shortly after Sahil Varman’s accession of Brahampura (ancient name of Bharmour), 84 yogis visited this place. They were greatly pleased with the King’s hospitality. As King had no heir, Yogis promised him ten sons. They were requested by the King to stay back in Brahampura till the prediction of Yogis was fulfilled. In due course of time the king was blessed with ten sons and a daughter. Daughter was named Champavati and because of liking of Champavati new capital Chamba was established. It is believed that Chaurasi temple complex in Bharmour was built to honour these 84 Yogis and named Chaurasi after them. There are 84 big and small temples in Chaurasi temple complex. Chaurasi is a spacious level ground in center of Bharmour where the galaxy of temples mostly in the form of Shivlingas exists. The Chaurasi Temple Complex offers a delightful, clean and a scenic view.

Main attraction of Chaurasi (84) temple complex are:

Ganesha Temple
Lakshana devi (Lakhna devi) Temple
Swami Kartik (kelang) Temple
Manimahesh temple belonging to Lord Shiva
Maa Chamunda Temple
Hanuman Temple
Maa Sheetla Temple
Dharameshwar Mahadev temple which belongs to Lord Dharamraj only one in the whole world
Nandi temple
Jai Krishan Giriji temple
Nar Singh temple
Ard Ganga -holy Pond which is used for holy bath on the occasion of Janamashtami.
Trameshwar Mahadev, Moniling Mahadev, Suryaling Mahadev, Gyarahrudhra Mahadev.

Kangna Ranaut on visiting Chaurasi Temples (84 temples)

Today, I visited the Mandi constituency, specifically Bharmour in Chamba, where I introduced myself to the locals. I had the opportunity to visit the famous Chaurasi Temple complex, which hosts 84 temples. Historians believe these temples date back to the 7th century, but locals feel they have been here since time immemorial. I was fortunate to witness an ancient Shiva Linga, and it felt as though Lord Shambhu himself was present. It was my first time seeing a temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu’s incarnation, Narasimha, and the priests informed me that there is the only temple in the world dedicated to Lord Dharmaraj. I also visited Lord Dharmaraj’s temple.

There, I learned about the mysteries of life after death, what it looks like when humans present themselves in Dharmaraj’s court, the kind of images depicted, and how the court is held—many secrets are described here.

I wore a dress of the Chamba shepherd community and received many compliments. I love everything about Chamba—its beauty, culture, people, attire, food, and music. I pray that I remain victorious and develop a deep connection with Chamba.
Kangana Ranaut