The deeper you go, the better you know! This phase stands perfect for Sameli’s Baglamukhi Temple. The temple is dedicated to the goddess Bagalamukhi who is also called Maa Pitambari in north India. Bagalamukhi is one of the ten forms of the wise Devi, symbolizing a potent female primeval force.
While the temple is spread on a large piece of land, you will love the anonymity and forget the restless city life. Apart from spirituality, you will admire the structure of the temple that is chosen to inculcate in the mode of Shikhara architecture. The other main temples dedicated to Bagalamukhi or Bagala Devi are located at Kamakhya Temple, Guwahati, and Assam.
The shrine is dedicated to one of the ten Mahavidyas of the Supreme Goddess as per Shaktism. Devotees visit the temple with hopes of getting their wishes fulfilled, cases won, exams passed or life otherwise to be happy and successful. It is said that anything asked for after performing Homagni and Yajna at the temple is granted.
The beauty of Sameli takes a new look from September to December. Thus, if you wish to visit Baglamukhi Temple and admire the serenity of Kangra Valley, plan a visit during these months. The weather is pleasant, neither too hot nor too cold at this time, perfect to explore and enjoy a trip to this lovely temple. If you wish to get proper darshan of the deity, avoid visiting the temple on Thursdays. Plan a visit before noon as at this time, the temple is crowd-free.
Baglamukhi Temple is one of the significant temples in Himachal Pradesh. Here's the list of things to do near Baglamukhi Temple.
Did you know the secret of the yellow-hued walls of the temple? There is a purpose to layering up the walls of the temple in yellow color. It is believed that the yellow color is the favorite color of the deity Baglamukhi.
The architecture of Masroor Rock-cut Temple is definitely its most praiseworthy feature. The explorers, historians, and the new-age architect can get a glance at this amazing piece of art and then relish it for years.
Many celebrations and festivals, like Navratri, Guru Purnima, Vasant Panchami, and other special pujas and aartis are performed in Maa Baglamukhi Temple.
One thing that sets this temple apart from other temples in the area is the ongoing Hawan and prayers in the temple. It is believed that the entire Universe is contained in Devi Baglamukhi. Thus, offering prayers and Hawan to the deity is the best way to seek her blessings. People from far and wide areas visit the temple to seek her blessings to win a legal case, solve family and land matters, attain Riddhi Siddhi, Nava Graha peace, and more.
You will never get bored while capturing the beautiful scenery from nature in Sameli. Not just roam around, bask in its glory.
Devotees gather to offer yellow sweets to the deity. They themselves dress in yellow clothes. The whole scene looks so charismatic with hues of yellow all around.
Baglamukhi Temple in the Bankhedi village of Kangra District in Himachal Pradesh can be accessed through airways, roadways, and railways.
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The roads in the Kangra Valley of Himachal Pradesh are in good condition and well-maintained. There are curves and a few hairpin bends that will give you an adrenaline rush while traveling on a bus. Catch a bus from Dharamshala that will take you closest to the temple. If you have taken any other route to reach this temple, you may have to get down at Dehra and wait for another bus that will take you closest to this temple. After deboarding the bus, you need to hire a cab or taxi to reach the temple.
48 trains run from different parts of the country to Kangra District. The nearest railhead is Kangra Mandir Railway Station in Halehr Khurd in Himachal Pradesh. The railhead is well-connected with other major parts of the country.
The Kangra or Gaggal Airport has numerous flights to and from New Delhi and other parts of the country.
If you wish to offer prayers to the deity but wish to avoid crowds, avoid visiting the temple on a Thursday. Monday, the temple is closed. When visiting the temple, make it a point to enjoy amazing langar, a service provided by the temple trust.
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