Kangra
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Tour : KANGRA
Location : Himachal Pradesh
Altitude : 615m.
Attractions : Jawalamukhi, Kangra Fort, Brajeshwari Devi Temple
Best Time To Visit : Mid-May to Mid-October.
Location : Himachal Pradesh
Altitude : 615m.
Attractions : Jawalamukhi, Kangra Fort, Brajeshwari Devi Temple
Best Time To Visit : Mid-May to Mid-October.
Brajeshwari Devi Temple at Kangra
The Brajeshwari Devi temple, located in the old Kangra Township, is said to have been built over the charred breasts of Sati. This shrine, once renown for its great wealth, has been plundered relentlessly over the ages. The first of the plunderers was Mahmud of Ghazni, who looted it in 1009. A mosque was built on the ruins and a garrison was left behind. 35 years later, the local king regained its possession. The shrine was repaired and a replica of the idol was enshrined. The temple was filled with gold, silver and diamonds only to be ransacked again in 1360 by Firoz Tughlaq. Later Emperor Akbar visited the shrine with his Dewan, Todar Mal and restored it to its former grandeur. The temple was razed to the ground by an earthquake in 1905, but a new one came up the very same year, thanks to the Kangra Restoration Committee.
About Kangra
This was the first seat of Raja Sansar Chand II (1775-1823) .One of the ancient capital of powerful hill state-fort of Nagarkot(3km) stands as a mute witness to the ravages of conquerors from Mahmood of Ghazni to the Emperor Jehangir, and the disastrous earthquake of 1905. The place is now called “Purana Kangra”.2 km from the bus stand is the temple dedicated to the goddess Barjeshwari Devi. Known for its legendary wealth it was invaded in 1009 AD by who departed with King’s ransom in gold, silver and jewels. Earthquake of 1905 destroyed it completely. Rebuilt in the present form in 1920, it continues to be a busy palace of pilgrimage. Old Jain temple and Gupt Ganga are the other attraction of the town. Jayanti Devi temple is 7 km and the Kangra mandir railway station 3 km from the main bus stand Mahmud of Ghazni.
Kangra Fort :
History Unfold – Kangra Fort
The ancient fort of Kangra was constructed by Raja Bhumi Chand, founder of Katoch Dynasty. Situated at a height of 350 feet above sea – level, the fort of Kangra had been the center of attraction for the rulers of Northern India. The legend says that the fort witnesses many attacks by the invaders over the period of time. The first attack was made by the King of Kashmir ‘Shreshtha’ in 470 A.D, and finally In 1846 Kangra fort fell into the hands of the British Empire. The King of Katoch Dynasty held court here for almost 25 years. Today, Kangra fort remains as a monument of Kangra Valley that attracts huge number of tourists for its huge art galleries and museum.
The ancient fort of Kangra was constructed by Raja Bhumi Chand, founder of Katoch Dynasty. Situated at a height of 350 feet above sea – level, the fort of Kangra had been the center of attraction for the rulers of Northern India. The legend says that the fort witnesses many attacks by the invaders over the period of time. The first attack was made by the King of Kashmir ‘Shreshtha’ in 470 A.D, and finally In 1846 Kangra fort fell into the hands of the British Empire. The King of Katoch Dynasty held court here for almost 25 years. Today, Kangra fort remains as a monument of Kangra Valley that attracts huge number of tourists for its huge art galleries and museum.
Architecture
The Kangra fort is a blend of medieval and ancient form of architecture, that can be well depicted every where inside the fort. The fort is spread over a large area and is guarded by high ramparts and the massive wall. The huge gates, the typical of medieval architecture, showcases the name of their conquerors who captured the fort from time to time. The outer structure of the fort was built using black-sandstone, the remains of which could be still found out in the fort premises.
The Kangra fort is a blend of medieval and ancient form of architecture, that can be well depicted every where inside the fort. The fort is spread over a large area and is guarded by high ramparts and the massive wall. The huge gates, the typical of medieval architecture, showcases the name of their conquerors who captured the fort from time to time. The outer structure of the fort was built using black-sandstone, the remains of which could be still found out in the fort premises.
Location : The fort is at the beginning of Kangra town. The fort stands on a steep rock in Purana Kangra (translates to Old Kangra) dominating the surrounding valley, built strategically at the “sangam” confluence (places where two rivers meet) of Banganga and Majhi rivers. It is said that Kangra belongs to one who owns the fort.
Kangra Fort
How To Reach
By Air
Kangra airport is at a distance of seven kilometre from the town. It has straight flights to Delhi.
By Rail
The closest broad gauge railhead is located at Pathankot which is 86 km away. You can get a small train to kangra also from pathankot.
By Road
Roadways connect Kangra to numerous other destinations in the state. Dharamshala is just 18 km away.
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