The state of Himachal Pradesh is well-known for its spiritual faith and believed. It has been established in India named as “Devabhoomi”. A trip to Shimla for religious spirit will truly add a new phase in your life. You will find more than thousand temples as well as churches and Buddhist spotted in hill station Shimla. Further, each spiritual place catches the attention of thousands of parishioners and devotees.
The style and look of the temples and other religious places are quite traditional in Shimla. Additionally, every place of devotion has an interesting history behind it.
There are number of temples that are located in Shimla:
(a) Jakhoo temple – Jakhoo temple is situated at the top of hill station Shimla which is near from the ridge. This temple is dedicated to lord Hanuman. The main reason behind worship of this temple is footprint of lord Hanuman that is affixed at this temple.
(b) Bhimakali temple – Bhimakali temple is one of the main attractions of tourists in Shimla because it is made of wood with unique style. This temple is devoted to both Hinduism and Buddhism. Its wooden architecture represents it a great work of art.
(c) Kalibari temple – Kalibari temple is situated at a planned location and it is also count as best tourist attraction. This temple is dedicated to goddess Kali who is also known as Shyamala.
(d) Cherish church & St. Michael’s Cathedral – Cherish church & St. Michael’s Cathedral comes in one of the great masterpiece of Shimla. Both are quite beautiful and constructed. It is located near to ridge which makes easy for the people to reach there.
(e) Sankat Mochan temple – Sankat Mochan temple is situated on the kalka- the Shimla highway. This temple is a sign of peace and calm where one can go to fulfill his wishes.
