Bijli Mahadev Temple

One of India's most exquisite temples can be seen at Kullu.
Bijli Mahadev Temple stands out from all the other temples due to its serenity and scenic beauty. At 2460 metres above sea level, it can be found. The Lord Shiva is represented by a Shiva Lingam in this "Kash" style temple. After crossing the Beas River, it is simple to go to the temple. Kullu is 22 kilometres away from it. A panoramic view of the Paravati and Kullu valley is available from the higher hills surrounding the temple.

Bijli Mahadev's gleaming 60-foot staff may be seen from a considerable distance. This temple supposedly receives a lightning strike every year, according to mythology. The temple's name, Lightning Temple, derives from this. The lightning has warped where the Shiva Linga is. To get to this temple, you must first complete a 3 kilometre moderately arduous uphill hike. It is a simple hike for younger people.

• The temple contains a Shiva Linga. According to locals, the Linga gets split into pieces every year by thunder and lightning.The statue is rebuilt by residents and the priest using home-made butter.
• Many devotees travel from all across the country to pay their respects during the Shiv Ratri festival. Many celebrations are planned during that time.
• Outside the temple, people also worship various stones and statues.
  
  

• According to a mythology centred on the Bijli Mahadev Temple, Kulanta, a demon, formerly called the Kullu valley home. The demon travelled to Mathan village in Lahaul-Spiti in the shape of a huge snake. Kulanta wanted to flood the entire town because she had terrible plans. The demon snake continued to block the Bas river's flow as a result of its position. When Lord Shiva saw this, he quickly went to confront him. After a bloody struggle with Kulanta, Lord Shiva brutally killed the demon.

  Kulanta's entire body became into a big mountain after the demon serpent killed him. The valley was given the name Kullu as a result of Kulanta's passing.

• Another tale surrounding this location is connected to a puranic event in which Lord Shiva vanquished the powerful demon Jalandhar. Your curiosity about visiting this spiritual shrine would be piqued by these legends. You must explore the magnificent temples in Bangalore's Garden City. 

  You would have to climb more than 1000 stairs to get to this revered ancient temple. The Kullu Valley and the beautiful vista of the deodar trees will keep you going, so trust us when we say the climb is well worthwhile. When you reach the mountain's summit, a breathtaking 360-degree vista of the Kullu and Parvati valley will be waiting for you. A fair that attracts pilgrims takes place in the month of Shravana. 

The summer months are ideal for visiting Kullu. Due to snow and rain, the Bijli Mahadev temple is closed throughout the hard winter months. Ideally, you should travel between March and September.