Tirthan Valley: Bahu, Jibhi, Banjar & Chehni Kothi
Prayers and rituals for Shringi Rishi Devta at Chehni.
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Palanquin of Shringi Rishi Devta, Chehni.
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Dev Bhandar, Chehni.
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Chehni Kothi, a tower temple cum fort, is believed to be 1500 years old and is built entirely of stone and wood in the traditional Himachali Kath-Kuni architectural style. It was originally 15 storeys tall. An earthquake in 1905, however, destroyed its top five floors. Chehni Kothi is considered the tallest heritage structure in Himachal Pradesh. According to locals, the twin towers are residences of Gods and are stocked with ancient treasure. Consequently, they don't permit entry of outsiders inside either of the two towers.
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Stunning view of Deodar forests, traditional Himachali houses and fields. Chehni
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People congregate for the ceremony. Chehni.
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Steps, carved out of a single piece of wood. Chehni Kothi, a tower temple cum fort, is believed to be 1500 years old and is built entirely of stone and wood in the traditional Himachali Kath-Kuni architectural style. It was originally 15 storeys tall. An earthquake in 1905, however, destroyed its top five floors. Chehni Kothi is considered the tallest heritage structure in Himachal Pradesh. According to locals, the twin towers are residences of Gods and are stocked with ancient treasure. Consequently, they don't permit entry of outsiders inside either of the two towers.
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Locals offering obeisance to Shringi Rishi Devta. Chehni.
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Stunning structure, indeed! Chehni Kothi, a tower temple cum fort, is believed to be 1500 years old and is built entirely of stone and wood in the traditional Himachali Kath-Kuni architectural style. It was originally 15 storeys tall. An earthquake in 1905, however, destroyed its top five floors. Chehni Kothi is considered the tallest heritage structure in Himachal Pradesh. According to locals, the twin towers are residences of Gods and are stocked with ancient treasure. Consequently, they don't permit entry of outsiders inside either of the two towers.
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One can only marvel at the structure. Chehni Kothi, a tower temple cum fort, is believed to be 1500 years old and is built entirely of stone and wood in the traditional Himachali Kath-Kuni architectural style. It was originally 15 storeys tall. An earthquake in 1905, however, destroyed its top five floors. Chehni Kothi is considered the tallest heritage structure in Himachal Pradesh. According to locals, the twin towers are residences of Gods and are stocked with ancient treasure. Consequently, they don't permit entry of outsiders inside either of the two towers.
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Shringi Rishi Devta. Chehni.
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A close-up of the top storeys of Dev Bhandar. Chehni.
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Playing cards is a popular pastime in these parts. Chehni.
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A local man who was a bit surprised to learn we were visiting all the way from Mumbai. Chehni.
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Another view of Chehni Kothi. Chehni Kothi, a tower temple cum fort, is believed to be 1500 years old and is built entirely of stone and wood in the traditional Himachali Kath-Kuni architectural style. It was originally 15 storeys tall. An earthquake in 1905, however, destroyed its top five floors. Chehni Kothi is considered the tallest heritage structure in Himachal Pradesh. According to locals, the twin towers are residences of Gods and are stocked with ancient treasure. Consequently, they don't permit entry of outsiders inside either of the two towers.
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How's that for a residence? Chehni
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Another view of Chehni Kothi. Chehni Kothi, a tower temple cum fort, is believed to be 1500 years old and is built entirely of stone and wood in the traditional Himachali Kath-Kuni architectural style. It was originally 15 storeys tall. An earthquake in 1905, however, destroyed its top five floors. Chehni Kothi is considered the tallest heritage structure in Himachal Pradesh. According to locals, the twin towers are residences of Gods and are stocked with ancient treasure. Consequently, they don't permit entry of outsiders inside either of the two towers.
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Green fields dazzling at sunset. Chehni
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The kid, whom we encountered during our descent, was delighted to meet us. Chehni.
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Lush green fields and forest around Chehni
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Tirthan Valley - Banjar region at sunset.
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Tirthan Valley - Banjar region at sunset.
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Apple orchard at sunset. Chehni - Bihar area.
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Back to Bihar village. Tirthan Valley - Banjar region in the background.
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Back to Bihar village. Tirthan Valley - Banjar region in the background.
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Kids playing in Bihar village. Tirthan Valley - Banjar region in the background.
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Kids playing in Bihar village. Tirthan Valley - Banjar region in the background.
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