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Trilokinath Temple
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This ancient hill top shrine is also noted for its fine wood carving. This temple is 15 km from Udaipur on the pattern of Lalitaditya of Kashmir(725-756 AD)Most of the portion of the temple is of much later period. In the centre of the compound is a stone image of Bull – Nandi. The temple which is sacred to Hindus and Buddhists has a white marble image of the Avalokiteshvara. Every year in the month of August, Pauri festival is celebrated for three days, Hindus and Buddhists both offer prayer. The silver idol of Kali in her aspect as Mahishasurmardini was installed by Thakur Himpala in 1959-60. |
| Mrikula Devi Temple | Built in 15 th century by the ruler of Chamba, this temple has exquiste wood carving and an image of Mahishasuramardini. |
