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Himani-Chamunda
temple is trekkers' joy
by Hemant Chauhan
Dharamshala: Despite unpredictable weather and arduous trek, a visit to Himani-Chamunda temple in Kangra valley remains a gala experience for a large number of people arriving here. One feels great travelling to the Himani-Chamunda temple. It is an incomparable experience to feel the nature at its best covered with snow-caped Himalayan range in the background. Pilgrims find the journey to the shrine as adventurous. "I like trekking. I generally go for trekking though it's rainy season. Anytime. rain can come and in the hills, it gets cold after the rains. Because of the temple I have come here trekking. So, it's a dual purpose kind of a thing," said Rakesh Sharma, a trekker.
However, the general opinion remains that the government has not capitalised
on this unique thrilling experience. "Unfortunately, no one can assess
how one has reached this place. If the government makes an optimum use
of this place, it will become a famous pilgrimage centre. It will also
be the shortest route for trekkers to reach Ladakh," said P.D Saini, Trustee
of Himani-Chamunda Temple Committee. Chamunda temple is situated on the
banks of the River Baner in Kangra District of Himachal Pradesh. Dedicated
to Goddess Durga, also known as Chamunda, the surroundings of the temple
provide an excellent venue for meditation and spiritual retreat. A trek
to Himani-Chamunda temple offers is a journey through Mother Nature at
her best, and one can have a fascinating view of the mountains, rivers
and forests.
-Aug 24, 2006
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