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Nestled in a towering deodar cedar forest, the Hadimba Temple (also called Dhungri Temple) is a unique four-story wooden pagoda built in 1553 AD, dedicated to Hadimba Devi — wife of Bhima from the Mahabharata. Unlike any other Indian temple, its architecture resembles Japanese pagodas with intricate wood carvings of animals, dancers, and deities covering its doorframe. The surrounding forest of ancient cedars creates a mystical atmosphere, with dappled sunlight filtering through the canopy. It remains an active place of worship and a beloved Manali landmark.
What makes this place special
The temple's entrance features extraordinarily detailed wood carvings from 1553 — animals, celestial figures, dancers, and mythological scenes in an art style unique to this region.
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The temple sits within a grove of ancient Himalayan cedar trees, some over 300 years old, creating an atmospheric cathedral-like canopy.
The four-story wooden pagoda with a cone-shaped roof is architecturally unique in India, more closely resembling Tibetan and Japanese temple designs.