Brick Temples

The marvelous architectural beauty of Brick Temples is found in the Kaithal district of Haryana. The origin of the Temples indicates their association with one of the ancient rulers of the bygone era. Believed to have been built by the King Shalivahana in the seventh century AD, the Temples are a major tourist attraction today.

The folk history of the Brick Temples of Haryana tells a rather interesting story which led to the formation of these holy shrines centuries back. Once the ruler of Kaithal, Shalivahana, was cursed to death. Terrified by the imminent danger, the King, at the tragic moment, somehow managed to touch the soil of the spot where he was standing. Just after this event he was relieved to find himself hail and hearty. Overwhelmed by the magical spell of the earth, the King decided to erect five Brick Temples on the very spot.

While only two Temples still stands with élan at Kaithal, the rubbles of the other three show the brilliant structural acumen of the past people who once established these marvelous symbols of piousness.

Designed in sync with the famous Ajanta Ellora temples, the Brick Temples were believed to have been made up of specially carved Bricks that have added an extra architectural elegance to the edifices. What sets apart the Brick Temples from other existing shrines of the place is the peak of the structures that are made to join in the form of a beehive.

The local devotees are always found offering prayers to the deities of the two remaining Brick Temples. The premises of the Temples are specially lit up and embellished with flowers on special festive occasions.

Welcoming people of all religions, the Brick Temples of Kaithal successfully carve a niche in the platform of sacred tourism in Haryana.