The temple of Bijli Mahadev is situated in the Kullu valley of Himachal Pradesh. The altitude at which the temple is situated is about 2,438 meter amidst a beautiful location. From this temple magnificent scenery of the valleys of Kullu and Parvati can be savored to one's full. This temple of Bijli Mahadev is considered one of the sacred Temples of Himachal Pradesh.
Since the Bijli Mahadev temple is located at such a high altitude, that it glistens like a needle in the bright sunlight. There goes an ancient belief that the priest of the temple has to restore the Shiva linga placed inside the temple after every lightening. It has been so believed by the devotees because it is thought that the Shiva linga shatters to pieces with the flash of lightening. There goes this eternal cycle of destruction and restoration of the Shiva linga in the temple of Bijli Mahadev. The Lord Shiva is believed to control the energy released by the atmosphere and thus protects the earth from destruction. Actually there is a 60 feet staff that is placed above the temple. This staff attracts the lightening which breaks the Shiva linga.
The Bijli Mahadev has become center where the devotees of Lord Shiva come to pay homage. It is considered to be a holy Pilgrim Center for the Hindus. The sacred temple is also visited by the tourists coming to the state of Himachal Pradesh. This temple situated in the lap of the hill can also be reached by trekking.
Last Updated on 27 March 2012
