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Jatoli Shiv Temple, Solan; Himachal Pradesh (India)

Jatoli Shiv Mandir

 

 The temple is dedicated to the Lord Shiva. Completing the construction work of the temple took 39 years. It is the highest temple of Asia with 111 feet height.



Campus: Jatoli Shiv Mandir, Solan


 Campus of the temple is spreaded  approximately in 600 metre. 

Following is the structure of the temple periphery:


Gateway

There is a very huge gate to enter the temple campus. It is beautifully designed with PoP.


The Temple

    Temple is made in South Indian style and it has 4 Shikhras.There is the Lord Shiva's crystal made Shivalinga  established into the temple. In front of the temple there is a Lord Shiva's ride Nandi and their devotees Bhoot Gana, is established in the form of statues.


The Cave

 On the campus of the temple, a historic cave is situated.  This cave is dedicated to Baba Swami Krishnanand Parmhans, he did here Tapasya and started the construction work of Jatoli temple.


Samadhi Sthal

There is a Samadhi Sthal of the Swami Krishananand Paramhans into the temple campus.


Pious Water

 It is local recognition that the pious water appearance in campus was come by the Tapasya of Swami Paramhans. There is also another Shivalinga established beside the water. 


Community Kitchen

Temple provides Bhandara every Sunday for their devotees, so there is a community kitchen established for making meals.


Shoes House

 Shoes house facility with benches and racks is provided for devotees.

  

Toilets & Bathrooms

A few metres away from the temple there are also toilets and bathrooms available.



 

Major Festival: Jatoli Shiv Temple


The major festival of the temple is ShivaRatri. On this day, the temple has a rush and a great feast is organised  the next day.




Location

 

Temple is situated beside the Rajgarh road. Jatoli is 7 km away from the solan city. 


Landmark

Jatoli Shiv Temple (itself) :)



At a Glance 


History: Jatoli Shiv Temple


 It is recognition that Lord Shiva is staying at this place for a night. This is the reason behind its name. Meaning of the Jatoli is 'Long Jataye of Lord Shiva'. After a long time Swami Krishananand came here for Tapasya and started the making process of Jatoli Temple.



How to Reach


(Following route is started from Kalka-Shimla National Highway)


Step-1 

Proceed to the Mall Road of Solan, through Saproon or Chambaghat Bypass.


Step-2

After going straight on Mall road take a turn for the Rajgarh road. 


Step-3

Finally, after 6 km on Rajgarh road you will find the Jatoli station, here is your destination.


Step-4 

Take the left hand side link road, this is the last step to go to Jatoli Temple Campus and feel the spirituality. :)



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