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Hidimba Devi Temple Manali - Siyal Road, Siyal, Manali (175131), Mandi Division, Himachal Pradesh, India, Himachal Pradesh - Main view showing Kath-Kuni architecture style, Pahari architecture style, Western Himalayan Temple architecture style, Nagara architecture style temple from Rajput Period
Hidimba Devi Temple Manali - Siyal Road, Siyal, Manali (175131), Mandi Division, Himachal Pradesh, India, Himachal Pradesh - Detailed architectural view of temple with Kath-Kuni architecture style, Pahari architecture style, Western Himalayan Temple architecture style, Nagara architecture style design elements
Hidimba Devi Temple Manali - Siyal Road, Siyal, Manali (175131), Mandi Division, Himachal Pradesh, India, Himachal Pradesh - Detailed architectural view of temple with Kath-Kuni architecture style, Pahari architecture style, Western Himalayan Temple architecture style, Nagara architecture style design elements
Hidimba Devi Temple Manali - Siyal Road, Siyal, Manali (175131), Mandi Division, Himachal Pradesh, India, Himachal Pradesh - Detailed architectural view of temple with Kath-Kuni architecture style, Pahari architecture style, Western Himalayan Temple architecture style, Nagara architecture style design elements
Hidimba Devi Temple Manali - Siyal Road, Siyal, Manali (175131), Mandi Division, Himachal Pradesh, India, Himachal Pradesh - Detailed architectural view of temple with Kath-Kuni architecture style, Pahari architecture style, Western Himalayan Temple architecture style, Nagara architecture style design elements
Hidimba Devi Temple Manali - Siyal Road, Siyal, Manali (175131), Mandi Division, Himachal Pradesh, India, Himachal Pradesh - Detailed architectural view of temple with Kath-Kuni architecture style, Pahari architecture style, Western Himalayan Temple architecture style, Nagara architecture style design elements
Hidimba Devi Temple Manali - Siyal Road, Siyal, Manali (175131), Mandi Division, Himachal Pradesh, India, Himachal Pradesh - Detailed architectural view of temple with Kath-Kuni architecture style, Pahari architecture style, Western Himalayan Temple architecture style, Nagara architecture style design elements
Hidimba Devi Temple Manali - Siyal Road, Siyal, Manali (175131), Mandi Division, Himachal Pradesh, India, Himachal Pradesh - Detailed architectural view of temple with Kath-Kuni architecture style, Pahari architecture style, Western Himalayan Temple architecture style, Nagara architecture style design elements
Hidimba Devi Temple Manali - Siyal Road, Siyal, Manali (175131), Mandi Division, Himachal Pradesh, India, Himachal Pradesh - Detailed architectural view of temple with Kath-Kuni architecture style, Pahari architecture style, Western Himalayan Temple architecture style, Nagara architecture style design elements
Hidimba Devi Temple Manali - Siyal Road, Siyal, Manali (175131), Mandi Division, Himachal Pradesh, India, Himachal Pradesh - Main view showing Kath-Kuni architecture style, Pahari architecture style, Western Himalayan Temple architecture style, Nagara architecture style temple from Rajput Period
Hidimba Devi Temple Manali - Siyal Road, Siyal, Manali (175131), Mandi Division, Himachal Pradesh, India, Himachal Pradesh - Detailed architectural view of temple with Kath-Kuni architecture style, Pahari architecture style, Western Himalayan Temple architecture style, Nagara architecture style design elements
Hidimba Devi Temple Manali - Siyal Road, Siyal, Manali (175131), Mandi Division, Himachal Pradesh, India, Himachal Pradesh - Detailed architectural view of temple with Kath-Kuni architecture style, Pahari architecture style, Western Himalayan Temple architecture style, Nagara architecture style design elements
Hidimba Devi Temple Manali - Siyal Road, Siyal, Manali (175131), Mandi Division, Himachal Pradesh, India, Himachal Pradesh - Detailed architectural view of temple with Kath-Kuni architecture style, Pahari architecture style, Western Himalayan Temple architecture style, Nagara architecture style design elements
Hidimba Devi Temple Manali - Siyal Road, Siyal, Manali (175131), Mandi Division, Himachal Pradesh, India, Himachal Pradesh - Detailed architectural view of temple with Kath-Kuni architecture style, Pahari architecture style, Western Himalayan Temple architecture style, Nagara architecture style design elements
Hidimba Devi Temple Manali - Siyal Road, Siyal, Manali (175131), Mandi Division, Himachal Pradesh, India, Himachal Pradesh - Detailed architectural view of temple with Kath-Kuni architecture style, Pahari architecture style, Western Himalayan Temple architecture style, Nagara architecture style design elements
Hidimba Devi Temple Manali - Siyal Road, Siyal, Manali (175131), Mandi Division, Himachal Pradesh, India, Himachal Pradesh - Detailed architectural view of temple with Kath-Kuni architecture style, Pahari architecture style, Western Himalayan Temple architecture style, Nagara architecture style design elements
Hidimba Devi Temple Manali - Siyal Road, Siyal, Manali (175131), Mandi Division, Himachal Pradesh, India, Himachal Pradesh - Detailed architectural view of temple with Kath-Kuni architecture style, Pahari architecture style, Western Himalayan Temple architecture style, Nagara architecture style design elements
Hidimba Devi Temple Manali - Siyal Road, Siyal, Manali (175131), Mandi Division, Himachal Pradesh, India, Himachal Pradesh - Detailed architectural view of temple with Kath-Kuni architecture style, Pahari architecture style, Western Himalayan Temple architecture style, Nagara architecture style design elements
Hidimba Devi Temple Manali - Siyal Road, Siyal, Manali (175131), Mandi Division, Himachal Pradesh, India, Himachal Pradesh - Main view showing Kath-Kuni architecture style, Pahari architecture style, Western Himalayan Temple architecture style, Nagara architecture style temple from Rajput Period
Hidimba Devi Temple Manali - Siyal Road, Siyal, Manali (175131), Mandi Division, Himachal Pradesh, India, Himachal Pradesh - Detailed architectural view of temple with Kath-Kuni architecture style, Pahari architecture style, Western Himalayan Temple architecture style, Nagara architecture style design elements
Hidimba Devi Temple Manali - Siyal Road, Siyal, Manali (175131), Mandi Division, Himachal Pradesh, India, Himachal Pradesh - Detailed architectural view of temple with Kath-Kuni architecture style, Pahari architecture style, Western Himalayan Temple architecture style, Nagara architecture style design elements
Hidimba Devi Temple Manali - Siyal Road, Siyal, Manali (175131), Mandi Division, Himachal Pradesh, India, Himachal Pradesh - Detailed architectural view of temple with Kath-Kuni architecture style, Pahari architecture style, Western Himalayan Temple architecture style, Nagara architecture style design elements
Hidimba Devi Temple Manali - Siyal Road, Siyal, Manali (175131), Mandi Division, Himachal Pradesh, India, Himachal Pradesh - Detailed architectural view of temple with Kath-Kuni architecture style, Pahari architecture style, Western Himalayan Temple architecture style, Nagara architecture style design elements
Hidimba Devi Temple Manali - Siyal Road, Siyal, Manali (175131), Mandi Division, Himachal Pradesh, India, Himachal Pradesh - Detailed architectural view of temple with Kath-Kuni architecture style, Pahari architecture style, Western Himalayan Temple architecture style, Nagara architecture style design elements
Hidimba Devi Temple Manali - Siyal Road, Siyal, Manali (175131), Mandi Division, Himachal Pradesh, India, Himachal Pradesh - Detailed architectural view of temple with Kath-Kuni architecture style, Pahari architecture style, Western Himalayan Temple architecture style, Nagara architecture style design elements
Hidimba Devi Temple Manali - Siyal Road, Siyal, Manali (175131), Mandi Division, Himachal Pradesh, India, Himachal Pradesh - Detailed architectural view of temple with Kath-Kuni architecture style, Pahari architecture style, Western Himalayan Temple architecture style, Nagara architecture style design elements
Hidimba Devi Temple Manali - Siyal Road, Siyal, Manali (175131), Mandi Division, Himachal Pradesh, India, Himachal Pradesh - Detailed architectural view of temple with Kath-Kuni architecture style, Pahari architecture style, Western Himalayan Temple architecture style, Nagara architecture style design elements
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Siyal Road, Siyal, Manali (175131), Mandi Division, Himachal Pradesh, India, Himachal Pradesh
Built 1553 CE

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The construction of the Hidimba Devi Temple in 1553 CE by Raja Bahadur Singh of Kullu marked a significant moment in the consolidation of the Kullu kingdom and the assertion of its distinct regional identity. During his reign (c. 1532-1559 CE), Raja Bahadur Singh was instrumental in expanding and stabilizing the Kullu Valley, and the temple's elaborate Kath-Kuni architecture, a sophisticated blend of timber and stone, showcased the artistic and engineering prowess available under his patronage. This period saw the formalization of many local cults into a more structured religious landscape, with temples like Hidimba Devi becoming central to the socio-political fabric, reflecting the ruler's devotion and his subjects' spiritual alignment. Beyond its initial construction, the temple's unique architectural style, characterized by its four-tiered pagoda roof and intricately carved wooden facades, became an influential prototype for subsequent temple constructions in the Western Himalayas. Its design principles, emphasizing resilience against seismic activity and adaptation to the mountainous terrain, represent a pinnacle of Pahari architectural innovation. The temple's historical trajectory also reflects the changing power dynamics in the region, from the independent Rajput principalities to the eventual influence of British rule, which, while documenting the site, largely preserved its indigenous character, allowing its historical narrative to remain deeply rooted in local traditions rather than external impositions.

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Built in the Kath-Kuni architecture style, Pahari architecture style, Western Himalayan Temple architecture style, Nagara architecture style style, showcasing traditional construction methods and artistic craftsmanship.

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