Ancient idol found

April 5, 2023

An ancient idol was found in Bhalthi Narayan temple in the Lug valley region during excavation in Kullu district.
Kahika festival is to be organised in the temple this year after 30 years.
The work of constructing the retaining wall and renovating the temple premises was underway when the idol was found.
It is said that such an idol is also present in the religious town of Manikaran, which dates back to the 16th century.
This idol is believed to be of the deity Bhalthi Narayan from the 16th century.
There are hundreds of temples of Gods and Goddesses in Kullu and sculptures and artefacts are found during excavation around these temples.
Some temples here are believed to have been constructed by the Pandavas during the period of their exile.
About two months ago, an ancient idol was found from the temple premises of the deity Jwani Mahadev in Neuli in Kharal valley, adjacent Kullu town.