Bijli Mahadev Temple, Kullu, Himachal Pradesh India

Placed at a height of 2460 meter is Bijli Mahadev, a sacred destination, 14 km to thesouth-east of Kullu and a three km trek from Mansari village. A beautiful meadow with an ancient Shiva temple, famous for its stone Shiva-Linga which shatters (it is believed)each time lightning strikes it, only to be resurrected by the Pujari. The prospect from Bijli Mahadev is enthralling with a panaromic view of the Kullu & Manikaran valleys. It is a fovourite spot for visitors and the local populace alike. One can also visit the Palani fall which lies six km to the north of Bijli Mahadev and is a popular picnic spot. If visit the fall in March, take a stop at the fair which is held there annually during this month.

This is one of the most striking temple in Kullu, where 20 metre tall image is supposed to attract special blessings from the skies in the shape of lightning. From the temple a panoramic view of Kulu and Paravati valleys can be seen. A 60 feet high staff of Bijli Mahadev temple glistens like a silver needle in the sun. in this temple of lightening it is said, the tall staff attracts the divine blessings in the form of lightening. The rest of the story can be heard from the priest, which is un-believable but true..