Shikhru Devta Temple, Rohru, Himachal Pradesh India

 Shikhru Devta Temple is a beautiful temple located in the heart of the town of Rohru, 115 km from Shimla in Himachal Pradesh. The deity of this temple is Shikhru Devta, who is deeply respected by the villagers. An annual fair is held here in the month of April every year and is a time of merriment to all the villagers.

Shikhru Devta Temple is a locally revered temple located at the heart of the Rohru town. The temple is dedicated to Shikhru Devta, a local Goddess held at high reverence. The location is the place where a famous annual fair is conducted. The fair attracts thousands during the month of April every year. The local populace believe that the Devta has wonderful devotional powers. Shikhru Devta Temple itself is located at an eye catching natural setting. The beautiful views surrounding valley and the aesthetic environment of the temple are very attractive for the pilgrims and the tourists visiting Rohru. The temple opens every days for worship.

The Shikari Devi temple is devoted to Shikari Devi , the Goddess reverred in the form of stone idol. Hunters in the area once prayed to the goddess for success in their hunt and here perhaps, lies the origin of the name "Shikari Devi". Interestingly, the temple which is said to have been in existence since the time of the Pandavas, has no roof . Temple is situated at the top of the hill and surrounded by thick Oak and Coniferous forests . The altitude is more than 3200 meter . From Janjehli , a picturesque village the distance of temple is 16 km and road passes through Shikari Devi Sanctuary .