Basheshwar Mahadev Temple, Kullu

Basheshwar Mahadev Temple is located in the village of Bajura of the Kullu district on the National Highway 21 at a distance of 15 km from the town. The temple, situated on the banks of river Beas, is known for its stone carvings, sculptures and shikharas or towers which are flat topped.

The temple enshrines a large idol of the Yoni Lingam which represents Shiva, the Hindu god of destruction, and his consort, Goddess Parvati. Floriated scrollwork decorate the exterior of the temple while intricate stone carvings the inside. Small shrines of Vishnu, the Hindu god of preservation, Lakshmi, the Hindu goddess of wealth and prosperity, Durga, the embodiment of feminine force in the Hindu religion, and Ganesha, the Hindu elephant-god, can be seen outside the temple.