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Baba Bhalak Nath Mandir

Open Time : 9:00 am to 7:00 pm

Entry : Free

Address : Baba Balak Nath Temple, Deotsidh Road, Sidh Baba Balaknath Mandir Complex, Deotsidh, Himachal Pradesh, India

Why to visit Baba Bhalak Nath Mandir

Shri Baba Balak Nath shrine, a well-known pilgrimage destination in the north, is unique among temples because it is the major shrine for the local deity. The local deity is reputed to bestow favours on childless couples, making a visit here quite fortunate for them. To get to this shrine, visitors would have to ascend a short flight of stairs.

According to the temple's history, Baba Balaknath had three separate incarnations and was a devotee of Lord Shiva in each one of his births. Baba Balaknath worshipped Lord Shiva and even offered assistance to those who needed it. 

Tickets: No entry fee.

Opening Timings: 9 am to 7 pm.

Exploration Time: 30 mins-1 hour.

FAQ on Baba Bhalak Nath Mandir

How to reach Baba Bhalak Nath Mandir?

Deot Sidh is 150 kilometres from Chandigarh. Chandigarh is serviced by daily flights from Delhi and Bombay. Una Himachal, which is 50 kilometres from Deothsidh, is the closest railway station. There are daily trains running between Delhi and Una. There are routes from Una Himachal, Hamirpur, and Bilaspur by road that lead to the Baba Balaknath Ji Temple in DeotSidh. Regular interstate bus service runs along ShahTail as well.

When is the best time to visit Baba Bhalak Nath Mandir?

Holi (in March) and Navratri (in September and March) are the greatest times to visit the Deotsidh Temple, and the months of September to December are seen to be the best because of their pleasant weather.

What is the main thing you should keep in mind about Baba Bhalak Nath Mandir?

The fact that women are not allowed inside makes this temple stand out from the rest. This practise has drawn criticism from a lot of people, yet it is difficult to comprehend and articulate why. Some claim that entering this temple will damage women because it is an old one.

How many steps are there in Baba Balak Nath?

To get to Baba Balak Nath Temple, which is on Graner Hill and has statues of Lord Shiva and a sizable trishul, one must ascend roughly 250 stairs.

Special Tip

Accommodation options are available at Baba Bhalak Nath Mandir. Chaitr Malas, which last an entire month, are observed here annually from March 14 to April 13, so try visitinh during this time.

By Abhilasha Prasad

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