LAKSHMI NARAYAN TEMPLE (Himachal Pradesh)

Laxmi Narayan Temple is situated in Chamba of Himachal Pradesh. Lakshmi Narayan Temple was built by Sahil Verma in the 10th century. 

Laxmi Narayan Temple is the largest and oldest temple in Chamba. Laxmi Narayan Temple has been built in the Shikhara style. There is a group of six stone Sikhara temples. The three Sikhara temples are dedicated to Vishnu and the other three are dedicated to Shiva. The six Shikhara style temple is famous for its finely executed classical forms.

Laxmi Narayan Temple is the most famous temple of Chamba. Laxmi Narayan Temple is famous for its an architectural marvel and great historical significance. Wooden umbrella is built to keep the snowfall off the roofs. The wheel-shaped roof stops cold. Every ruler of Chamba added to the temple. The Radha-Krishnan temple was built by Rani Sarda. The Shiva Temple complex was built by Sahil Verma.

Importance of Lakshmi Narayan Temple

The image of Lord Vishnu was made of rare marble imported from Vindhyachal Mountains. The king sacrificed eight of his sons to get the marble for Lakshmi Narayan Temple. The king eldest son Yugkara succeeded to fetch the marble. King was attacked by the robbers but with the help of a saint the king managed to save himself. The great effort of the king the idol of the Lord could be made.