Awantipora tehsil · Jammu and Kashmir
Avanti Swami Temple
The ruins of a 9th-century temple complex on the Jhelum at Awantipora in Kashmir, built under King Avantivarman.
Jammu and Kashmir · Temple listing
Ancient Temple at Ladhoo
01 · Discover
History & tradition
The Ancient Temple at Ladhoo stands in the middle of a spring-fed pond known as Sanz Haer Nag or Sanyasar Nag, in Ladhoo village in the Pulwama district of the Kashmir Valley, about 18 km from Srinagar. It is listed among the Monuments of National Importance in Jammu and Kashmir. The temple is square outside and circular inside, and its entrance, facing south-west, has an arch topped by a pediment. It is dated to about the 8th century CE. The monument, its pond and a small park are maintained by the Archaeological Survey of India.
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Deity & dedicationShiva
Heritage statusMonument of National Importance, Water Heritage Site
Opening hoursCurrent opening hours are not confirmed in this guide. Check with the temple before travelling.
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02 · Before you go
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03 · Getting there
Map & route
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Ancient Temple at Ladhoo
Pulwama district, Jammu and Kashmir
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04 · At the temple
Darshan & customs
Darshan
Opening & entry
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Local traditions
Dress & etiquette
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- Wikidata — structured place recordRetrieved 2026-11-12
- Wikipedia — further readingChecked 2026-11-12