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Himachal Pradesh · Temple listing
Lakshana Devi Temple, Bharmour
01 · Discover
History & tradition
The Lakshana Devi Temple is in Bharmour, the old capital of the Chamba region in Himachal Pradesh, set in the Himalayas along the Ravi river. It is dedicated to Durga in her Mahishasuramardini form and is dated to the second half of the 7th century, which makes it the oldest surviving structure in the town. The roof and walls have been repaired many times and the building looks modest from outside, but its carved wooden doorway, interior and ceiling preserve the art of the late Gupta style. An inscription in late Gupta script below the brass image of the goddess confirms its age.
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Deity & dedicationDurga
ArchitectureHindu temple architecture
Heritage statusMonument of National Importance
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02 · Before you go
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03 · Getting there
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Lakshana Devi Temple, Bharmour
Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh
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04 · At the temple
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- Wikidata — structured place recordRetrieved 2026-11-12
- Wikipedia — further readingChecked 2026-11-12