Mamleshwar Mahadev Temple
Mamleshwar Mahadev Karsog is a very famous
temple located in Karsog town in Mandi. It is one of the renowned pilgrimages
and is the oldest one in the district of Himachal. This temple has a beautiful
Shivlinga installed in the centre and Idols of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati
and all Rudras on the main sanctum. The architecture and the interior walls are
designed by one of the notable specialists. According to Legends, this temple
is the most famous Shiva temple in Karsog valley and in Himachal Pradesh too.
Mamleshwara Temple has many stories associated with it and it is basically situated
in the less populated suburban area. History says that- Pandavas from
Mahabharata used to play musical instrument. This Shiva abode had an ancient
grain of 200grams inside its main sanctum. Nearby Kamakshi Devi temple is also situated
near to this popular Shiva temple and is famoaus for its unique architecture
and pre-possessing wood. The most popular Shiva occasion ‘Maha Shivratri’ celebration is observed in this ancient and holy
temple. This is a very sacred place to commemorate felicitous fest by people
following Hindu Culture. Large carcades
are carried out within the city with people thronging the streets to catch a
glance of the venerate idol of Mahadeva. Fairs have been organised and people
often fast on the night of Shivratri and sing hymns and praises in the name of
Lord Shiva. Devotees from
across the world pay visit to these temples to get blessed with good fortune on
this revered day.
