Sarahan

Sarahan at 2165 meter this small town in Himachal Pradesh is at a distance of 176 KM from Simla. From this town the snow peak of Srikhand Mahadev is visible. Bhima Kali temple is the main attraction of Sarahan. You have to drive upto Jeori on National Highway number 22 ( NH 22 ) from Shimla and then take a right turn and climb up nearly 17 KM to reach Sarahan. If you plan to reach Sarahan in same day then It will take 6 Hours to reach Sarahan from Shimla including breaks for breakfast and lunch. On the way to Sarahan you can take a day break at Rampur or at Narkand and reach Sarahan in 2nd day. 

This multistoried temple is the main attraction of Sarahan. Unique architectural design on wood gives a different look than traditional temples of India. Goddess Bhimakali temple is one of the saktipethas of India. There is no entry fee and except the main structure all other places you can take your mobile phone and cameras. Before entering to main complex you can keep your camera, purse and mobile phones in lockers available. You can keep the key with you while you are inside the main complex. Before entering the main complex, all has to cover their heads. There are cloth caps available for use if you don't have any thing to cover your head. These caps are available for free on returnable basis.