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Purmandal Temple Complex




Purmandal Temple Complex is located at Purmandal in Jammu District of Jammu and Kashmir. It is on the banks of Devika River, which is considered as sacred as the Ganges River. Purmandal, also referred to as 'Chhota Kashi', is about 40 km east of Jammu.

Prime attraction of the temple complex is Purmandal Temple, which is dedicated to 'Umapati', Lord Shiva. There are a number of other temples built on rocks, dedicated to Lord Shiva.

The significances of these temples are frescoes on their walls. A large number of people gather here on Shivratri and Chaitra Chaudashi.

Nearest airport is the Jammu Airport and railhead is the Jammu Tawi Railway Station.



Updated on 7th June, 2005
District: Jammu
Location: Purmandal    

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