Kunal Pathri Temple - History, Timings & Entry Fee

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Distance (From Dharamshala Interstate Bus Station): 6 Kms

Trip Duration (Including Travel): 1 Hour

Transportation Options: Cab

Travel Tips: None

At a distance of 6 km from Dharamshala and 11 km from McLeod Ganj, Kunal Pathri Mata Temple is situated at Kunal Pathri town in Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh.

Kunal Pathri Temple is a little rock temple dedicated to local goddess Kapaleshwari. The temple was consecrated by regional tribes to offer their prayers. This ancient temple is surrounded by dense tea gardens and is the perfect place for a long peaceful walk amidst the lush surroundings.

The temple displays exquisite carvings of gods and goddesses. It is said that there is a stone in the temple that always remains wet. According to local legend, the moment it starts drying, it rains. The temple premises offer a good view of the mountains. An annual fair also takes place during March/April.