Shankaracharya Temple, Srinagar

Shankaracharya Temple

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This ancient temple is well known as the site where the famous seer Adi Shakaracharya attained enlightenment. The fun though is getting there: a winding road leads up to the top of the hill from where a circuitous series of steps … Read more

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The Shankracharya Temple made of ancient grey stones adorns thickly wooded Shankaracharya Hill. It was earlier known as Takht-i-Sulaiman, meaning Throne of Solomon, but has been renamed after a saint who preached enlightenment here in AD 750. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, this temple rests at an altitude of 1000 feet and can be reached in 10-15 minutes by stairs. Do ensure that you reach this temple before 5 pm. Although it remains open till 8, the army doesn’t allow four wheelers after 5 pm. Enjoy stunning views of the locales from up there after offering prayers to Lord Shiva.

This ancient temple is well known as the site where the famour seer Adi Shakaracharya attained enlightenment. The fun part though is getting there: a winding road leads up to the top of the hill from where a circuitous series of steps steps lead to the temple. The view from the top is spectacular and well worth the effort.