Stoned Kumbh Shiv Temple Chail 
Stoned Kumbh Shiv Temple Chail

Stoned Kumbh Shiv Temple Chail

Stoned Kumbh Shiv Temple situated in Chail, Solan district Himachal Pradesh, it is 8km far from chail, on the way chail to kufri get a link road to Stoned Kumbh Shiv Temple up to 700m. Few visitors to Chail are aware of the Stoned Kumbh Shiv Temple in the Himachal Pradesh hill town, It is positioned in a top of a peak. It is a quiet place that is hidden from the city noise and bustle.

The 64-year-old Satya Bhushan erected the temple by himself, piece by piece, over the previous 38 years. According to Bhushan, he began constructing the building on his family ancestral after having a dream about a Shiva temple. Another name for the shrine is Temple in my dream (the words, which are visible on the temple roof and are composed of twisted metal wires).The temple is colourless, consisting only of cement and metal wires. Whether Shiva snakes circling his body, the dreadlocks, or even the marigold flowers used as a decorative touch. Everything in the temple is made of grey cement for aesthetic purposes. Moreover, the temple features an underground cave.

Since 1980, when Satya Bhushan had a dream about a temple, there has been no turning back. When Satya Bhushan was in school, I enjoyed producing clay sculptures and wooden carvings. I was inspired and given a platform by my desire, construct this temple. Bhushan contributed some funds to the shrine, and devotees who came to pay their respects provided the remainder. At first, only locals were aware of it, They arrived and provided funds. Its building, which is still ongoing, has so far cost about Rs 15 lakh.

Stoned Kumbh Shiv Temple FAQs?

Best Time to visit Stoned Kumbh Shiv Temple?

The Best time to visit Stoned Kumbh Shiv Temple throughout the year, winter is the most pleasant and Snow time to visit Stoned Kumbh Shiv Temple, especially between November and February, when the snowfall season is in full swing. Rest of month get lush green meadows and valley views.

How far is Stoned Kumbh Shiv Temple from Shimla?

The journey by road from shimla to Stoned Kumbh Shiv Temple 37 km takes approximately 1.5 hours.

How far is Stoned Kumbh Shiv Temple from Chail?

The journey by road from Chail to Stoned Kumbh Shiv Temple 9 km takes approximately 30 minute.

Distance from Chandigarh to Chail?

The distance, by road, from Chandigarh to Chail is 105 km and roughly it takes 3 to 4 hours of journy time.

When is Stoned Kumbh Shiv Temple open?

Stoned Kumbh Shiv Temple is Always open.

Weather Conditions:

The climate in Stoned Kumbh Shiv Temple Chail is mainly cool during winters and warm during summer. Tempratures typically range from -4°C to 31° C over the course of the year. the average temperature during winter is between -1 and 10 and between 19 and 28 in summer. the average total annual rainfall in Chail is 1,575 millimeteres and snowfall in this region historically has taken place in the month of December, which has recently been happening in January or early Feburary every year from over the last fifteen years due to climate change and dense construction.

How to Reach Stoned Kumbh Shiv Temple?

Stoned Kumbh Shiv Temple by Road:

Stoned Kumbh Shiv Temple Chail connected by road from Kandaghat (Solan) and Shimla. it is 8 km far from Chail, 34 km far from Kandaghat, 37 km far from Shimla and 116 Km from Chandigarh.

Stoned Kumbh Shiv Temple by Air:

The nearest airport is Shimla Airport and it is situated at Jubbar hatti. Shimla Airport is a small airport and 23 kilometres from the city. Regular flights to Delhi operate from the airport. The nearest major airport is Chandigarh Airport and about 126 km away.

Stoned Kumbh Shiv Temple by Railway:

Kandaghat railway station is the nearest narrow gauge railway station situated in Solan and Shimla railway station is also the nearest narrow gauge railway station situated in Shimla. The train is known as Kalka-Shimla railway. The scenic Kalka Shimla Railway, is listed in the Guinness Book of Records for the steepest rise in altitude in a distance of 96 km. On 8 July 2008, the Kalka–Shimla Railway was listed as the World Heritage Site. The major wide guage station is Kalka railway station and has daily departures to major cities of India.