Devotees offering prayer to Shinadev at Mahamrityunjaya Temple, Mandi - Himachal Pradesh. The idol is placed near the entrance of the temple.

Mahamrityunjaya Temple in Mandi is one of the oldest Lord Shiva temples in Himachal Pradesh, India. The temple is one of the rare temples where Lord Shiva is worshiped as Tryambaka, the three-eyed one. The idol of Shiva is installed in lotus posture in meditative contemplation with four arms. The right upper hand is raised to bless the devotees, the upper left hand holds the "Amrit Kalasa", the right lower hand is in Bhumisparsha Mudra (gesture of touching the earth) and the lower left hand holds the "Kamandalu". It is believed that worshiping Mahadeva at Mahamritunjya Temple will help to get rid of illness and get blessing for a healthy long life.

Mahamrityunjya Temple is located in the heart of Mandi town is easily accessible by road. Mandi is 143 km from Shimla and 26 km from Sunderanagar.

Joginder Nagar Railway Station, around 55 km from the town, serves is the nearest railhead. Kulu Bhuntar Airport (57 km) is the nearest airport

Source: http://www.hindudevotionalblog.com/

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