Baijnath is a town in Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh. It is approximately sixteen (16) kilometres from Palampur. Baijnath is famous for its 13th century temple dedicated to Lord Shiva as Vaidyanath, ‘The Lord of Physicians’. It is originally known as Kirgrama. The baijnath town lies on Pathankot-Manali highway NH - 20 (National Highway No. 20). It is midway between Kangra and Mandi. The present name Baijnath became popular after the name of the temple. The baijnath town is located on the left bank of the river Binwa. The name Binwa is a corrupt form of ancient Binduka, a tributary of river Beas. The Baijnath temple has been continuously under worship ever since its construction in 1204 A.D. by two local merchants named Ahuka and Manyuka.
Baijnath temple attracts a large number of tourists and pilgrims from all over the world throughout the year. Special prayers are offered in the morningtime and evening time every day besides on special occasions and during festive seasons. Makara Sankranti, Maha Shivaratri, Vaisakha Sankranti, Shravana Mondays, etc. are celebrated with great eagerness and brilliancy. A five day state level function is held here on Maha Shivratri every year.
Baijnath Temple :
Baijnath temple attracts a large number of tourists and pilgrims from all over the world throughout the year. Special prayers are offered in the morningtime and evening time every day besides on special occasions and during festive seasons. Makara Sankranti, Maha Shivaratri, Vaisakha Sankranti, Shravana Mondays, etc. are celebrated with great eagerness and brilliancy. A five day state level function is held here on Maha Shivratri every year.
Baijnath Temple :
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