Arvind Katoch Photography

  Recently, during my visit to Mandi town, I got a chance to visit Panchvaktra (PanchBakhtar) temple. It is one of the ancient temples made from stones by Shikra-style architects. This temple is situated on the confluence of the rivers Beas and the local river Suketi. This temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva like Bhoothnath Temple in Mandi. Mandi is also known as Choti Kashi because of 80 plus temples in the city.  Other Shiv Temple pictures taken by me are Shiv Bari Bachhretu , Shiv Temple Baijnath and Old Shiva Temple Rewalsar

Local Goddess at Mandi international Shivratri Festival  If anyone wants to see the Gods and Goddess in real then he can visit the Mandi International Shivratri Festival because during this festival all local Gods and Goddess (Deities) of the surrounding reach here to celebrate this festival. This fair is held every year for seven days starting from the Shivratri. More than 200 hundred local deities visit this place and millions of people gather to take their blessings. To know more about this festival and see more pictures  Click Here Download Free Android -  My Pictures/Photography App

Here is a picture of an old Shiva temple situated on the bank of the famous Rewalasar Lake in the Mandi District of Himachal Pradesh. Around this lake, we can find worship places of Hindus, Buddhists, and Sikhs. This is an old Shiva Temple; however, it is coloured from the outside. Panch Bhakhtar Temple Mandi Check more beautiful and historical temples of Himachal   An Old Shiva Temple at Rewalsar  Download Free Android -  My Pictures/Photography App

Here is a picture of Prashar Lake and in this picture, you can see the Lake, floating island and Prashar Rishi Lake. This lake is situated at the top of a hill at around 9000 feet. We can reach this lake by a road. To know more about Prashar lake and Watch more Pics Click Here Prashar   lake

Here is one more picture of Mysterious floating island of the Prashar lake in Mandi (Hiamchal Pradesh). In this picture, you can also view the wooden Prashar Rishi Temple and the shops at the top of the hill. To Lear more about Prashar lake  Click Here Mysterious Floating Island and Prashar Rishi Templ

Here is Pic of reflections of multiple Hills in the Pandoh Lake situated on Mandi-Kullu National Highway. This picture is taken under low light conditions and it was taken with Iphone 4S. Reflection of Hills in Pandoh Lake 

Here enjoy Close up picture of a Mysteriously floating island present in Parashar Lake (situated at a height of 2730 m or 8560 feet). This floating island keeps on changing its position through-out the year. In the  background , you can watch the ancient Parashar Rishi and Temple complex. At this place, you get a heavenly experience which is difficult to put in words. To reach this Lake, you are first required to climb 60-150 feet and then descend to the same height. The road to reach Parashar Lake is in slightly worse condition and you can encounter snow on road except for few summer months ; therefore, much care must be taken to reach this place. However, the experience you get after reaching this place is extremely wonderful. To Learn more about Prashar lake  Click Here Mysteriously Floating Island of Prashar lake Download Free Android -  My Pictures/Photography App

Here is beautiful and scenic view of Rewalsar Lake situated in Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh. This lake is equally sacred for Hindus, Sikhs and Buddhists. Rewalsar Lake (Mandi) 

Here is picture of ancient and sacred temple of Prashar Rishi situated adjacent to Parashar Lake in Mandi district. This temple is built in 13th century and is a pagoda-like temple. As per legend, this temple was constructed by six month old baby from a single Tree. Parashar Rishi mediated at place and Prashar Lake is believed to came in to existence through his meditation. Parashar Rishi is first saint to explain how planet acts as per Karma and he is founder of Indian astrology (as mentioned in Temples of Clouds documentry ). To Lear more about Prashar lake  Click Here Prashar Rishi Temple at Prashar Lake (Mandi) Download Free Android -  My Pictures/Photography App

Here is an HD Picture of a Historical and sacred Lake situated in the Mandi District of Himachal Pradesh. This lake is situated at a  height of 2730 m or 8560 feet. In this lake, you can find a  floating island that changes its position from time to time. Adjacent to the  lake , there is an  ancient temple of Parashar Rishi who meditated here. This Lake is a 49 KM drive from Mandi; however, road condition is ruff towards the last 15 KMs. To learn more about Prashar lake  Click Here HD Picture Prashar Lake (Mandi) Download Free Android -  My Pictures/Photography App

Here is HD Picture of three local deities taking part in Mandi Shivratri International Festival End Parade (locally called Jareb). This parade crosses through all major parts of Mandi city and mark end of Mandi Shivratri Festival. To Know more about Mandi International Shivratri Festival Click Here . Pic was taken with Nikon D 5100 Local Deities in Jalab (Parade) at Mandi International Shivratri Festival

Here is inside to outside view of Historical and ancient Boothnath Shiva Temple situated at middle of Mandi City in Himachal Pradesh. Present Mandi city is situated around this temple. This temple was constructed by  Raja Ajber Sen in 1527 AD and this temple is still present in its original shape. Pic taken with Nikon D 5100 . Also visit Panchvaktra Temple Pic .  Inside to Outside View Boothnath Temple (Mandi)

This is HD picture of Kangra Mandi Entry Point near Baijnath. This picture is taken while standing in Mandi District. This Picture is Taken with Nikon D5100 .