-
Brahma Temple ( Khokhan )
-
Himachal Pradesh, Kangra -
December 20, 2025
-
-
0.00
December 20, 2025 
Important Days and Dates
- The temple is closely associated with local traditions and celebrations in the Kullu region..
- It plays a role during the famous Kullu Dussehra festival, during which the deity’s ceremonial palanquin participates in rituals.
- The temple usually remains closed during severe winter months.
- Best time to visit: March–May and September–November.
How to Reach
How to Reach from Delhi
- Travel from Delhi to Chandigarh via road, train, or flight.
- By Train: Trains available from Delhi to Gorakhpur Junction; onward road travel to Kushinagar.
- By Road: Approx. 730 km. Can be reached by NH routes via Lucknow and Gorakhpur.
How to Reach from Ahmedabad
- Travel from Ahmedabad to Delhi via flight or train.
- From Chandigarh, proceed to Kullu/Bhuntar via NH-21, approximately 8–10 hours by road.
- From Bhuntar, Khokhan village is located a few kilometers away, accessible by local taxi or private vehicle.
History of the Temple
The Adi Brahma Temple located in Khokhan village, Kullu district, Himachal Pradesh, is one of the rare temples dedicated to Lord Brahma.
The temple exhibits traditional Himalayan wooden pagoda-style architecture and is believed to have origins dating back to the 10th–11th century.
The current structure, attributed to the era of Raja Ban Sen (1301–1346 AD), was reconstructed using intricate woodwork and stone.
The sanctum houses a black stone lingam believed to be part of the original ancient structure.
Description
Important Days and Dates
- The temple is closely associated with local traditions and celebrations in the Kullu region..
- It plays a role during the famous Kullu Dussehra festival, during which the deity’s ceremonial palanquin participates in rituals.
- The temple usually remains closed during severe winter months.
- Best time to visit: March–May and September–November.
How to Reach
How to Reach from Delhi
- Travel from Delhi to Chandigarh via road, train, or flight.
- By Train: Trains available from Delhi to Gorakhpur Junction; onward road travel to Kushinagar.
- By Road: Approx. 730 km. Can be reached by NH routes via Lucknow and Gorakhpur.
How to Reach from Ahmedabad
- Travel from Ahmedabad to Delhi via flight or train.
- From Chandigarh, proceed to Kullu/Bhuntar via NH-21, approximately 8–10 hours by road.
- From Bhuntar, Khokhan village is located a few kilometers away, accessible by local taxi or private vehicle.
History of the Temple
The Adi Brahma Temple located in Khokhan village, Kullu district, Himachal Pradesh, is one of the rare temples dedicated to Lord Brahma.
The temple exhibits traditional Himalayan wooden pagoda-style architecture and is believed to have origins dating back to the 10th–11th century.
The current structure, attributed to the era of Raja Ban Sen (1301–1346 AD), was reconstructed using intricate woodwork and stone.
The sanctum houses a black stone lingam believed to be part of the original ancient structure.
