Mathi is the Goddess of local people of Kinnaur. There are three temples in the same complex among which the oldest one is believed to be constructed by a resident of Garhwal around five hundred years ago. The temple houses an ark which is made of walnut wood and is covered with clothes and a tuft of yak tail. Two poles are inserted into this ark to carry it with.

Legend According to the legend, Mathi, the wife of Lord Badrinath once started her journey from Brindavan and via Mathura and...

The Mata Bhadrakali Temple is a revered Hindu temple located in Chitkul, a small village in the Kinnaur district of Himachal Pradesh, India. Here's a brief history and significance of the temple:

• Dedicated to: Goddess Bhadrakali, a fierce incarnation of Goddess Kali
• Built in: 10th century AD
• Architecture: Typical Kinnauri style with wooden structure and stone walls
• Significance: One of the oldest and most sacred temples in Kinnaur district
• Local legend: Goddess Bhadrakali is...

According to local story, Mathi Devi undertook a long and arduous journey before settling in this village travelling from Vrindavan to Tibet and beyond. She visited several villages presided over by members of her family.

Bhagavan Badrinarain of Kamru is her husband and he also has a shrine in Batseri Village. Nag of Sangla and Shamshares of Rakhcham are her nephews.

When Goddess Mathi Devi finally settled in Chitkul, the village found a great prosperity and she continues to be...