Masroor Rock cut temple is a hub of 15 rock-cut marvelous collection of temples. These are Monolithic Rock-cut temples. These temples are rich pieces of Indo-Aryan style. These temples of Masroor, are one of its own kind, in whole Northern India. Therefore, visiting them becomes of great importance.

Masroor Rock-cut temple in depth 

This Temple, rather collection of temples were originally dedicated to Lord Shiva. This is known, since the Statue of Lord Shiva can be seen at the center, other statue of Mata Sita and God Rama and Laxman, are in the surrounding of Lord Shiva. These temples date back to history. Rock-cut temple was great technique of the past.

History of Masroor Temple Kangra

This style of architecture, dates back to Pallava Kingdom. The period was during 7th century A.D.  Ajanta Ellora caves are also of this period only. Rock-cut styles are rock based or material based. Because, artist has to cut the rock, according to its need. Therefore, creativity of the artist, is reflected and his resource management skills, are also depicted. This temple was built by Lord Shiva devotee. Earthquake in the past shook, most of the assets of the temple.

Masroor Rock-cut Temple Kangra, Himachal Pradesh

How to reach Masroor Rock-cut Temple Kangra 

Roadways: Local bus service from Kangra, (32 kilometre only), from Dharamshala (47 kilometre).

Railways: Pathankot is nearest railway station (71 kilometre).

Airways: Gaggal Airport is nearest and connects New Delhi and Chandigarh (35 kilometre or 22 miles).

Masroor Temple is one of its kind, in terms of Rock-cut architecture. The best time to visit the Masroor Temple is in March and October, because climate is good at this point of month.

Map showing Masroor Rock-cut Temple Kangra, Himachal Pradesh