Bhagsunath Temple, a medieval temple, is one of the chief attractions of McLeodganj. Located at a distance of 3 km from middle of the town, the temple is a revered place for Hindus and the Gorkha community. Two pools in the temple complex is also an attraction.
This ancient Shiva Temple is associated with a mythological legend and is believed to have been built by King Bhagsu. As per legend, Nag Devta, the snake God, was drawn into the battle with the regional ruler Bhagsu, after the king stole water from the sacred Nag Dal Lake.
The shrine was built by King Bhagsu after seeking forgiveness from the Snake God. This shrine was a patronage place for a section of Gorkhas rulers, known as Bhagsuwalas after Lord Bhagsunag. These rulers built two magnificent water tanks with tiger-head water spouts along with a beautiful double-storey wooden rest house for pilgrims.
This ancient Shiva Temple is associated with a mythological legend and is believed to have been built by King Bhagsu. As per legend, Nag Devta, the snake God, was drawn into the battle with the regional ruler Bhagsu, after the king stole water from the sacred Nag Dal Lake.
The shrine was built by King Bhagsu after seeking forgiveness from the Snake God. This shrine was a patronage place for a section of Gorkhas rulers, known as Bhagsuwalas after Lord Bhagsunag. These rulers built two magnificent water tanks with tiger-head water spouts along with a beautiful double-storey wooden rest house for pilgrims.
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