Bhima Kali Temple
View over Sarahan
Sarahan is a fairly remote mountain village in the north-west of the Shimla district, on the way into the Kinnaur district, about 7 km above the Satluj River.
Get in
There are a few direct buses to/from Shimla city but it's more practical to take any of the frequent buses between Shimla and Reckong Peo and get out in Jeori on the main road (NH 22). Jeori is connected with Sarahan by frequent local buses, taking 1 hr, cost ₹26 in Govt bus and in pvt bus ₹60
Get around
Shrikhand Mahadev peak, seen from Sarahan
See
- Bhima Kali Temple. This 800 year old temple is the center of the village, and it's possible to stay in the temple guesthouse. At one point in time human sacrifices took place here, though thankfully, no longer. Free.
Do
Buy
Eat
There are some simple dhabas near the temple and a couple of somewhat better hotel restaurants.
Drink
Sleep
- Bhimakali Temple Guesthouse, right at the Bhimakali Temple, ☏ 91 1782 274248. Clean rooms, stunning views, pleasant balcony overlooking the temple courtyard. ₹350 and ₹550 (double with ensuite bathroom), dormitory is ₹75/- per person..
- HPTDC Hotel, Opposite Bhimakali Temple, ☏ 91 1782 274234, ✉[email protected]. Clean rooms, stunning views from rooms overlooking a valley. ₹1600 (double with ensuite bathroom), cheaper and expensive rooms also available. 12 bed dormitory ₹200 per person ..