Polhani Mata Temple Chamba

From the military barrier at Dhainkund, a scenic 1.5 km ridgeline walk leads to the Jai Pohlani Mata Temple, with a teahouse and great views of the Pir Pinjal range. It is located about 8.1 km away from Dalhousie, Himachal Pradesh, India. The scenic trail continues 5 km south along the ridge to tiny Jot, with a couple of dhabas, at the Chuari Pass (2772m) on the Chamba-Chuari Khas road. It is near to Khajjar Meadow.
http://www.lonelyplanet.com/india/around-dalhousie/sights/religious/jai-pohlani-mata-temple#ixzz4BNEH5fL6

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