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Temples in Pahalgam

Mamaleshwar Temple

Mamaleshwar Temple

The Mamal Temple or Mamaleshwar Temple is a Hindu temple located in the city of Pahalgam, in Kashmir Valley. According to legend, this is the temple where Ganesha was placed as door keeper by Parvati, not allowing anyone to enter the premises without her permission. This is the place where Shiva cut the head of Ganesha and gave him an elephant head. Mam Mal means don't go, and thus it is also known as Mammal temple. The temple was constructed around 400 A.D.

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Pahalgam Temples

Pahalgam is situated in Anantnag district of Jammu and Kashmir. It is famous for its religious and mythological significance. It is believed to be a starting point of Amarnath Yatra. The temples like Mamaleshwar Temple, Shri Gaurishanker Temple, Mamal Temple and many more pilgrimage sites to visit. The best time to visit is the month of March and June and if you want to enjoy snowfall then December to January is the ideal time to get there. Here you can check about Pahalgam temple darshan timings.

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