Janjehli

The picturesque Janjehli is situated at an elevation of 2150m. A lush green valley with agricultural fields in gentle slopes, apple orchards, hills covered with pine and deodar trees and a small river having crystal clear water moving like a snake through various criss-crossed hills Janjehli along with adjoining Keolidhar,Bagsaid valleys are a gift of nature to this district. It is loved by trekker and nature lover alike. The valley adorned by snow during winters, is no less than heaven on the earth. The art lovers must have glimpses of traditional wood carving and metal work. Visit to Janjehli is not complete without having blessing of Shikari Mata. Budha Kedar : Situated at an altitude of 9000 feet Budha Kedar can be visited by trekking a distance of 4 kms from HPTDC Trekker’s Hostel at Kataroo near Janjehli. The place is endowed with natural beauty. Deodar trees, streams of crystal clear water attract the tourists. The traditions have it that during exile Pandavas came here and saw Nandi at this place. Nandi jumped on a rock to save itself from Bhima of Mahabharata and disappeared through the rock. The hole has the shape of the back of the bull. People worship at this place and take holy bath in the nearby stream. Panday Shila (Rock) : situated just 3 kms ahead of the village on the bank of Bhekhli Khad in village Dhar Jarol Pandav Shila is believed to be of Mahabharata era. People believe that a pebble thrown on the rock stays on it their wishes are fulfilled. It is also said that a person with true belief can have slight movement by hand push on the top of the rock.

How to Reach:

Mandi – Pandoh, Bada Kanda Janjehli 76 kms and Sunder Nagar Dadur-Chailchowk-Janjehli 80kms.

Source : himachal.gov.in

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