Katas Raj Temple is a Hindu temple complex connecting several Hindu temples. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and has existed since the time of the Mahabharata.
It is said that the temple pond was created from Shiva’s tears after he wandered the Earth inconsolably after the death of his wife Sati.
Recently, I’m with my husband got a chance to pay a visit to this temples, a place that holds significance not only in Hinduism but in Buddhism as well.
Katas Raj Temples beautiful place, excellent and awesome historical place to visit. It’s 5000 years old building. Katas Raj Temples surrounded by beautiful nature.
The Pakistani government is considering nominating this temple for the World Heritage Site status, and rightly so, as its history dates back to the time of Ashoka. Furthermore, a Stupa can also be spotted at this site. Stupa, which holds historical significance in Buddhism, is a mound-like structure which has been used by Buddhists since ancient times as a place of meditation.
These temples are a true depiction of what an ancient historical place is ought to be – highly captivating and awe-inspiring. All in all, it is a site worth-visiting and a place that the tourism industry can promote as part of Pakistan’s captivating ancient historical sites.
