Himachal's Yulla Kanda: World's Tallest Krishna Temple, Mahabharata & Fortune Caps
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Himachal's Yulla Kanda: World's Tallest Krishna Temple, Mahabharata & Fortune Caps

  • World's tallest Krishna temple located in Kinnaur, Himachal Pradesh, at Yulla Kanda Lake, 12,778 feet above sea level.
  • Reaching the temple requires a 14 km trek, which is often covered in snow during winter.
  • Locals believe the temple was built by the Pandavas during their exile, connecting it to the Mahabharata.
  • Janmashtami celebrations include a unique ritual where Kinnauri caps are floated on the lake to predict fortune.
  • The best time to visit the temple is from May to November, accessible via bus from Delhi to Shimla, then local transport.

Why It Matters: It highlights a unique, high-altitude spiritual destination with ancient ties.

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