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Raghunath Temple, with seven shrines each with its own Sikhara, is one of the largest temple complex of north India, located in the Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir.The temple was built during the period 1835-1860 by Maharaja Gulab Singh and his son Maharaja Ranbir Singh. The presiding deity is Rama, an Avatar of Vishnu & the Dogra's patron deity while the surrounding Temples are dedicated to various Gods and Goddesses connected with the epic Ramayana.

The the presiding deity of Raghunath Temples is Rama, called Raghunathji, the Dogra's patron deity. The idol was brought from Ayodhya, the birthplace of Rama. There are many galleries with lakhs of Saligrams. The surrounding temples are dedicated to various Gods and Goddesses connected with the epic Ramayana. The temple is also renowned for its depiction of the Rama Lila and Krishna Lila in paintings. The inner sanctums of the temples contain gigantic statues of Gods and Goddesses, numerous lingams and contains representatives of almost the entire Hindu Pantheon[1] including mages of Vishnu in various incarnations, Siva and Surya.

Daily rituals comprise of a sacred bath, intricate floral decoration and worship of this principal deity of Kullu. The religious life style of Kullu valley revolves around this sacred idol of Raghunathji. During Kullu Dussera festival in october, the statue of Raghunathji, of the valley, is ceremonially brought down to the valley from the mountains. The God stays in state in the valley for a week, along with other gods who are also present in their festive palanquins. The highlight of the fair is the dance competition held every evening. During this week long Dusshera Lord Raghunath becomes the hub of all religious fervor.

The temple is also renowned for its depiction of the Rama Lila and Krishna Lila in paintings.

Raghunath Temple is a well-known holy shrine of the Hindus. Located in Jammu, Raghunath Mandir is one of the largest temple complexes of the Northern part of India. The temple is dedicated to Lord Rama, who is believed to be an incarnation of Lord Vishnu. In 1835, the construction of this temple was started by the founder of Jammu & Kashmir, Maharaja Gulab Singh. After the death of Gulab Singh, it was completed by his son, Maharaja Rambir Singh in 1860. One can easily reach this temple from Srinagar/ Jammu Airport by hiring taxis or by taking regular buses from the cities.

The huge temple has seven shikhars (spires), where every shrine has its own shikhar. On the very entrance of the Temple, a portrait of Maharana Ranbir Singh and an image of Lord Hanuman embellish the site. The central shrine is dedicated to Lord Raghunath/ Rama, who is the presiding deity. Apart from the main shrine, the other shrines encompass various incarnations of Lord Vishnu. There is a shrine of Lord Surya (Sun God), which is another striking shrine. There are many idols of different forms of the God.

Inside the temple, there are other shrines that house huge statues of the Hindu Gods and Goddesses. It is noteworthy to mention that gold sheets cloak the interior walls on three sides of this temple. It also has a gallery, where various 'Lingams' (phallic form of Lord Shiva) and 'Saligrams' are placed. Raghunath Temple comprises almost all the images of the Hindu Pantheon, which is quite uncommon. The sermons and rituals of the temple include both morning and evening Aarti.

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