Religious Festival · Himachal Pradesh
Shivratri Fair, Baijnath
Baijnath Shiv Temple, Baijnath
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A state-level Shivratri fair at the historic Baijnath temple in Kangra.
Baijnath’s temple to Shiva as Vaidyanath is the focus of one of Kangra district’s state-level fairs at Maha Shivratri. Pilgrims visit the temple through the day and night, and the fair includes cultural programmes and traditional wrestling.
Planning a visit
- When: Usually February. The next dates have not been announced yet.
- Where: Baijnath Shiv Temple, Baijnath, Himachal Pradesh.
- Book stays early if your dates fall on the main days: towns fill up around popular fairs and festivals.
Sources
Last checked 27 October 2026. Dates and arrangements are set by the organisers and can change.
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