Bijli Mahadev is an easy half-day hike near Kullu, Himachal Pradesh, to a hilltop Shiva temple at about 2,460 m. It is a 3–4 km climb on stone steps from Chansari village, taking 2–3 hours up.
About the Bijli Mahadev trek
The temple sits on a ridge above the meeting of the Beas and Parvati rivers, with views over the Kullu and Parvati valleys.
When to go
Best months: Mar–Jun, Sep–Nov
- Jannot recommended
- Febnot recommended
- Marrecommended
- Aprrecommended
- Mayrecommended
- Junrecommended
- Julnot recommended
- Augnot recommended
- Seprecommended
- Octrecommended
- Novrecommended
- Decnot recommended
March to June and September to early November bring clear, mild weather. From December to February the ridge is under snow and the temple can be hard to reach. The Shravan fair is held at the temple in July–August.
How difficult is it?
- Easy
- Easy–Moderate
- Moderate
- Moderate–Difficult
- Difficult
The trail is short and paved with stone steps, but it climbs steeply. It is suitable for families and beginners.
How to reach
- Nearest city
- Kullu (about 12 km to Chansari)
- Nearest airport
- Bhuntar Airport, Kullu
Common questions
How long is the Bijli Mahadev trek?
About 3–4 km one way from Chansari village, 2–3 hours up.