Pehowa

Pehowa


Pehowa is a city and a municipal committee in Kurukshetra district in the Indian state of Haryana. Situated at a distance of 27 km from Thanesar, it is a popular destination for Hindu pilgrims. Located at an average elevation of 224 m above sea level, this small town boasts of a rich history that dates back to the 8th century AD. History documents that the town of Pehowa, (then called Prithudaka) was built in the year 859 AD and was named after King Prithu, who came here to pray for the salvation of his father's soul. An interesting thing about the town is that,it has maintained records of families visiting this place for religious purposes.. Although a significant lot has been destroyed by Islamic invaders.



There are several sacred temples spread throughout the town. The most famous is a Shiva temple followed by a temple devoted to his son Karthikeya. Unlike other temples, the Shiva temple in Pehowa has a five faced statue of Shiva, which is considered to be the only one of it's kind. Thousands of Hindus arrive at this place to perform the last rights of their relatives and to appease their ancestors by offering “Pind-daan”. It is believed that this helps the soul to achieve Moks



Best Time To Visit


The best time to visit October to February.

How To Reach


By Air

The nearest domestic airport is in Chandigarh, which is about 79 km.

By Train

The nearest major railway station to Pehowa is Kurukshetra Junction, which is at a distance of 14.5 km. 

Shopping


Shopping in Pehowa is an absolute delight. After a day of some fine sightseeing and other activities, it’s but natural to indulge in a little bit of shopping. Explore the shops and the markets of Pehowa to find the most famous of its offerings. Buy souvenirs and other gifts for yourself and your friends and families – after all shopping in Pehowa means splurging a little bit! Shopping in Pehowa is the most important activities among the tour



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