MYTHS AND FACTS OF CHAMBA
Khajjiar in Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh is well known for its scenic beauty. It is associated with the Pandavas. In the midst of thick deodar forests lies a small lake. Nearby is a wooden temple dedicated to Khajji Nag Devta or the snake deity. The Vedic cult of worshipping the snakes is still prevalent in the hills. It is believed that the temple was built by the Pandavas. They are also believed to have meticulously carved their own images on the pillars of the temple. Next just adjoining the historical town of Chamba on the other side of River Ravi stands a large hillock which resembles an inverted basket. It is known as Bheem ki Tokari or the basket of Bheem. It is said that the basket fell from the hands of Bheem when he was carrying the dug up earth to build a castle. The basket took the permanent shape of the hill which we see now as standing today. Th...
