Pahari Mandir - Ranchi

Pahari Mandir is located in hilltop in Ranchi in the state of Jharkhand.

The temple is dedicated to Shankara, who is an incarnation of Lord Shiva.

This temple is located at 2140 feet above sea level and 350 feet above the ground. To reach the temple one has to climb 468 steps.

The hillock also known as Richi Buru is famous for its breathtaking views of the city and some spectacular sunsets and sunrises. At the foot of this hill is the beautiful Ranchi Lake

This temple was built in 15^th Century A.D

This is the first temple in the country where the tricolour is hoisted.

There is a large crowd of Shiva devotees during Sawan month and Shivaratri.

Shravani Mela, Mahashivaratri, Varshik Mahotsava, Independence day and Republic day are the major days celebrated here.

Best Time to Visit – September to February

Temple Timings

4.30 am to 9.00 pm

Pooja Schedule

4.30 am to 5.00 am – Mangala Aarti

6.30 am to 6.45 am – Saloni Aarti

8.30 am to 8.45 am – Manokamma Aarti

1.00 pm to 2.00 pm – Bhog Sringaar

7.30 pm to 9.00 pm – Sringaar Aarti Darshan

Temple Timings during Sharavan Somwar

3.30 am – Mangala Aarti

4.00 am – Temple open for devotees

5.00 pm – Temple closed for Sringaar

5.30 pm – Sringaar darshan, Bhog and Aarti

7.00 pm – Temple closed for Sringaar

7.30 pm – Sringaar darshan, Bhog and Shayan Aarti

9.30 pm – Temple Closed

How to reach the temple.

1 km from Ranchi

Nearby Temples

Ranchi, Jagannath Temple – 12 km

Ranchi, Sun Temple – 15 km

Khunti, Angrabari Temple – 50 km

Diuri, Deori Temple – 63 km

Rajrappa, Chhinnamasta Temple – 65 km