Belgian tourists’ troupe visits Nurpur’s Brijraj Swami temple

A group of eight Belgian nationals visited the historical Brijraj Swami Temple dedicated to Lord Krishna in Nurpur on Wednesday. The tourists, who had earlier visited McLeod Ganj in Kangra district, paid their respects at the temple and then explored the historical Nurpur Fort and its temple premises.

The temple management committee took the opportunity to educate the visitors about the temple’s historical significance. Located within the Nurpur Fort, a protected monument under the Archeological Survey of India (ASI), the temple holds special importance. It is the only known temple in the world where an idol of Meera, the revered disciple of Lord Krishna, is worshipped alongside the deity.

Olga, a member of the Belgian group, expressed her delight with the visit, stating that it was a wonderful experience to explore such a historical site. She thanked the temple management committee for their warm welcome and hospitality. Olga shared that she had discovered the temple’s rich history during a Google search and had decided to visit it while staying at McLeod Ganj.