Mamalleswara is only a kilometren downstream on the opposite bank of Lidder River. A Shiv temple dating back to the 12th century with a square stone tank, lies here.
Pahalgam has within it no fewer than eight tiny villages, one of which is Mamal. There is a Shiva temple here, generally considered to be Kashmir’s oldest existing temple dating to the 8th century. Pahalgam has within it no fewer than eight tiny villages, one of which is Mamal. There is a Shiva temple here, generally considered to be Kashmir’s oldest existing temple, dating to the 5th century.
Shikargah is a renowned wildlife reserve preferred by visitors as a destination for spending quality time with family and friends. The reserve with its varied wildlife was traditionally a hunting place for the royals in the past. It is located in close proximity to the marketplace of Pahalgam which allows tourists to easily avail ponies for rides. However, walking is also a convenient option for reaching the wildlife reserve.
1.5 kms. Down the river from the bridge, there is a small ancient stone temple consecrated to Shiva Mamesvara. The temple was built before the 12th century AD, through the name of the builder is unknown. There is a stone-lined tank, about 1.1 sq.mt in dimension.