Neelum Valley

Sharda Temple

Ancient temple ruins in Sharda, Neelum Valley.

Sharda Temple quick facts

Height above sea level: 6,500 ft; about 1,980 m
Nearest city: Sharda; In Sharda village, a short walk from the main bazaar across the Neelum River (about 150 km from Muzaffarabad)
Summer (Jun–Aug): 14°C to 28°C
Winter (Dec–Feb): -5°C to 7°C

Famous for

The red sandstone ruins of Sharada Peeth, a temple to the goddess Sharada built in the Kashmiri style. It was once one of the three great shrines of Kashmir and is still revered by Kashmiri Pandits.

Temperatures are typical seasonal ranges. Mountain weather changes quickly, so check the forecast before you travel.

About Sharda Temple

Quick facts

Height above sea level: 6,500 ft (about 1,980 m)
Nearest city: Sharda — In Sharda village, a short walk from the main bazaar across the Neelum River (about 150 km from Muzaffarabad)
Summer (Jun–Aug): 14°C to 28°C
Winter (Dec–Feb): -5°C to 7°C

Famous for: The red sandstone ruins of Sharada Peeth, a temple to the goddess Sharada built in the Kashmiri style. It was once one of the three great shrines of Kashmir and is still revered by Kashmiri Pandits.

Sharda Temple is a historic ruin site in Sharda village.