According to the legends associated with the Krimchi Group of Temples, Raja Kichak is believed to have constructed these temples along with the town itself. According to the Mahabharat, the Pandava brothers stayed here for a long time during their exile.Krimchi Group of Temples is located in Krimchi, a small
village located in Udhampur district of Jammu and Kashmir. These exceptionally
beautiful ancient temples are believed to have been built in the 11th-12th
century AD, and locally, they are also known as the Pandava Temples. There are
seven ancient Hindu temples in this famous tourist religious site in Jammu, of
which four are large and three are small, and all of them are dedicated to Lord
Shiva.
These incredible temples stand on a stone complex, with a
small stream flowing at close distance, which enhances its beauty greatly. The
amazing architecture of these temples show strong influence of Greek
influences, and are extremely pleasing to look at. Sculptures belonging to
various deities like Shiva, Ganesh and Parvati are housed inside the temple,
while the main temple itself is around 50 feet high. Visit this famous
religious and historical attraction in Jammu and Kashmir to get a glimpse of
its rich heritage and culture.