THE QUEST FOR THE ANCIENT SHIVALINGA OF SHRI NEELKANTH MANDIR KISHTWAR
The history of Kishtwar is as ancient as it is unknown. Unfortunately, our history was never documented, and we have relied on oral traditions passed down through generations. We have heard stories of Rajas, saints, fakirs, events and wars, but these tales are fragmented and lack concrete evidence. It was until the 20th century that some historians, writers and travelers began to write about kishtwar. We have been relying on these accounts as our history. However, I believe it’s essential to re-examine and research our history, leveraging the advances in technology and resources that are now available to us. I am deeply grateful and thankful to the authors who have written about the history of kishtwar, despite the lack of modern technology and facility during their time. I pay my respects to their hard work and dedication, as it is because of their efforts that we are able to explore new p...