Shri Baijnath Mandir or Vaidyanatha means Prabhu Shiva as Prabhu of Physicians. Devotees come here to get rid of their miseries and pain. The Temple was built by Ahuka and Manyuka who were local merchants and bhakts of Prabhu Shiva. They built a temple in 1204 CE. It is situated in the District of Kangra, Himachal Pardesh, and is 16 km away from Palampur. But it is believed that Shivling or smaller the temple was there before the construction of the current structure.

Legend and History
Baijnath temple or Vaidyanatha has the ability to cure are miseries and pains in your life. The history of the temple is from the 8th to 12th century. It is believed that after drinking the water from temple premises all miseries and pains can be cured. The Shrine has many sculptures of God. Mata Parvati idol has been engraved in black stone. Most interesting is the Nandi Ji idol in standing Position facing Prabhu in the compound of Temple. Most idols of Nandi Ji are in a resting position. It is believed that Ravana started doing penance here and cut off his 10 heads to please Prabhu Shiva. Prabhu Shiva blessed him here only. And because of this belief, Dussehra Festival is not celebrated here. As if they celebrate the festival Prabhu shiv will be angry with them. That’s why Prabhu is called Vaidyanatha here.