The Chaurasi temples, 500m up the street from the bus stand, occupy a wide flagstone courtyard that doubles as an outdoor classroom and cricket ground. There are three main Shaivite temples, plus a couple of dozen smaller temples and shrines. The central Manimahesh Temple is a classic stone sikhara, built in the 7th century AD. The squat Lakshna Devi Temple , just inside the entrance, is of a similar date and features a weathered but wildly carved wooden doorway.
For the best valley views, hike 3km up from the Chaurasi entrance to the Brahmani Mata Temple above town. The route passes through the upper village, still full of traditional slate-roofed, wooden houses.
