Explore Manali

Surrounded by majestic hills and woody forests, the quaint charm of Manali has captured the world's attention and has become one of the most visited destinations in India. The pristine River Beas flows right through the town, creating a mesmerising and spellbinding landscape. Nestled at one end of the Kullu Valley, Manali is a popular hill station with attractions such as the Rohtang Pass and Solang Valley nearby.

Highlights
• Hadimba Temple
• Tibetan monastery
• Vashisht Temple

Itinerary
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Stop At: Hadimba Devi Temple, Hadimba Temple Rd, Old Manali, Manali, Himachal Pradesh 175131, India

The 16th century Hadimba Temple is surrounded by cedar forests. The beautiful setting of the temple is a major attraction. The temple is dedicated to Hadimba, the wife of Bheema, one of the five heroes of the Hindu epic Mahabharata. The wooden doors of the temple are intricately carved and depict the forms of the Earth Goddess, Durga. The temple does not have an idol of the Goddess but a huge stone carrying her footprint is kept there.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Himalayan Nyinmapa Tibetan Buddhist Monastery, Siyal, Manali, Himachal Pradesh 175131, India

After the temple, visit a Tibetan monastery and learn about Tibetan culture and customs. Spend some moments in silent contemplation within the peaceful precincts of the monastery.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Vashisht Baths, Manali, Manali Tehsil India

Vashisht Temple is dedicated to the Hindu Sage Vashishta. The water here is believed to have curative properties. Sage Vashishta was the guru (teacher) of the Hindu God Rama. The village was the home of the Vashishta clan until 1534 when the Mughal Emperor Akbar seized the temple and the neighboring villages and banished the descendants of the clan to exile in the Pendjab.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Manali Mall Market, Mall Rd, Siyal, Manali, Himachal Pradesh 175131, India

Before ending the tour, spend some time browsing through the colorful shops on the Mall. The Mall is the main street of Manali,

Duration: 1 hour