Mandi District — Varanasi of the Hills — 81 Temples & Prashar Lake

Himachal Pradesh · Mar–Jun, Sep–Nov · 760–4700 m altitude

About Mandi

Mandi is called the Varanasi of the Hills for its 81 ancient temples. Prashar Lake — a high-altitude lake with a 3-storey pagoda — is one of Himachal's most mystical destinations. Rewalsar Lake is sacred to Buddhists, Hindus and Sikhs simultaneously.

Quick Facts

District HQ

Mandi

Area

3950 km²

Altitude

760–4700 m

Best Season

Mar–Jun, Sep–Nov

Summer Temp

20–38°C

Winter Temp

0–18°C

Nearest Airport

Bhuntar / Chandigarh

From Delhi

425 km

Top Places to Visit in Mandi

Prashar Lake2,730 m. Ancient 3-storey pagoda in the lake. Floating peat island.
Rewalsar LakeSacred to Hindu, Buddhist & Sikh faiths simultaneously.
Mandi Town81 stone temples. Trilokinath temple. Beas river ghats.
Barot ValleySerene Uhl river valley. Trout fishing. Old British-era hydel project.
Shikari DeviRoofless temple at 3,359 m. Snow-covered in winter.

Local Food & Cuisine

DhamPatandeMadraSidduMitha

Famous For

81 TemplesShivratri FestivalPrashar LakeRewalsar

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