MANDI

Himachal Pradesh >> Mandi >>{Karsog , Tatapani }



The historic town of Mandi (800 m) is built along the banks of the river Beas. It has long been an important commercial centre and the sage Mandva is said to have meditated here. This one time capital of the princely state of Mandi is a fast developing town that still retains much of its original charm and character. Today, it is a district headquarters. Mandi is renowned for its 81 old stone temples and their enormous range of fine carving, it is often called the 'Varanasi of the Hills'. The town has remains of old palaces and notable examples of 'colonial' architecture.

What To See

Rewalsar :- Positioned about 25 km from Mandi, Rewalsar is adorned with the Rewalsar Lake, well-known for its floating islands of reed, and a Buddhist Monastery, a Sikh Gurdwara and a Hindu Temple.
Sunder Nagar :- Perched at a height of 1174 meters on the raised edge of a fertile valley, Sunder Nagar is a quaint town famous for its temples. This town is 26 km away from Mandi.
Prashar Lake :- This tranquil lake lies 40 km north of Mandi. A three-storied pagoda like temple dedicated to Sage Prashar adds to the beauty of the lake.
Janjehli :- Situated 67 km from Mandi, Janjehli is an ideal destination for hikers, offering treks up to a height of 3300 meters.