Mandi

Country: India | State: Himachal

Top Places to Visit: Pandoh Dam, Rewalsar Lake, Parashar Lake, Shikhari Devi Temple, Barot

<strong, Ideal Trip Duration: 1 Full Days

Nearest City to Shimla: Shimla

Best Time to Visit : April to June & September to November

Peak Season: December to January & May to June

Overview

Mandi is a picturesque hill retreat nestled on the banks of River Beas in Himachal, also called the ‘Varanasi of Hills.’ What makes this little town one of the most sought after destinations for honeymoon couples and tourists is the spellbinding scenery, spiritual vibes and a fresh breath of air. The place is undeniably a nature and adventure lover’s paradise, adorned with some rugged terrains that hide in their shop, incredible nature, and trails to explore. That’s not everything, this Himachal Pradesh tourist spot is perfect for cultural discovery, uncovering secret cultural secrets and revealing its fascinating history.

Mandi offers sufficient scope for testing your physical and mental strength; while paragliding, rock climbing and river rafting are common adventure sports in and around the area, trekking provides a lifetime experience. Dotted with unprecedented scenic loveliness, lonely landscapes and calm vibes, Mandi often serves couples, nature lovers and solitude seekers alike, as an empyrean for love struck. The city is renowned for its outstanding local crafts, woollens and finely made exotic silver jewellery. So when you’re in this beautiful little place, don’t leave for a treasure for life until you grab something for yourself and your family back home.

Places to Visit In Mandi

Pandoh Dam
Pandoh Dam is a magnificent structure, built in 1977. This magnificent dam and the lake created by the dam’s greenish blue water, make them some of Mandi’s best places to visit.

Rewalsar Lake
Rewalsar is a square shaped lake situated at 1360 m above sea level. One of the most scenic places to see in Mandi is popular as Tso-Pema, which locally means lotus lake.

Parashar Lake
Prashar Lake is one of Himachal Pradesh’s best places to go home. This lake is highly scenic and serene, at an altitude of 2730 m and is surrounded by Dhauladhar Ranges and thick cedar forests.

Shikhari Devi Temple
Mandi is renowned for many antique temples and certainly one of them is Shikhari Devi. Nestled at an altitude of 3332 m away from the main town, one can enjoy temple sightseeing with some jaw-dropping vistas.

Barot
Another picturesque structure on Uhl River is Barot Dam. Completely surrounded by Dhauladhar ranges and pine and cedar forests, Barot Dam, constructed during the British era, is popular for fishing for trout.