Check out the various places of interest in and around Mandi.
Bhutnath Temple: Bhutnath Temple is located at the centre of Mandi it has some spiritual value and it established in 1520. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. The Shivaratri festival celebrated in the month of March is a major event of this temple and town.
Pandoh Dam: Pandoh Dam was completed in 1977 and its primary purpose is to generate hydroelectric power. Pandoh Dam is an embankment dam on the Beas River in Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh.
Rewalsar Lake: Rewalsar Lake is situated 25 km from Mandi, This place is well known for its seven floating islands. This lake is known to a sacred lake that hols some spiritual importance.
Sunder Nagar: Sunder Nagar is located at a distance 24 kms from Mandi, It is now a city and a municipal council in Mandi district in the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh. The waters of the Beas-Sutlej Project have given this place a beautiful man-made lake.
Bhima Kali Temple: Bhima Kali Temple is situated on the banks of River Beas, this temple also showcases different statues and idols of Gods and Goddesses in a museum. Bhima Kali Temple is one of the famous temples of the Mandi dedicated to Goddess Bhima Kali.
Shikhari Devi Temple: Shikhari Devi temple is located at a distance of 15 km away from Mandi. Trekking to Shikhari Devi temple takes you at a height of 3332 m above the sea level which is quite exciting.
Chindi: Chindi is a small village that sits quietly in the lap of nature at 1850 mts in Himachal Pradesh. Chindi is known primarily for different temples. It is located in the Karsog Valley at a distance of 107 km away from Mandi.
Rang Mahal: Rang Mahal was built by Raja Umed Singh in the 18th century, it is one of the largest monuments located in Chamba region. Rang Mahal has been completely taken over by the Himachal Government and serves as Himachal Emporium, a popular shopping destination for beautiful local handmade goods.
Ghanta Ghar: The historic bell house in the city centre was built in 1939. The three-story pagoda-style architectural legacy is centrally located in the Indira Bazar shopping complex. On the first floor, many bells ring. A small park called Subhash Garden has been built around the Gharat residence and the famous Goddess Siddhi Kali temple.
Barot: Barot, at an elevation of 1835 metres, is a lovely spot on the Uhl River's banks. It is famous for its Trout Fish Farm. The Fisheries Department manages it, and an annual Angling Meet is held there. Barot's scenic beauty is enhanced by the reservoir of the British-built Shanan power facility. Barot is also the entry point to the Nargu Wildlife Sanctuary, which spans 278 square kilometers. It is home to Monal, Wild Cats, Monkeys, and the Black Bear. Barot also serves as a starting point for treks to the Kullu and Kangra Valleys. This area is also well-known for its vegetable and pulse farming.
Devidarh: The area is endowed with breathtaking natural beauty, such as lush green fields, meadows, and a dense deodar forest. It is the valley's final village, located at an elevation of 7800 feet. Mata Mundsan Temple can be found here. Devidarh is on the trek route Janjhali-Shikri Devi-Devidarh-Kamrunag. Tourists can spend the night at Devidarh's forest rest house.
Victoria Bridge: The town's first bridge, Victoria Bridge, connects Purani Mandi and Mandi town. It was built in 1877 with the help of Britishers by the King of Mandi, Raja Vijayi Singh Sen. The Hanging Victoria Bridge on the Tames River in England inspired the design of this bridge. This bridge was constructed in the style of the Jhulla Bridge and is currently used by small vehicles.
Prashar: Prashar, at an elevation of 2730 metres, is known for its Prashar lake, sloppy meadows, dense woodland, and a panoramic view of the Dhauladhar mountains. A floating island adorns the "Prashar Lake," which has a radius of about 300 metres. Its crystal clear water adds to the allure of this beautiful setting. The lake is thought to have formed as a result of Rishi Prashar striking a rod (Gurj), causing water to spill out and shape the lake. Along the lake is an ancient Pagoda-style temple dedicated to Rishi Prashar, the Mandi region's patron God.
Gurudwara: A significant religious site in Mandi is a Gurudwara in front of the Paddal ground with the NH-21. Guru Nanak Dev Ji visited Mandi, while Guru Gobind Singh Ji stayed in Geely for over six months. Raja Ajabar Sen began construction on the Mandi gurdwara in 1527 AD, and it was later rebuilt by King Jogindra Sen, Rani Amrit Kaur, and Dinsha Nath, the Chief Secretary of the Mandi State. Guru Gobind Singh Ji had given the king of Mandi several gifts, which he then donated to the Gurudwara.
Janjehli – Shikari Devi Temple: Shikari Devi temple is about 18 kilometers from Janjehli and can be reached via a jeepable forest road. It is located 3359 metres above sea level. The dense forest on the way to Shikari Mountain is breathtaking. It is also known as the Crown of Mandi because it is the highest point in Mandi District. Because of its vast green pastures, breathtaking sunrise and sunset views, and panoramic view of snow peaks, this location is popular among nature enthusiasts. The area gets a lot of snow in the winter. The location is only 21 kilometers from Shikari Devi and can be reached from Karsog.
Photo Art Gallery: A picture art gallery is located about 5 kilometers from Mandi town on NH-21 towards Kullu, and tourists passing through the area can stop in for a few minutes to get a glimpse of Himachal's history and notable places through the photographs and artefacts displayed in the art gallery.
Aadi Purkha Temple, Tihri – Uttarsal Mandi: The Aadi Purkha Temple in Uttarsal Mandi is another temple dedicated to Lord Brahma in Himachal Pradesh. The temple is in Tihri Village, across the street from Parashar Hill, in the northwest corner. On a bright sunny day, the rest cottages at the top of Parashar Hill are easily visible from TihriVillage. Tihri and Khokhan Villages were both previously part of KulluRiyasat, and both villages worshipped the Khokhan Brahma. However, a territorial dispute between Mandi and Kullu led to their separation. The Tihri people decided to construct their own Aadi Brahma Temple, dubbed Aadi Purkha Temple. The Khokhan Temple shares not only its name, but also its architectural style.
Kamrunag Lake: Kamrunag, at a height of 3,334 metres, is famous for its lake and temple. The scenic beauty of the area surrounding Dev Kamrunag lake and pent roof temple is enhanced by views of the Dhauladhar Range and Balh Valley. According to legend, Kamrunag is Mahabharata’s King Yaksha, whom the Pandavas adored. Devotees throw gold, silver, and currencies into the lake in exchange for Dev Kamrunag granting their wishes.
