Visit these places during your trip to Mandi, Himachal Pradesh
Located in Himachal Pradesh, Mandi is a delight for adventure lovers as it is a great place to try camping and trekking. Known as "Choti Kashi" or the "Varanasi of Hills," the serene place is the starting point for the Prashar Lake trek. You can buy Himachali caps, paintings, and handicrafts during your visit here. Here are five amazing places to visit in Mandi.
Bhutnath Temple
One of the most spiritual sites to visit in Mandi, the Bhutnath Temple is the oldest temple in the region that was established in the 1520s. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and it is visited by hundreds of devotees during Shivratri celebrated in March. You will find idols of Shiva and Nandi facing the ornamental arch entrance to the temple.
Rewalsar Lake
Nestled at a height of 1,360 meters above sea level on a mountain spur in the Mandi district, the Rewalsar Lake, or Tso Pema Lotus Lake is a beautiful square-shaped lake that is well-known for its natural beauty. Surrounded by lush greenery, this lake is also popular for its floating islands of reed. There are also three Hindu temples located near the lake.
Prashar Lake
One of the best places to visit for nature enthusiasts, this scenic and serene crystal-clear lake is located at an elevation of 2,730 meters above sea level, 50 km north of Mandi. Surrounded by thick cedar forests and the Dhauladhar Ranges, the lake houses a floating island in the middle along with a century-old pagoda-like temple dedicated to sage Prashar located on the bank.
Kamlah Fort
Nestled on the Sikandar Dhar ranges, the 17th-century Kamlah Fort is a must-visit when in Mandi. Surrounded by a lush green landscape, the historical fort is situated at a height of about 4,800 meters above sea level. It was built in 1625 by Raja Suraj Sen and was named after a saint named Kamlah Baba. This is the perfect spot to try trekking.
Pandoh Dam
The Pandoh Dam's construction on the Beas River was completed in 1977 under the Beas Project. One of the best spots to visit in Mandi, it was built to generate hydroelectric power. It uses the 38-kilometer-long system of channels and tunnels to divert the waters of the Beas River to the southwest. It is open from 6:00 am to 6:00 pm.
