Manikaran

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Manikaran
Manikaran

Manikaran is located in a valley between two rivers, northeast of Bhuntar in the Kulu District of Himachal Pradesh. It is at an altitude of 1760 m and is located about 45 kms from Kullu.

[edit] Religious centre

Manikaran is a pilgrimage centre for Hindus and Sikhs. The Hindus believe that Manu recreated human life in Manikaran after the flood, making it a sacred area. It has many temples and a gurudwara.[1]

Sikh pilgrims cheering on bus to Manikaran
Sikh pilgrims cheering on bus to Manikaran

There are temples of Lord Rama, Krishna, and Vishnu.[2]

The area is well-known for its hot springs[3] and its beautiful landscape.

[edit] References

  1. ^ Manikaran Travel Guide. Retrieved on September 23, 2006.
  2. ^ Lord Shiva, the principle deity of Himachal Pradesh. Retrieved on September 23, 2006.
  3. ^ Hot Springs in Himachal Pradesh. Retrieved on September 23, 2006.

[edit] External links

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