India is a country full of natural beauty where you get to see diversity to visit. Many tourist places across the country offer excellent views of their natural beauty. One such tourist destination is Mandi which is a historical and beautiful city of Himachal Pradesh. With a mix of hot and cold weather, the lakes and gardens of this city provide a refreshing environment to its visitors. This city is no less than a paradise for nature lovers. The untouched tourist places of Mandi district of Himachal have not been recognized yet. Today in this episode, we are going to give you information about the major tourist places of Mandi, where visiting will be a unique feeling in itself. Let us know about the tourist places here…
Shikari Devi Temple
Shikari Devi Temple is a beautiful tourist destination of Mandi. This temple is made for nature lovers. You can also enjoy trekking after visiting here. The view seen from near this temple is quite beautiful. Tourists often come to visit here from faraway places.
Parashar Lake
Ideal for nature enthusiasts, Parashar Lake is one of the best places to visit in Himachal Pradesh. Extremely scenic and serene, this lake is situated at an altitude of 2730 meters and is surrounded by the Dhauladhar ranges and dense deodar forests. A floating island is visible in the middle of the lake and on the shore stands a century-old pagoda-like temple dedicated to the sage Parashara. People trek to the lake and camp on its banks for fun and adventure.
Bhootnath Temple
Bhoothnath Temple is a major religious place located in Mandi whose spirituality dates back to the 1520s. This temple is as old as the city. Bhoothnath Temple is located in the center of Mandi city and is dedicated to Lord Shiva. Tourists and pilgrims visiting here will see Nandi, the bull of Lord Shiva which is situated outside the complex. The festival of Shiv Ratri is celebrated here with great pomp in March. This is the main festival of this town and temple.
Kamrunag Lake
This lake is situated at an altitude of 3,334 meters. It is one of the major tourist destinations of Mandi. The view of this lake surrounded by snow-covered Dhauladhar and Bahu Valley looks very attractive. Near this lake is the Kamrunag temple, which is surrounded by lush green forests. The natural beauty here will fascinate you.
Rewalsar Lake
Rewalsar Lake is known as a major lake of Mandi. This lake is a beautiful lake situated at an altitude of 1360 meters above sea level. This lake is known by another name Tso Pema Lotus Lake. This place is liked a lot by tourists because of its peaceful environment. The vegetation and trees near this lake further enhance the beauty of the lake.
Baraut
Baraut is a beautiful village situated in the serene valleys of Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh. It is a newly found tourist destination and is located about 67 kilometers away from Mandi. If you are looking for a place to visit for a day or two, then this place is great for you. The picturesque views and unspoiled air here attract travelers from all over the world for sightseeing here. This place is like heaven for trekkers. Because this place is home to many trekking trails passing through the village and hence it is also a favorite trekking spot.
Sundernagar Lake
Imagine you are standing on a peak and looking out over vast green patches and serene lakes! Don't you feel like packing your bags and heading to this place right now? Well, you are not to blame. Sundernagar has attracted the interest of many people because of the man-made lake created by the water of the Beas-Sutlej Project. This is one of the tranquil places to visit in Mandi where one can spend some time amidst greenery.
Bhima Kali Temple
Bhima Kali Temple is a beautiful religious place located near high hills. The view of the surrounding high hills from near this temple looks very beautiful and full of attraction. This is the reason why this temple attracts tourists.
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