Mandi District
मंडीKnown as 'Chhoti Kashi' for its 81 stone-carved Shiva temples along the Beas River, Mandi is home to mysterious floating-island Prashar Lake, Barot Valley, and Janjehli.
Why explore Mandi
Chhoti Kashi, 81 stone temples, Prashar Lake & Barot Valley.
Famous for the week-long International Mandi Shivratri fair where 200+ village deities converge in festive processions.
Places to visit in Mandi2 destinations on Explore HP
Barot Valley
Trout Streams & Cedar Forests of Mandi
Barot is a hidden riverside valley in Mandi district known for trout angling, British-era haulage rail history, and thick deodar forests. Far from commercial tourism, it offers camping, short treks, and peaceful stays along the Uhl River.
Janjehli & Shikari Devi
Virgin Valley & Roofless Mountain Temple
Janjehli is a pristine valley of terraced apple orchards leading up to the unique roofless Shikari Devi temple at 3,359 m. Local legend says snow never settles on the idol. The region is perfect for trekkers seeking raw Himalayan solitude.