Manikaran is blessed with a bountiful nature. Sharp mountains, dense forests and a gushing river make Manikaran the jewel of Parvati valley in Kullu.
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Manikaran is a place of pilgrimage for both Hindus and Sikhs. Thousands of pilgrims visit Manikaran every year.
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Manikaran Sahib gurdwara was built in memory of Sikh guru Nanak Dev, who is believed to have visited Manikaran.
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Right next to the gurdwara is the Shiv temple, which is known for its hot water springs.
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The oldest of the temples, it was built by the erstwhile Kullu royal family around 500 years back.
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Next to the Ram temple is the beautiful wooden Naina Devi temple. The temple is known for its excellent wooden carvings.
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As per a legend, this temple is believed to have been built by the Pandavs during their exile years.
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People cook rice and pulses in the hot water here. Pilgrims believe that bathing in the hot springs absolve you of your sins and also cures skin diseases.
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There are many public and private hot water baths in Manikaran.
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One other charm of Manikaran is the ever-ferocious Parvati river here. This valley is named after the Parvati river.
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Manikaran is just four kms from Kasol, a popular tourist destination. You can spend the rest of the day exploring Kasol.
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Manikaran and Kasol are located in the Parvati valley. If you have time, then you can explore some of the villages like Malana, Pulga, Tosh etc.
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