Manikaran (45 km) : At 1737 m, on the right bank of river Parvati. This place is famous for hot sulphur springs revered by both Hindus and Sikhs pilgrimages. Thousand, of pilgrimages have their dip in hot water. The water of the spring is also said to be radio-active which cures many skin diseases. While the temperature of the water is above boilling point. Rice and Dal if placed in a Muslin bag or tied up in cloth, soon be ready for eating purpose. According to an ancient saying Manikaran is also connected with Lord Shiva and his divine concert Parvati.

How to Get There :
By road the Manikaran is 45 km from Kullu via Bhuntar and 85 km from Manali. The road bifurcates at Bhuntar 10 km short from Kullu via Jari and Kasol. The airport is at Bhuntar (Kullu) 35 km.

Climate
In winter, the temperature gets quite low when heavy woollens are required. It is pleasant in Summer and Cottons are recommended.

Places of Interest in and Around Manikaran

Pulga :
Manikaran to Pulga is rather a stiff march of 16 km and a climb of a nearly 1600 meters. The place is on the left bank of the river.

Khirganga :
The place is well known for its hot springs. Its water contains medicinal property. Another two kilometers from Khirganga lies Mantala.

Chandra Khanni Pass :
It lies east of Katrain, After a stiff climbing, the whole area looks wonderfully striking and colourful when the flowers blossom.

Malana Village :
Little further of the beautiful Chandra Khani Pass lies an unique village 'Malana' which is famous for its distinct culture and the temple of Jamlu. There is no rules in Malana village or any type of administration which holds the inhabitants to act according to the law and rules. The law just do not apply here.

The nearest village is Jari about 30 kms down in the valley. Apply here. The nearet village is Jari about 30 kms down in the valley. Shoja (69km) at 2962 m, this is a vantage point for a complete panorama of the Kulla area - snow peaks and valleys, meadows and forests, rivers and streams.