Evoke Your Inner Devotee at These Religious Places in Manali

Ever wondered what makes Manali one of the most visited places in India? An obvious answer to this could be the aesthetic beauty this place holds. Manali not just pleases the visitors by its aesthetical geography but, also not fails to surround them with the ultimate divinity. The history is the evidence that states Manali (named after sage Manu) has never failed to gratify the people coming here. The snow hailing from the sky and the exalted peaks are undoubtedly one of the main reasons why people mark a visit to Manali but, there is still more to unleash. Apart from the audacious ambiance, it is the spiritual oscillations that keep reverberating the place. To get the same saintly vibes here is your ultimate guide to the religious places that might end up evoking your inner devotee.

Manikaran Gurudwara

Dwelling along the banks of the river Parvati this holy spot marks as an important pilgrimage site for both Hindus and Sikhs. While Sikhs state all the miracles were performed by Guru Nanak Ji, Hindus believe the place to be a shelter of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati for 1100 years. The place has three hot springs that are said to have amazing healing properties in it. Not just this but the entire food for thousands of devotees is directly prepared in the hot springs. The place is no less than wonder and, still continues to astonish the devotees with its authentic beauty.

Bijli Mahadev Temple

Not in Himachal but, one of the ancient temples in India, Bijli Mahadev Temple can be reached after a worthwhile trek of 3 km. There is a 60 feet high staff at the temple, said to attracts blessings in the form of lightning. According to the priests, this staff attracts blessings from heaven in every 12 years after which the shivlinga shatters into pieces. Soon after that, the priests restore the shivlinga using satoo and butter that shatters into pieces after the streak of lightning.

Anjani Mahadev Temple

One of the best short treks starting from Solang Valley, Anjani Mahadev Temple is best known for its ice lingam. The temple resides around the beautiful trails and looks stunning in both summers and winters. The place is easily reachable from Solang valley which makes your access to adventure way easier.

The Manali Gompa

Also known as Gadhan Thekchhokling Gompa, the place was built by Tibetan refugees in 1960 and, still continues to be the finest creations around Manali. The monastery complements a sumptuous facade along with a pagoda-style roof colored in yellow. The inside place has a large image of Lord Buddha with elegant murals demonstrating the Lord’s philosophies on non-violence. The monastery might be diminutive but never succeeds to affect its gracious aura that knows no bounds.

Maa Sharvari Temple

Maa Sharvari was one of the ancestral deities worshipped by the Kullu Kings. The Goddess is also a mani fairs festivals of Maa Durga and is worshipped by thousands of devotees coming to Kullu. The serene backdrops with snow-capped mountains and subtle tranquility make the ambiance of the place worth experiencing. In case you are wanting to explore the beauty here, Dussehra would be the ideal time to mark your visit as the celebrations are at their prime level.

Manu Temple

Dedicated to the sage Manu, known for creating the world and writing Manusmriti, this holy place is sure to make you in awe with the serene beauty. The Beas river is much like an icing on the cake and never disappoints you with the picturesque appeal. This temple is said to be the place where sage Manu had mediated after he stepped on to Earth. Another interesting fact about the place is the devotees are asked to wear dressed covering knees and shoulders before entering the temple. The historical connection is one of the reasons why no visitor misses a chance to be at the place.

Basheshwar Mahadev Temple

Positioned on the banks of the Beas river, the Basheshwar Mahadev temple is truly an example of precise beauty. Built in a pyramid style, this holy place embraces a huge Yoni Lingam symbolizing Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. The splendid architecture dates back to the early 9th century and has exemplary carvings on it. Geographically a part of the small village Bajura, this temple is one of the best tourist attractions for the devotees of Lord Shiva.

No trip is usually complete without the blessings of God so, make sure you get it in abundance by visiting all these places mentioned above.