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Mandi is a place in central Himachal Pradesh and is the gateway to reach Kullu Valley. The city has its heart in the Indira market area. There are eateries and lodges in this area. The temples in Mandi are situated along the riverside. The Bhutnath Mandir or temple was built in the 7th century A.D and even today hosts the animated festival of Mahashivratri honoring Lord Shiva in the month of February.
If you follow the Bhutnath Bazar it may you lead to bathing ghats with a giant statue of Hanuman, the monkey god. Other famous temples in Mandi are the Pancha Bahktar, Triloknath Mandir, Akardash Rudra Mandir. There is also a park perched on the top of the Tarna Hill called the Rani Amrit Kaur Park. It has superb views and a colorful Syamakali Temple decorated with paintings of Goddess Kaali.
| Population: |
56,873 (2005) |
| Airport: |
Bhuntar airport in Kullu district (60 km) from Mandi |
| Railway station: |
Joginder Nagar is the nearest narrow gauge railhead (55 km) and the nearest broad gauge railway station is at Pathankot(210 km) |
| Nearest Major City(s): |
Chandigarh (110 km), Jalandhar (134 km) |
| How to reach: |
Mandi By Air
Bhuntar is the nearest airport to Mandi, Delhi Airport.
Mandi By Train
Kiratpur railway station (125 km).
Mandi By Bus
Bus services are available connecting Mandi to other cities. |
| Major Tourist Attraction: |
Revalsar, Sundernagar, Joginder Nagar, Tattapani, Janjheli, Parashar Lake |
| Speciality(Famous for): |
Mandi is famous for the picturesque scenic beauty |
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