Manu Temple

4.5

Location: Old Manali, Manali, Himachal Pradesh 175131

Estimated Visiting Time: 1-2 hours.

Manu Temple, a beautiful temple dedicated to Shi Manu, is located in the enchanted valley of Manali in Himachal Pradesh, India. The temple is located in the Beas river valley in the Kullu district, about 2 in 5 km north of Shimla. The topographic features of the valley are inviting and trekkers from all over the world are attracted to Manali. It has been a tourist attraction for many years and travelers who want to get closer to the divine power of Indian gods and goddesses usually come here for peace and spiritual enlightenment. As they explore the area, they will notice tranquility around the beautiful Manu Temple. As you breathe in the fresh air, absorb the serenity and enjoy the beautiful greenery all around.

Attraction

It is one of the attractions of the town. The Manu temple is said to be the only temple dedicated to King Manu, who was later known as Sashi Manu in India. The temple is a pagoda structure that gives a glimpse of history and spirituality through fascinating architecture. The name Manali was derived from the name Sage who is believed to be the creator of the human race.

Some people may find it difficult to reach the temple because there is only a narrow road that leads to the shrine; However, the journey is certainly delightful. You will want to rejoice in making it a great temple and will certainly feel blessed to have the vision of the gods. So, Don’t miss the chance to visit this place.

History

Front views of Manu Temple in Manali.

The Manu Temple is dedicated to King Vaibhaswat Manu, who is believed to be the creator of the human race. He is also called a Sanatan Hindu Lawyer. Ancient inscriptions mention the title Manu Alaya which translates into Manu’s abode. According to legend, age Shi Manu found a small carp fish on the bank of a river while he was washing his hands. The Shi then put the carp in a bowl to save him. The fish soon became too big to fit in the bowl, so age she took him to a bigger bowl. The fish, however, continues to grow in size and age she has to take it back to the river bank. Once in the river, the fish grow to such a size that the river cannot accommodate them. Age Shi finally took the fish to the sea.

Lord Vishnu then appeared in his original form and informed Age Shi

Manu about the flood which would wipe out the life of the planet. The Shi built a boat big enough to accommodate his family and nine species of animals, birds, and seeds. After the flood was over, he landed on the earth from his boat and meditated.

The Manu temple was built on the spot where he is believed to have meditated. The king was thus known as Ashi. Age Shi Manu is also responsible for the laws relating to Manu or Manusmriti, which form the basis of Hinduism through a dialogue conducted by a group of Cat Shi to deal with disasters and maintain peace and harmony in society.

Inside/Outside Views

The whole view of this place is amazing. The architecture of the Manu temple is pagoda-style and it is generally seen as the style of most of the temples in Himachal Pradesh. The most notable feature of this structure is the tiered tower or the reduced wooden roof which is similar to the temples in Nepal. The structure of the Manu temple is mainly made of wood and concrete and marks the ancient form of pagoda architecture that evolved from the stupas. It is also believed that pagoda monsters are to blame for attracting lightning during lightning strikes.

Opening Hours

6:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Entry & Others Fees

There is no entrance fee.

Near Restaurants

Near Hotels

Hotel Highland Manali
Hotel Greenfields
COWBOY’S
Drifters’ Inn & Cafe- BAR Restaurant in Manu Temple Road Manali
Bros Hostel

How to Reach

By Road: The Manu Temple is about three kilometers from Manali Market and can be reached on foot or by public transport. The nearest railway station is Jogindernagar railway station which is about 155 km from Manali. Passengers can appreciate the public transport of hired tourist cabs to reach the Manu Temple via NH154 or NH3. To reach the temple via the Kullu-Nagar-Manali road, travelers can hire a cab or take advantage of state transport.

By air: The nearest airport is Kullu Manali Airport in Bhuntar, which is 55 km from Manu Temple. If you drive along the NH3 Highway, you will reach your final destination in 1 hour and 39 minutes.

Tips for Travellers

Photography is not allowed inside the temple; However, enthusiasts can click as many pictures as they want to see the scene outside the temple.
Wear long enough to cover your knees and keep your shoulders.
Visitors have to park their vehicles a short distance away to reach the temple as the road section is too narrow for car traffic.
Keep the surroundings clean and unchanged.
Manali tour packages do not usually include this temple as it is reached by a narrow road. However, you can ask the local driver to take you there.

Advantages Around the Temple –

Drinking Water – You will discover a few ingesting water centers throughout the Manu Temple premises.

Washroom – There is no washroom facility on the premises of Manu Temple.

Food Stalls – Once you get out of the temple grounds, there are several food stalls where you can get some quick bites to eat.

Photography – Photography is strictly prohibited here on the premises of Manu Temple. So, if you are carrying a DSLR, by default, you have to throw it at the security counter. No security guard will allow you to take your DSLR inside. In fact, you can buy some images from the stalls around the temple.

FAQ

Que-01: Is this place safe to visit?

Ans: Yes it is.

Que-02: Is photography allowed in this place?

Ans: No it is not allowed.

Que-03: What is the best time to visit this place?

Ans: April to June is the best time to plan your trip to Manu Temple in Manali.

Manu Mandir in summer – The climate is quite cool, and the weather is pleasant so you can visit other tourist places around Manali. At the most extreme, temperatures can reach a maximum of 35 degrees during this period and can drop as low as 6 degrees.
In Monsoon Manu Mandir – Manali experiences monsoon with an average rainfall of 220 m between July and September. The natural transformation after the rains is just caressing. However, it is advisable not to visit the temple in the rainy season because the narrow path that takes you to the shrine can put you at risk of unforeseen disasters.
In Winter Manu Temple – The Manu Temple extends from October to March in winter. As the vicinity receives mild to mild snowstorms this month, the climate turns extraordinarily cold. You can expect temperatures to stay between -1 and 12 degrees throughout the winter season.

Here are some things to do in Manu Temple –

Visit the Places of interest – The first glimpse of the architecture of the temple will surely make you fall in love with it. Spend time meditating or meditating for a while on embracing the majesty of the temple architecture. Meditating here will relieve you of all your stress and soothe you internally.

Pagoda style architecture will give you plenty of reasons to meditate. If possible, try to get a summary of the historical, mythological and religious significance of the Manu Temple with some local priests. You can also worship here under their guidance.

Trekking – The valleys around the Manu Temple have pictures of beautiful places. It is comforting and rejuvenating to trek to the final path to the top of the hill to reach the temple. As soon as you start trekking in the mountains, breathe in the fresh and pleasant air and enjoy a fresh environment that surrounds the fresh place.

Photography – If you are interested in any photographer, hold your DSLR while visiting the Manu Temple. The mountain you are climbing and the green valley in the background will give you plenty of moments to capture. Just make sure you drop your camera at the security counter before entering the temple.