Sri Guru Nanak Devji Gurudwara

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India /Himachal pradesh /Kullu /Manikaran

Sight Address : Manikaran Gurudwara Manikaran, Manali, Edit

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The Gurudwara of Manikaran is very much renowned because of its association with Guru Nanak. Devotees to this Gurdwara can take a holy dip in the hot water emanating from the springs. Out of the three baths, one is situated below the Gurdwara itself. There are separate arrangement for men and women. Quiet closeby is a langar khana where free food is served. Manikaran Gurdwara is regarded as very much sacred by the Sikhs and located near Manali,which is a popular tourist destination. According to the Sikh sources, Guru Nanak Dev once visited this place, accompanied by his disciple Bhai Mardana. The gurdwara is commemorated to the same visit of the Guru. The Janam Sakhi or the ‘Autobiography of Bhai Mardana’ mentions the various miracles did by the Guru at this place. Manikaran Gurdwara is been built in the mountains, providing some extraordinary sights. The Gurdwara is built at the place where the first Guru, Guru Nanak meditated during his journey around India. There is a hot spring which is used to cook some of the food for the Langar. One can enjoy a dip in the hot waters from the springs. There are altogether three baths, one of which is located under the Gurdwara itself. It is believed that by taking bath here and by drinking water of this place, people go to heaven. The special Manikaran hot spring is said to have Uranium and other radioactive minerals. Besides housing the famous Gurdwara, a sacred place for Sikhs, Manikaran has religious importance for Hindus too. As legend goes, Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati went to Manikaran and stayed there for a long time.

Sri Guru Nanak Devji Gurudwara

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Throughout the year

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Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1 – 2 hours.

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Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

Drifters’ Inn & Cafe ; Manikaran, HP 175105. ; Ph/M – 098 05 033127 ; Food Serve – Indian.

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Taxies are easily available for moving about in the city.

BUS : Tourist can easily get regular buses to Manikaran from other major cities of the country.

Train : The closest major railway stations are at Pathankot (150 km) and Chandigarh (268 km). Train tickets from Delhi to Chandigarh cost around Rs 100 and this is a feasible option. Tickets from Delhi to Pathankot cost between Rs 200 and 250. Taxis are available at both the stations and this is the most comfortable option. They charge Rs 7 for a Tata Indica.

Air : The closest airport is located at the town of Bhuntar near Kullu (44 km) and this is a feasible option for all those who prefer to travel by air. The Bhuntar Airport is located around half an hour away from Manikaran. The airport receives flights from places such as Delhi, Pathankot, Chandigarh, Dharamshala and Shimla. Taxis are available outside the airport and these are the easiest option to reach Manikaran. They charge around Rs 200 for the trip.

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Safety / WarningEdit

Beware of pickpockets as Manikaran is a major tourist city in India.
Beware of fake items. Better to buy from reputable shops even though you have to pay more.