Manimahesh Kailash Trek is a scenic trek full of spirituality in Himachal Pradesh. It is religious
and sacred place for Hindu People. The lake is a high altitude lake situated at 4,080 meters
(13,390 ft) very close to the Manimahesh Kailash Peak in the Pir Panjal Range of the Himalayas
in Chamba District. Pilgrims across the country come to this lake to do the yatra.

Manimahesh lake is considered a very religious and pilgrimage trek is under taken during the
month of August/September corresponding to the month of Bhadon according to the Hindu
Calendar on the eighth days of the New Moon Period. The pilgrim is also called Manimahesh
Yatra.

There are many places on the way to Manimahesh that as Dhancho waterfall, Gaurikund. Gauri is
the name given for Parvati, the wife of Lord Shiva. It was believed that Parvati used to take
used to baths in this lake and only ladies are allowed. No one has ever been able to scale mount
Manimahesh and it remains a mystery to human eyes.

Highlights

One of Panch Kailash
Worship at Lord Shiva’s Abode
84 Shrines Built in Chaurasi Temple
Bharmani Devi Temple
Holy view of Manimahesh Kailash by helicopter

Facts About Manimahesh Kailash

Max.Altitude: 4,080 meters | 13,400 ft.
Grade: Easy- Moderate
Region: Chamba, Himachal Pradesh
Starts/Ends: Amritsar
Duration: 5 Days
Age: 15 to 70 years