Mani Mahesh Kailash Yatra is a pilgrimage to the sacred Mani Mahesh Lake in the Pir Panjal range of the Himalayas. Here’s a summary of the track tour details:

Duration: The Yatra typically start from June to October

Route: The most popular route is from Bharmour to Hadsar, then trekking to Dancho, and finally to Mani Mahesh Lake. Other routes exist via Kugti village.

Difficulty: The trek is considered moderate, with an altitude of 4,080 meters (13,390 ft).

Distance: The trek from Hadsar to Mani Mahesh Lake is approximately 14 km.

Best time to visit: The official Yatra usually takes place in August and September.

Registration: Mandatory registration is required before reaching Bharmour.

Key locations:

Pathankot (starting point)- Pathankot is a city located in the northern part of the Indian state of Punjab, near the borders of Himachal Pradesh and Jammu and Kashmir. It serves as an important gateway to the Himalayan region and holds strategic and well connected with railway with all India railway network.

Chamba– Chamba is a picturesque town and district in the north-western part of Himachal Pradesh, India. Nestled in the Himalayan foothills, it is known for its natural beauty, rich cultural heritage, and ancient temples.

Bharmour– Bharmour often referred to as the “Land of the Gods” (Shiva Bhumi), Bharmour is famous for its ancient temples, spiritual significance, and as the gateway to the Manimahesh Yatra.

Bharmani Mata Temple -in Bharmour, located in the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, is a significant and ancient shrine dedicated to Bharmani Mata. It is situated at an altitude of about 2,500 meters in the foothills of the Himalayas, and the temple is one of the most prominent pilgrimage destinations in the region.

84 Temples of Bharmour (also known as Chaurasi Temples) are a collection of 84 ancient temples dedicated to various Hindu deities, primarily spread across the region of Bharmour in Chamba District, Himachal Pradesh. These temples are famous for their spiritual and architectural significance.

Hadsar– Hadsar is a small mountain village in the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India. It is most well-known as the starting point of the sacred Manimahesh Lake trek.

Dhancho – Dhancho is a picturesque and important halt point on the Manimahesh Yatra trekking route in the Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It lies between Hadsar and Manimahesh Lake and serves as a resting and camping site for pilgrims and trekkers.

Mani Mahesh Lake- Manimahesh Lake, also known as Dal Lake of Manimahesh, is a sacred high-altitude lake located in the Pir Panjal range of the Himachal Pradesh Himalayas. It lies in the Bharmour subdivision of Chamba district, and is one of the holiest pilgrimage sites dedicated to Lord Shiva.

Gauri Kund– Gauri Kund is a sacred bathing spot located near Manimahesh Lake in the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India. It is closely associated with the Goddess Parvati (Gauri) and is an essential stop for female pilgrims on the Manimahesh Yatra.

Khajjiar– Khajjiar, often referred to as the “Mini Switzerland of India,” is a beautiful hill station located in the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh. Surrounded by dense pine forests and green meadows, it sits at an altitude of about 6,500 feet and is known for its stunning natural beauty.

Route of Mani Mahesh Kailash Yatra from Pathankot to Pathankot

Routes Pathankot -Chamba Bharmour – Hudsar – Dancho – Mani Mahesh Lake – Dancho – Hudsar – Bharmour – Khajjiar Dalhousie – Pathankot