mandi

Mandi County is one of the central districts of the Himachal Pradesh region in northern India. Mandi is the capital of the region. Mandi is also known as "Chotti Kashi" because of its resemblance to Varanasi towards the Ghats on the banks of the Beas River and the temples of Lord Shiva near the Ghats. The area is often described as the cultural capital of Himachal Pradesh because of its rich culture, customs, and heritage of temple buildings. Filled with a thick green cover of pine and deodar trees, the village of Mandi is located at the junction of Kullu and Dharamshala. It is often referred to as 'Varanasi of Hills', or 'Choti Kashi' as the village has 81 temples scattered throughout its area. Located on the banks of the River Beas, Mandi also features ancient palaces and temples dating back to the 5th Century AD. Serving as a gateway to some famous valleys such as Kullu, Manali, Spiti, and Lahaul, Mandi is a must on your journey to northern India which never fails to delight its visitors. Mandi is also a city close to various destinations such as Lake Prashar and Janjeli. There are not many tourist attractions in Mandi, but there are quiet lakes, newly built dams, and ancient temples that one can visit.?