Manimahesh Yatra, Himachal Pradesh , India.
Hey folks, I am back again to share experiences of journey that has a great significance to me. It was more like a pilgrimage than merely another trek. I have been a great lover of nature and find solace in the lap of Himalayas. I feel blessed and lucky that ‘Dev Bhumi Himachal’ is my birthplace. Among five KAILASHs, ‘Manimahesh’ is situated at a distance of 26KM (13 by bus/taxi and rest on foot) from Bharmour town of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh. It is located in ‘Pir Panjal’ Range of the Himalayas. There is a lake called ‘Dal’ at an altitude of approx. 13,500 feet opposite to the Manimahesh Peak. Every year, on the 8th day of the half-moon in the month of ‘Bhadon’, thousands of pilgrims take this journey to take a dip in the holy waters. According to beliefs, Lord Shiva created this peak after getting married to goddess Parvati. The literal meaning of the Manimahesh is jewel (Mani), which can be found on Lord Shiva's crown. Moon-rays refle...