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Manimaheshlake

Religious Festival · Himachal Pradesh

Manimahesh Yatra

Manimahesh Lake, Bharmour, Chamba

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A high-altitude pilgrimage trek to Manimahesh lake beneath Manimahesh Kailash.

Each August pilgrims trek from Hadsar near Bharmour to Manimahesh lake, which lies about 26 km from Bharmour in the Budhil valley beneath Manimahesh Kailash. The yatra is managed by the district administration, with registration and seasonal facilities along the route; check the official notifications for the year’s dates and rules.

Planning a visit

  • When: Usually August. The next dates have not been announced yet.
  • Where: Manimahesh Lake, Bharmour, Chamba, Himachal Pradesh.
  • Book stays early if your dates fall on the main days: towns fill up around popular fairs and festivals.

Himachal Pradesh travel guide

Sources

Last checked 27 October 2026. Dates and arrangements are set by the organisers and can change.