Vashishtha Temple, Manali: Best Months, Things to Do & Nearby Attractions

Vashishtha Temple, Manali: Best Timings, Location, Things to Do & Nearby Attractions

The quiet village of Vashisht is situated on the other side of the Beas River. Thousands of travellers visit Vashisht Temple & hot water springs every year. In Hindu mythology, the Vashisht Temple history is more than 4000 years. The great sage Guru Vashisht is the reason behind the construction of Vashisht Temple in Manali.

• Manali to Vashisht Temple distance is done in 3-4 km.
• Vashisht Kund Manali's sulfurous hot springs draw tourists from all over the world.
• A tourist will need to travel about 5-6 km to cover the Vashisht Temple to Jogini Falls distance.
• Tourists have to cross nearly 4-5 km to cover the Manali Mall Road to Vashisht Temple distance.

One of the most ancient and respected Vedic sages was Vasishtha. Among the Saptarishis, he is one of seven. He served as Rama and his brothers' teacher in the Ramayana. Another well-known aspect of Vasishtha was his conflict with Vishvamitra.

• Kath Kuni style is used to build the temple`s architecture.
• Inside the temple is a granite statue of the sage Vasishtha in black.
• Pine trees surround the Vashisht Temple Manali hot springs.
• One can get medicinal benefits from the Vashisht Bath Manali.

Learn about the best time, things to do activities, month, location, etc., while visiting Vashishtha Temple, Manali, in this article.

Best Month & Time to Visit Vashishtha Temple

Every day of the year, the Vashishtha Temple, Himachal Pradesh, is open. Although this place is open year-round, March through October is the ideal time to visit. These months of the year have pleasant temperatures.

• Vashisht Temple Manali timings are 7 am to 9 pm.
• Vashishtha Temple, Manali, has zero fees.
• One should avoid going there during the monsoon season due to excessive rainfall.
• Because of the heavy snowfall in the winter, the road may become blocked.

Things to do at the Vashishtha Temple

Things to do in Vashisht village of Himachal Pradesh have a number of options.

1. Prayer: This temple is a sacred site because of its spiritual aura. A number of people come to the temple to pray and get blessings. There is no better peaceful location for enlightenment than this temple.
2. Dip in Hot Springs: Taking a dip in the hot springs can relieve all of the pain from joints and cramps. This makes it one of the best tourist places to visit in Manali in all seasons. Furthermore, the water has healing qualities that can cure any skin condition.
3. Ram Temple: Ram Temple, Manali is dedicated to Lord Ram. It is located next to the Vashishtha Temple. The architecture of the Ram Temple is done in the Shikhara style. The outer structure of the temple is completed with long-lived stone carvings.
4. Jogini Falls: The Vashisht Temple is near to this waterfall. It is advised to start the Jogini trek early in the morning. This way, one will complete the trek before getting dark. Jogini Waterfalls is only four to five kilometres from Vashishtha Temple.
5. Manu Temple: This is another old temple in Himachal Pradesh. The sage Manu is worshipped at the Manu Temple. A visitor will experience the peaceful surroundings of the temple during the visit. The distance from the Vashishtha Temple, Himachal Pradesh to the Manu Temple is 6-7 km.

Attractions near the Vashishtha Temple

1. Mall Road: Every day, thousands of people visit Mall Road, a well-known shopping area. Manali Mall Road has a number of shops with excellent items. The ancient Vashisht Temple, Himachal Pradesh is just 4-5 km away from Mall Road Manali.
2. Hadimba Temple: The 16th century saw the construction of the temple. The Manali Hadimba Temple's structure is made up of stones and wood. It is thought that Hadimba Devi, the Demon goddess, used to meditate here. The Vashishtha Temple and the Hadimba Temple in Manali are 4-5 km apart.
3. Solang Valley: The valley gets covered in snow during the winter. Couples who are travelling for their honeymoons will love this place. A number of outdoor sports like paragliding and skiing can be done at Solang Valley. Vashishtha Mandir is 12–13 km away from Solang Valley.
4. Club House: One can engage in a range of activities while at the Club House. One can also get a variety of options in bars and restaurants at this location. One can also go shopping at the Government store at Manali Club House. The Vashishtha Temple in Himachal Pradesh is only 5–6 km from Manali Club House.
5. Manali Wildlife Sanctuary: This sanctuary`s size is around 30 square kilometres. In the year of 1954, Manali Wildlife Sanctuary was built to preserve different species. The sanctuary is one of the top spots for all nature lovers. The Vashishtha Mandir is just 7-8 km from the Manali Wildlife Sanctuary.

Vashishtha Temple, Manali: Best Timings, Distance, Information:

Best Time to Visit	March to October
Timings	7 am - 9 pm
Distance from Bhuntar Airport	50-51 km
Distance from Joginder Nagar Railway Station	166-167 km
Location	Manali, Himachal Pradesh
Spending Time	02 Hours
Fees	FREE
Visiting Days	Every day