Gurudwara Shri Manikaran Sahib

Gurudwara Shri Manikaran Sahib is a historic Sikh shrine located on the banks of the Parvati River in Kullu district, Himachal Pradesh. It is renowned for its natural hot springs, which are central to Sikh tradition as the site where Guru Nanak Dev Ji performed a miracle to cook food for his followers. The complex serves as a major pilgrimage center for both Sikhs and Hindus, featuring a langar hall, hot spring bathing areas, and religious structures amidst mountainous terrain.

Visitors can expect a spiritually active environment with continuous prayers and a free community kitchen (langar) serving meals cooked using geothermal heat. The complex includes designated hot spring pools for bathing, which are believed to have medicinal properties, and the main prayer hall. The surroundings feature the Parvati River, snow-capped mountains, and adjacent Hindu temples. Modest dress and head covering are required, and shoes must be removed before entering sacred areas.