Tattapani Hot Springs

Tattapani Hot Springs is a geothermal sulphur spring located on the banks of the Sutlej River in Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Situated approximately 52 km from Shimla at an altitude of 665 meters, it is renowned for mineral-rich waters believed to relieve joint pain and skin ailments. Since the construction of the Kol Dam around 2015 submerged original riverbed springs, hot water is now accessed via bore wells feeding public pools and hotel facilities.

Visitors can expect to bathe in naturally heated sulphur-rich water ranging from 45°C to 65°C in basic public pools or private hotel facilities. The setting involves the Sutlej River valley and reservoir created by the Kol Dam. Activities include soaking in hot springs, river rafting on the Chabba-Tattapani stretch during specific seasons, and boating on the reservoir. Facilities are functional rather than luxurious, with simple enclosures for public bathing and limited dining options in the immediate vicinity.

Traditionally revered in local folklore as a divine gift from Maharishi Jamadagni to his son Parashuram. The springs have been used for therapeutic bathing by locals for generations before being submerged by the Kol Dam reservoir in 2015.

Considered sacred by locals who perform rituals before bathing. The nearby Shiva Cave at Saraur is a pilgrimage site active during Shivratri. Full moon night ceremonial dips are part of local spiritual tradition.