Mana Sightseeing, Quick Facts, History, Packages, Tours & Excursions

Sight seeing highlights

Vyas Gufa- This is a rock cave in which sage Ved Vyas is believed to have lived and composed the famous epic and Hindu scripture, the Mahabharat

Vasundhara Falls- This is a natural water fall located at a height of about 145 meters from which the water falls straight down. Set against the backdrop of snowy peaks and glaciers, the waterfall presents an extraordinary sight. At times, violent winds carry away the entire water sheet, making it appear as if the water fall has stopped temporarily.

Neelkanth Peak - This is a snow covered peak, which is pyramidical in shape and towers above Badrinath. This peak is popularly known as Garhwal Queen.

Charan Paduka - This is a beautiful meadow on which can be seen what is believed to be the foot prints of Lord Vishnu.

Other Activities

You can visit Badrinath, one of the most important pilgrimage centres for devout Hindus, is just about 3 kilometers from Mana.

Uttranchal Tourism
GMVN Tourism Information unit,
Uttranchal Food Stall No. 1
Delhi Hatt, Opposite INA Market,
New Delhi-110023

Mana is a rustic village in the North Indian hilly state of Uttaranchal, which is also the last village before the Indo-Tibetan border. It is located about 4 km. from the famous temple town of Badrinath. It is situated at an altitude 3133 m. in the Garhwal region which offers a rare treat in terms of diverse flora and fauna, and several relics of the Tibetan culture. The village and the surroundings are embedded in the twin mountain ranges of Nar and Narayan, and offer a breath taking view of the surrounding snow clad hills.

This tiny hamlet in Garhwal region is a trekker's dream come true, and offers everything from the thrills and adventure of trekking in the awe-inspiring surroundings to a rare feast of scenic glory to the eyes. Popular tourist destination and other natural attractions near this village have led to an immense growth of eco tourists from all over the world. Several caves and waterfalls including the Vyas Gufa, Ganesh Gufa, Bhimpul and Vasundhara falls are well known for their connection with Hindu mythology, and evoke reverence from devout Hindus, who visit these places as part of their pilgrimage to Badrinath.

The unique feature of Mana is the Bhim Pul, a natural bridge formed across the river Saraswati that offers a breathtaking view of the water gushing down through a narrow passage in the rock. The cave gets in its name from Bhim, one of the five Panch Pandav brothers. The rock here is believed to have been placed by Bhim and the fast flowing water gushing under a narrow passage under this rock offers a rare sight.