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Bajeshwar Mahadev Temple (Bajaura)

15 km. The pyramidal temple (9th century AD) is embellished with wonderful carvings in stones and sculptural decorations. The three large image slabs in the exterior are of a high order of sculpture in the Indian classical (shikara) style. 

Kasol

42 km. Situated on the banks of Parvati River, Kasol, in the Parvati Valley, makes a good holiday destination. Charmingly located in an open space which slopes down to a broad expanse of clear white sand at the edge of the river. The place is known for trout fishing.

Manikaran

45 km. On the trekking route to Pulga and Pin Parvati Pass, Manikaran is famous for its hot springs.  
Thousands of people take a dip in its hot waters. The water is so hot that dal (pulses), rice etc. can be boiled in it. It is a well known pilgrimage centre and there is an ancient Hindu temple and a Gurudwara also. According to a legend, Manikaran is also associated with Lord Shiva and his divine consort, Parvati, who lost and found her earring here.

Larji

34 km. South of Kullu at an elevation of 957 metres, this is a small hamlet providing excellent trout fishing. A Rest House is located in the stunning position of an angle between the foaming torrents of the rivers Sainj and Tirthan, before they join the Beas a few hundred metres below The place is patronized mostly by anglers.  

 

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