Mana Village

Located in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, Mana Village is popularly known as the Last Indian Village from the border of India/Tibet and is situated on the banks of river Saraswati. Mana Village is almost 24km from the India/Tibet border which makes it the last village in India. Apart from that, it also holds religious importance among the Hindus since the Mana villages’ history dates back to the time of Mahabharata and there is a common belief that the Pandava brothers passed through this village before they went to heaven. Also, the place has a bridge made of stone called Bheema Pul, which is believed to have been made by Bheema who was one of the five Pandava brothers.

Mana Village Geography

Surrounded by Himalayan hills, Mana sits at a height of 3219 m above sea level. Due to its height, Mana Village is among the highest villages in the country. Locals often name their shops as the ‘Last tea shop of India’, ‘Last post office of India’, and so on. The NH58 begins from this village and connects it to Delhi via Badrinath, Modinagar, Meerut, and Haridwar.

Plan My Package Recommends: Places To Visit In Mana Village

Vyas Cave

Vyas Cave also called Vyas Gufa, situated at the banks of the river Sarawati is almost 5.5km from Badrinath bus stand. This place is historically as well as religiously significant because sage Vyas, who was one of the characters of the Mahabharat epic and is also believed to have compiled the work with the help of Lord Ganesha. Apart from that, he also wrote several Puranas, Brahma Sutras, and Vedas. The cave also has a statue of Maharishi Vyas installed and pilgrims visit the cave to worship it. Behind the cave is a fascinating story of how Sage Vyas asked Lord Ganesha’s help to take down his dictation to which Lord Ganesha kept a condition that Vyas was not supposed to stop even for a moment or else he would stop writing, so eventually while writing his pen broke and he took a part of his tusk and used it as a pen and that explains the broken tusk of Lord Ganesha.

Vasudhara Falls

About 6km from Mana Village of the Chamoli district and about 11.5 km from Badrinath, Vasudhara is a waterfall near Mana Village. Situated at an elevation of 12000 ft above sea level, this waterfall is surrounded by beautiful mountains and a mesmerizing view. One thing to keep in mind is that the Mana Village is only accessible when Badrinath season starts, that is in the months of April/May, thus the ideal time to visit the place is between the months from May to June. To reach Vasudhara Falls from the Mana Village, one has to trek 6km to the falls, which takes 2 hours because the trek is easy during the first few kilometers but as one crosses the Saraswati Mandir, it becomes comparatively difficult but once you reach the waterfall, the view is going to be worth it. Not only does it provide a refreshing view but also a glimpse of mountains like Chaukhamba, Nilkantha, and Balakun.

Bheema Pul

Since the village has a historical significance, so does the Bheema Pul. It is believed that Bheema, who was one of the Pandava brothers made this stone bridge when his wife Draupati couldn’t cross the river so Bheema lifted a huge rock and placed it there and the bridge became famous as the Bheem Pul, located on the opposite side of the Vyas cave. Although it is called a bridge, it is actually a large boulder that helped Draupati cross the river before going to Swargrohini.

Neelkanth

Standing at a height of 6596 m over the Alaknanda Valley Neelkanth Peak is located in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand and is also called the Queen of Garhwal. Neelkanth’s literal meaning is ‘Neel’, which stands for blue and ‘Kanth’ stands for the throat. Neelkanth is one of the appellations of Lord Shiva and it is believed that previously there was no Neelkanth mountain and there was a route connecting Kedarnath to Badrinath but legend has it that a priest had committed several sins and that made Lord Shiva furious, which lead him to erect a soaring high mountain between Kedarnath and Badrinath.

Places near Mana Village

Badrinath Temple (approx 4.4 Km from Mana Village)

At a distance of 3km from the Mana Village, is the famous Badrinath temple where sanctity meets tranquility. Situated at a height of 3133 meters, Badrinath Temple is one of the holiest shrines of the Char Dham pilgrimage. Legend has it that Lord Vishnu meditated here and was unaware of the weather so to protect him from the scorching sun, his spouse Goddess Laxmi transformed herself into Badri tree. Seeing her love and devotion towards him, Lord Vishnu named the place after her, Badrikashram. Another mythical tale that follows is associated with Badrinath as well. The River Ganges, known for relieving curses and getting rid of sins, was granted at the request of Bhagiratha. It is believed that while ascending to Earth, the intensity of the River Ganges was such that it would have sunk the entire earth. To relieve the Earth from the calamity, Lord Shiva bore her under his lock of hair and divided it into twelve holy rivers, Alaknanda being one of them, which flows through the Badrinath Temple.

Mata Murti Temple (approx 5.2 Km from Mana Village)

About 3 km from the Badrinath shrine, is the Mata Murti Temple dedicated to Mata Murti, who was the mother of Nar and Narayan. Devotees pay their reverence to Mata Murti during their Badrinath yatra and also enjoy the fair that is held every year at the Mata Murti temple. One can reach here by trekking for about 30 minutes. It is believed that Mata Murti requested Lord Vishnu to take birth as her son and Lord Vishnu granted her request by taking birth as twins, Nar and Narayan.

Tapt Kund

Tapta Kund, known for its healing properties, draws many tourists every year. As the name speaks for itself, Tapta Kund is a group of Hot water springs with temperatures rising up to 45℃. About 5.2km from the Mana Village, Tapta Kund possesses therapeutic properties, and tourists are attracted because of its healing power and also because it helps people get rid of their sins. It is believed that when Lord Vishnu was happy with Agni Devta ( God of fire), he granted him the privilege of residing as a kund for eternity. Devotees take a dip in the Kund’s water before entering the Badrinath temple. Known for curing skin diseases, people also believe that a dip in the water brings goodness and purity, and also if one wishes to perform religious rituals for their ancestors in this water then it marks their heavenly abode making sure that their soul rests in peace.

Auli (approx 486.6 Km from Mana Village)

Known as the skiing destination, Auli is a paradise for people who love to ski. Everything that an ideal tourist can ask for, is there at Auli. Being one of the favorite winter destinations, people visit Auli mainly for skiing. With lots of adventure activities, cable car rides, romantic vistas, wooden huts, and snow-covered mountains, Auli is also called a European Village. In summers one can go for biking adventures here. Auli also has an artificial lake called Auli Lake, which is considered the highest in the world. It also has the highest and the longest ropeway in Asia. The distance from Mana Village to Auli is 61km.

Mana Village Weather

Mana Village enjoys pleasantly warm weather, attracting tourists from all over the world. During the summer season that starts from March to July, Mana has pleasant weather that is neither too cold nor too hot, fluctuating between 18℃ to 24℃. As July begins to end, the region witnesses precipitation marking the onset of monsoon with temperatures dropping to 14℃. On the other hand, winters in Mana remain extremely cold with temperatures dropping to 6℃.

Best Time to Visit Mana Village

Mana Village in Winters

The winters are dry and chilly and the village is covered with snow during this time starting from the mid of October and Mana is only accessible when Badrinath season starts. The entire region gets covered in a sheet of snow during the winter season in Mana Village.

Mana Village in Monsoon

Monsoon season Mana Village begins from July lasting till September, although the village is accessible during this time as well. Since the area receives comparatively less rainfall, there may be instances of road blockages and landslides.

Mana Village in Summers

During summers, the temperature is moderate and pleasant, thus the best time to visit Mana Village is between May to June. Know More

How to Reach Mana Village

Mana by Air

The nearest airport to Mana village is the Jolly Grant Airport located in Dehradun at a distance of 319km. You can also go for a helicopter ride from Dehradun, from the Sahastradhara helipad to Badrinath Helipad. Spice Jet, Indigo, and Air Asia are some of the airlines that run from Delhi to Jolly Grant Airport.

Mana by Train

The nearest railway station from the Mana Village is in Rishikesh at a distance of 302km and the rest of the journey can be covered by road. Kota DDN SPL is one of the most preferred trains by tourists traveling from Delhi to Rishikesh Railway Station.

Mana by Road

One can either trek from Badrinath for 3-4 km or can hire a taxi to reach the village. The passage of the National Highway connects the village to Haridwar, Meerut, and Delhi.
Kedarnath to Mana Village: Distance- 218km
Delhi to Mana Village: Distance- 537km
Haridwar to Mana Village: Distance- 321km
Auli to Mana Village: Distance- 61km
Joshimath to Mana Village: Distance- 46km

Places to Stay in Mana Village

Hotels in Mana Village

Narayan Palace Hotel

Narayan Palace is a luxury 3-star hotel at a distance of 3km from Mana Village near Badrinath. Due to its location, many devotees prefer staying at Narayan Palace Hotel because there are several temples in the vicinity. With 42 rooms facing the valley, the hotel provides a panoramic view worth admiring. With flexible check-in and check-out policies, the hotel provides well-furnished rooms and modern amenities.
Check-in: 2:00 pm
Check out: 12:00 pm

Nar Narayan Guest House

Located centrally in Badrinath, a destination for the religiously inclined, Nar Narayan is ideal for budget travelers and is located on the way to Badrinath Temple and the main market. From delicious foods to yoga and meditation services, a doctor on call, multilingual staff, free parking, housekeeping services, Nar Narayan has everything a budget traveler looks for.
Check-in: 2:00 pm
Check out: 12:00 pm

Sarovar Portico

Sarovar Portico is a 3-star hotel in the pilgrimage town of Badrinath. The hotel has 56 spectacular rooms, both suites and deluxe, and provides a magnificent view of the surroundings. Dining choices include a multi-cuisine restaurant called Sarovar and Cafe in the park which is a vegetarian restaurant near Mana Village. The hotel provides deluxe rooms and suites, a separate sitting area for guests, a health and wellness center, free car parking, free wifi, and top-notch services to make your stay hassle-free.
Check-in: 12:00 pm
Check out: 12:00 pm Know More

Places to Eat in Mana Village

Last Tea Shop In India

Mana is called the Last Village of India, which makes this tea shop the Last Tea Shop of India. You can order tea and local dishes as well as Maggi and have a nice time listening to stories of this historically significant village while sipping your tea and enjoying the serene beauty of the valley.

Cafe In The Park

This in-house restaurant is a part of a 3-star hotel called Sarovar Portico in Badrinath. Offering mouth-watering delicacies, the restaurant boasts of high-end interiors and is 100% vegetarian. Being a multi-cuisine restaurant, Cafe in the park provides both North Indian and South Indian food.

Big Daddy

Big Daddy is another multi-cuisine restaurant that is owned by Narayan Palace Hotel. Located at a distance of 750 m from Badrinath, Big Daddy offers free wifi, delicious food, and some jaw-dropping views of the mountains.