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 MANA - Last Indian Village


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About Mana

Mana is a village in the district of Chamoli in the Indian state of Uttarakhand, located at an altitude of 3,200 meters. It is located on the northern terminus of National Highway 7 (new numbering system), Mana is the last village before the Mana Pass and is 26 km from the border of India and Tibet 
The village is at a distance of about 3 km from the Hindu Pilgrimage Badrinath and the two places are culturally connected with each other.

Demography of Mana:



As per Census 2011 the village had about 558 households and a population of about 1214. The people belong to Marchhas and Jads or Bhotias. During winter months, the entire populations comes down to lower places, as the area is covered under snow. Many coffee shops here tell people that their shop is the last coffee shop on the Indian border.


What is Mana village famous for?

Mana is famous for its many things like woollen garments and materials (Mostly of Sheep wool), shawls, caps, muffler, ashan, pankhi (A thin blanket made of Sheep wool), carpet etc. Apart from this Mana is famous for its potatoes and kidney beans.



If you happen to visit this minuscule village then don’t forget to shop local goodies and handicraft items.

Legends and Mythologies associated with Mana Village:

  • One can find the traces of Mahabharata in Mana village. The legend has it that Pandavas traversed through Mana village during their spiritual sojourn to heaven known as “Swargarohini”.
  • One can see the famous stone bridge built by Bhim (one of the Pandava brothers), which is known as “Bhim Pul” near river Saraswati.
  • Devotees believe that during their journey to heaven when Draupadi (the wife of Pandava brothers) was unable to cross the river, Bhim placed the rock to make way for her.
  • While another legend states that Vyas Gufa in Mana village is the place, where the legend of Mahabharatha was composed by Maharshi Vyas.
  • There is an another cave in vicinity called Ganesha Gufa. It also has a religious importance and is a famous visitor’s attraction.

Places to visit in Mana Village:

Mana being the last known village on the Indo-Tibetan border offers several spiritual and adventurous expeditions. To make your rendezvous memorable check out some of the best tourist attractions to visit in Mana.

1. Neelkanth:



  • Sitting at an altitude of 6,597 metres, the Neelkanth Peak is popular as the “Queen of Garhwal”.
  • It is 3.2 km away by road and further 7 km on foot from Mana village.
  • You’ll be blessed with views of Badrinath and Brahma Kamal flower. One can witness it here growing in abundance.

2. Taptakund:



  • The thermal water pool of Taptakund is a sacred natural pond. Many tourists visit this throughout the year.
  • Many believe it is the abode of Lord Agni. The kund is said to have medicinal properties which can treat many skin ailments.

3. Badrinath Temple:

Badrinath Temple uttarakhand india
Badrinath Temple
  • The holy shrine of Badrinath is one among the Char-dhams and Chota Chardhams in Uttarakhand.
  • It is a Vaishnavite site and is one of the most important temples in India.
  • This Hindu pilgrimage site is located about 4.4 km away from Mana village.

4. Vasudhara Falls:

vasudhara waterfall
Vasudhara waterfall
  • This frothy waterfall is approximately 8 km away from Mana village.
  • It is about 2.8 km by road, after which you need to commence a short 5 to 6 km trek on foot.
  • The wilderness around Vasudhara Falls will leave you spellbound.

5. Vyas Gufa:

Vyas Gufa chamoli, vyas cave chamoli
Vyas Gufa
  • The cave is famous because of Sage Vyas, who wrote the four Vedas in this place.
  • Vyas Gufa is only 200 metres away from Mana village and one can easily access it. The temple roof is what attracts the most attention as it appears like the pages from Ved Vyas collection of his holy books.
  • The cave houses a 5,000-year-old shrine, which is dedicated to Maharshi Vyas.

6. Saraswati Temple:



  • This tiny place of worship is dedicated to Saraswati river, one of the sacred rivers according to the Hindu mythology.
  • The Saraswati temple flows in the valley. The travellers can reach by taking a km ride and further 1 km on foot.

7. Bheem Pul:

bheem pul

  • As per Hindu mythology, Pandava brother Bheem built this stone bridge by throwing a boulder over Saraswati river.
  • The Bheem Pul is within the proximity of Mana village at only 350 metres away.
  • It is surrounded by ethereal natural beauty which is perfect for indulging in photography.

8. Mata Murti Temple:


  • This religious site is home to Lord Narayan’s mother.
  • According to the folklore Mata Murti requested Lord Vishnu to be born as her son. The Lord granted her wish and manifested in the form of twin peaks called Nar and Narayan.
  • Many devotees visit here during the month of August as the temple holds a grand fair every year.

Trekking at Mana Village:

The village serves as the base for several high altitude treks that are challenging yet rewarding. Many avid trekkers from far-off places throng here to explore the lesser known trails. Mana village is one of the best places for trekking in India as it offers adrenaline pumping expeditions. There are many thrilling trek routes that begin from Mana like:

1. Mana to Vasudhara:



  • The mild trail of Mana to Vasudhara takes two hours to complete.
  • During this trek, you’ll be blessed with the awe-inspiring view of the Vasudhara river valley.
  • The ginormous waterfall of Vasudhara is located about 9 km away from Badrinath temple.
  • The locals believe that the place served as a temporary refuge for the Pandava brothers, during their time of exile.

2. Mana to Mana Pass:



  • Mana Pass is a mountain pass in the Himalayas, on the border between India and Tibet.
  • It is the source of river Saraswati, a tributary of Alaknanda river.
  • Mana pass nestles the Deotal Lake, from where the river Saraswati originates. This pass is only used by the Army and ITBP jawans for carrying supplies to border posts.
  • Mana Pass is not open for the civilians. A permit has to be taken from the administration to trek here.
  • One can admire the unspoiled views of Chaukhamba, a mountain summit of Garhwal Himalayan Range from here.

3. Mana to Satopanth:



  • Satopanth Tal is a pristine lake nuzzled in Mana Village. It is located at an altitude of 4,600 metres (15,100 feet) above sea level.
  • The trek to Satopanth starts from Mana which is 4 km ahead of Badrinath.
  • Since the gradient is a little tough, wear sturdy shoes that will make the climb easier.

How to reach Mana Village:

Mana village in Chamoli district is at a distance of 4 km from Badrinath Dham. The village strategically lies before the Mana Pass and is 24 km from the border of India and Tibet. The region is well-connected to cities such as,

  • Haridwar
  • Rishikesh
  • Badrinath
  • And Joshimath through NH-58.

By Road



If you are choosing the road as a means of transport then you can follow the route to Joshimath through NH51 and then head towards Mana village.

By Train



Haridwar railway station at 275 km away is the nearest railhead to Mana village. From here, you can take the bus or hire a taxi to reach the village.

By Air



Jolly Grant airport at Dehradun is the closest air connectivity from Mana village. Mana is approximately 315 km away from Dehradun. Taxis are easily available from Jolly Grant airport are easily available to Mana village.

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