WHAT TO KNOW

Hardly 3 km from Badrinath, Mana is the last village at the Uttarakhand Indo-Tibetan border. This quaint village is around 3219 m above sea level and boasts a clearer sky and cleaner air. Resting on the banks of River Saraswati, Mana is home to the Bhotias (Mongol tribe). One can spend an entire day here appreciating the exquisitely carved rustic cottages. Detox yourself in the calmness of Mana while enjoying the cascade at the Vasundhara Falls. Gaze and goggle at the origin of the Saraswati River. Watch her gracefully flow into the Alaknanda River to form the Keshav Prayag. Catch sight of the sturdy Bheem Pul. Gain some enriching experience at the annual fair of Mata Murti temple and sip on the warmth of tea at the last Indian tea stall. Mana is much more than a mythological experience. It is a boon for trek lovers. Basketful flora and picturesque canvas make Mana a trekker's dream.

BEST TIME TO VISIT

Mana village is best to visit from May to early November. From November to April, the region remains inaccessible due to heavy snowfall.