temple · Kullu-Manali · 1,970 m

Taxi to Hadimba Devi Temple

Hadimba Devi Temple in Old Manali is a 1553 four-tiered wooden pagoda dedicated to Hadimba (wife of Bhima). Built without nails, deep in a deodar forest. Yak rides and photo tourism around the temple.

Best time
Year-round. May–Feb best; monsoon (Jul–Aug) is muddy.
Altitude
1,970 m
Region
Kullu-Manali
Cheapest fare
2,500

Taxi fares to Hadimba Devi Temple

One-way fares from major cities. Round trip is roughly 1.8× the one-way price (driver's return day built in). All fares include tolls, parking & driver allowance.

FromDistanceTimeSedanSUVInnova
Manali1 km1 hrs2,5003,1003,900Details
Kasol45 km1 hrs2,5003,1003,900Details
Kullu51 km1 hrs2,5003,1003,900Details
Mandi100 km2 hrs2,5003,1003,900Details
Dharamshala125 km3 hrs2,5003,1003,900Details
Shimla197 km5 hrs3,3004,1005,100Details
Chandigarh268 km6 hrs4,6005,8007,100Details
Delhi627 km15 hrs11,20014,00017,400Details

Why visit Hadimba Devi Temple

  • 1553 wooden pagoda architecture
  • Ancient deodar forest setting
  • No nails in construction
  • Wife of Bhima (Mahabharat)
  • Yak rides & photo souvenirs
  • 2 km from Manali Mall
Practical note: Free entry. Cover head. Weekends crowded.

Which vehicle for Hadimba Devi Temple?

Sedan (Dzire/Etios)

Couples & solo travellers. Fine for tarred roads up to Manali/Shimla/Dharamshala.

SUV (Ertiga/XL6)

Families of 4-5, moderate luggage, better ground clearance for last-mile rough stretches.

Innova Crysta

High-altitude routes (Kaza, Chandratal), 6 pax + luggage, best comfort on long drives.

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