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Manyashi Village

A tiny ridge village above Dehuri in the Sainj Valley with two wooden tower temples and wide valley views, reached by a 15 to 20 minute walk through terraced orchards and crop fields

  • Tower temples
  • Sainj Valley
  • 15 min walk from Dehuri
  • Ridge views
  • No entry fee
  • No accommodation

What makes it special

Manyashi is a tiny village perched on a ridge above Dehuri in the Sainj Valley. From Dehuri's flat agricultural floor, you can see it clearly on the hillside, two wooden towers poking up above the rooftops. A 15 to 20 minute walk through terraced fields of apple, maize, and barley brings you to the base. A short climb through orchards gets you up to the village itself.

The reason to come is the two wooden tower temples. One is dedicated to Pundrik Rishi, the same sage after whom the nearby Pundrik Rishi Lake is named. The other is dedicated to a local deity called Janjar (sometimes spelled Janasar in traveller accounts). The towers are built in the traditional stone and wood style of the Kullu hills, and from the ridge, they frame the entire Sainj Valley below. If you have seen the Raila Twin Towers or Chehni Kothi, these are in the same family. Smaller, quieter, and almost never visited by outside travellers.

Here is the honest framing. Manyashi is not a destination you plan a trip around. It is a 1 to 1.5 hour side walk from Dehuri that you do on the same day you visit the lake, or on a separate morning if you are staying in the area. The village is small. There are no shops, no accommodation, and no facilities. You walk up, see the towers and the view, walk around the village lanes, and walk back down. The whole thing takes about an hour including the walk. But that hour is one of the most photogenic in the valley.

Outsiders generally cannot enter the tower temples. This is consistent with similar structures across the Kullu region. Photograph the exteriors, enjoy the ridge view, and respect the space. If a local villager is around, ask about the history. You will learn more in five minutes of conversation than from any search result.

Quick answers

Is Manyashi worth visiting?
If you are already in Dehuri or the Sainj Valley, yes. The twin tower temples and the ridge views of the valley are the draw. But keep in mind it is an easy side excursion rather than a primary base, best combined with Pundrik Rishi Lake on the same day for a satisfying half day from Dehuri.
How do I get to Manyashi?
Walk from Dehuri village. The trail is flat through terraced fields, then a short climb up to the ridge. About 15 to 20 minutes one way. No vehicle access. No guide needed.
How much time do I need?
About 1 to 1.5 hours round trip from Dehuri, including time at the village and the towers. Half a day if combining with Pundrik Rishi Lake.
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Quick facts

Everything you need to know at a glance.

At a glance

Location
On a ridge above Dehuri village, Sainj Valley, Kullu district, Himachal Pradesh.
Approximate altitude
Slightly higher than Dehuri (~2,050 m), exact figure not confirmed.
Nearest base
Dehuri village, 15 to 20 minute walk. Sainj town, about 7 to 10 km.
Time needed
1 to 1.5 hours round trip from Dehuri including the visit.
Entry fee
None.
Effort level
Easy. Flat walk then short uphill climb.

On the ground

Mobile network
Intermittent BSNL and Jio. Assume patchy.
Food
Nothing in Manyashi. Carry water and a snack from Dehuri or Sainj.
Accommodation
None. Stay in Dehuri (homestays) or Sainj town.
Walking
Flat trail through fields, short climb at the end. Shoes with grip after rain.

Seasonal weather

  • March to June
    22°6°
    Spring and Summer
  • July to September
    24°14°
    Monsoon
  • October to November
    20°4°
    Autumn
  • December to February
    12°-4°
    Winter

Suitable for

  • Couples — suitable
  • Families — suitable
  • Seniors — suitable
  • Solo — suitable
  • First-timers — suitable
  • Pet-friendly — with some care

How to reach Manyashi Village

1 approach route, with seasonal access.

  • From Dehuri village (on foot)

    Year round. Fields can be muddy in monsoon.
    Distance
    About 1 km from Dehuri village centre
    Time
    15 to 20 minutes one way
    Road
    Village footpath through agricultural terraces. No vehicle access.

    The only approach. From Dehuri village, walk across the flat agricultural fields towards the ridge where the two tower temples are clearly visible. The trail passes through crop terraces and apple orchards. After an easy 10 to 15 minute stroll across the valley floor, a brisk 5 minute climb up the hillside brings you straight into the village. The path is well trodden by villagers and obvious. No signboards needed, you can see the towers from below.

Best time to visit

Season by season, so you can plan around the weather rather than hope.

  • Recommended

    Spring and early summer

    March to June

    Warm days, green fields, the most comfortable window.

    Weather
    6 to 22 degrees.
    Fields
    Green and active with crops.
    Trail
    Dry, easy.

    Comfortable walking weather. The agricultural fields along the trail are green and active. Apple orchards bloom in April. The tower temples look best in early morning or late afternoon side light.

  • Monsoon

    July to September

    Lush but muddy. Pick a clear morning.

    Weather
    14 to 24 degrees. Rain frequent.
    Fields
    Peak green.
    Trail
    Can be muddy.

    The fields are at their lushest but the trail can be muddy and the last stretch slippery. The towers and village look brooding and dramatic when enveloped in mountain mist. Worth it on a clear morning, frustrating in continuous rain.

  • Recommended

    Autumn

    October to November

    Clean air, harvest activity, the most photogenic window.

    Weather
    4 to 20 degrees. Cold nights.
    Fields
    Harvest activity. Photogenic.
    Trail
    Dry and firm.

    The best window for photography. Clean air, golden light on the towers and the terraced fields. Apple harvest in the orchards means you may share the trail with mule caravans. October is the single best month.

  • Winter

    December to February

    Cold and bare. Only if you are already nearby.

    Weather
    Minus 4 to 12 degrees.
    Fields
    Bare.
    Trail
    Cold. Possible frost.

    Cold and quiet. The fields are bare. The towers are still there and still worth seeing, but the walk is less interesting without the crop activity. Come only if you are in Dehuri anyway.

Things to see & do

3 things worth your time at Manyashi Village.

  1. Visit the twin tower temples

    20 to 30 minutes

    The main reason to come. Two wooden tower temples stand on the ridge: one for Pundrik Rishi, one for the local deity Janjar. Walk around the base of each tower and look at the stone and wood construction. The towers are visible from Dehuri, but up close you can see the layered joinery and the slate roofing. The ridge vantage point offers views across the entire Sainj Valley floor and the terraced agricultural fields below. Outsiders cannot enter the temples. Photograph from outside.

  2. Walk up from Dehuri through the terraced fields

    15 to 20 minutes one way

    The walk from Dehuri to Manyashi is the quiet highlight. The trail starts on flat agricultural land, crossing through fields of apple, maize, peas, tomatoes, and barley. The landscape shifts as you climb to orchards and the village. In harvest season (September to October), you may share the trail with mule caravans carrying apples down to the road. The walk is easy and obvious, no guide needed.

  3. Combine with Pundrik Rishi Lake from Dehuri

    Half day total

    If you have seen the towers, combine the outing with a walk to Pundrik Rishi Lake from Dehuri (30 to 45 minutes in the other direction). The lake, the tower temples, and a wander through Dehuri village itself make a full and satisfying half day without needing any special fitness or planning. Return to your homestay for a late lunch.

Know before you visit Manyashi Village

The practical bits, from people who have been.

Facilities and ground realityNo accommodation, no shops, no signal. Stay in Dehuri. Carry water.

Manyashi has no accommodation, no shops, and no facilities of any kind. It is a small residential village, not a tourist stop. Plan to stay in Dehuri (several homestays, about 15 to 20 minutes walk below) or in Sainj town. Carry water and a snack if you are combining the Manyashi walk with the Pundrik Rishi Lake walk on the same outing.

Mobile signal is intermittent in this part of the valley. The same patchy BSNL and Jio coverage that applies to Dehuri extends here. Download offline maps before leaving Sainj. No ATM anywhere nearby; the nearest is in Sainj town.

Respect the spaceTemples are sacred. View from outside only. Greet locals, listen if they share.

The tower temples are active sacred structures for the village. Do not attempt to enter, climb, or touch the towers. Photograph from outside. Walk around the village lanes respectfully. Greet locals if you encounter them. The village is small enough that an outsider is noticed, and a friendly greeting sets the right tone.

If a local is willing to share the history of the temples, listen. The stories behind the Pundrik Rishi tower and the Janjar deity are part of the valley's living oral tradition, and you will not find them written down anywhere.

The walkEasy, flat walk with a short climb. Family friendly. No guide needed.

The walk from Dehuri is easy and family friendly. The trail is flat agricultural land for most of the way, with a short uphill climb at the end to reach the village. Children of any age can do it. Active seniors will find it manageable. The path is obvious and well trodden by villagers. No guide needed. In monsoon, the fields can be muddy but the trail itself stays passable. Shoes with grip help after rain.

Nearby attractions

Other places worth the detour.

  • Dehuri Village (Deohari)

    15 to 20 minute walk downhill

    The base village for the Manyashi walk. Broad, flat agricultural valley with homestays, a Devi Temple, and the closest bus stop. You walk to Manyashi from here.

  • Pundrik Rishi Lake

    About 2 to 3 km from Dehuri

    A sacred grassy wetland reached by a 30 to 45 minute forest walk from Dehuri in the other direction. The natural pairing with a Manyashi visit for a full half day.

  • Shangarh Meadows

    About 15 to 20 km via Sainj

    The most visited spot in Sainj Valley. A sacred meadow with the Shangchul Mahadev Temple. About 15 to 20 km by road from Dehuri via Sainj town.

  • Upper Neahi village

    About 1 hour walk past the lake

    A village higher up the valley from Dehuri with a small meadow and views of the Raktisar glacier. Reachable by walking past Pundrik Rishi Lake, about an hour beyond.

Our packages with Manyashi Village

Curated trips that include a visit to Manyashi Village.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Manyashi village?

A small village on a ridge above Dehuri (Deohari) in the Sainj Valley, Kullu district, Himachal Pradesh. It is known for two wooden tower temples dedicated to Pundrik Rishi and Janjar. Reached by a 15 to 20 minute walk from Dehuri through terraced fields.

Is Manyashi worth visiting?

If you are already in Dehuri or the Sainj Valley and enjoy traditional Himalayan architecture and short village walks, yes. The tower temples and the ridge views of the valley are genuinely photogenic. But it is a short side walk, not a standalone destination. Plan it as part of a Dehuri day that includes Pundrik Rishi Lake.

How do I reach Manyashi?

From Dehuri village, walk across the flat agricultural fields towards the ridge where the towers are visible. The trail takes 15 to 20 minutes through crop fields and apple orchards, with a short climb at the end. No guide needed, the path is obvious. There is no direct vehicle access to Manyashi.

How much time do I need?

About 1 to 1.5 hours round trip from Dehuri, including time at the village. The walk itself is 15 to 20 minutes each way. Most travellers spend 20 to 30 minutes looking at the towers and the views.

Can I enter the tower temples?

Generally no. The temples are sacred to the village community and outsiders are usually not permitted inside. This is common for tower temples across the Kullu region. Photograph the exterior architecture and enjoy the views.

Is there accommodation in Manyashi?

No. Manyashi is a tiny village with no shops, no accommodation, and no facilities. Stay in Dehuri (several homestays) or Sainj town.

Is the walk suitable for families?

Yes. The walk is short and the trail is flat until the final short climb. Families with children of any age can manage it. Seniors who are comfortable with a gentle uphill walk will be fine.

What is the best time to visit?

March to June and October to November. The harvest season (September to October) is particularly photogenic, with apple and crop activity in the fields along the trail.

Written by
Travel Coffee EditorialHimalayan specialists
Last reviewed
May 2026