The famous Manimahesh yatra in Bharmour tribal subdivision of Chamba district will commence on August 19, on the occasion of Krishna Janmashtami. It would conclude on September 2, on the occasion of Radhashtami. Online registration of pilgrims will also be started.

During the yatra, lakhs of devotees take a dip in the holy Manimahesh lake, situated at an altitude of 4,170 metres. From the lake, they can clearly see the Mount Kailash, the abode of Lord Shiva at an altitude of 5,656 metres, to pay obeisance.