The historic town of Mandi is located along the banks of the River Beas. Mandi is known for its 81 old stone temples and their enormous range of fine carving, it is often called the 'Varanasi of the Hills'.

Winter starts in December and ends in March. Temperatures in Mandi touch freezing point. Heavy snowfall occurs in December and is a good site to witness white hills.

Summer steps in March and continue till May. Summer temperatures remain moderate with the highest touching 35 degrees at time.

Monsoon or the rainy season starts in June and lasts till September. Good amounts of rain occurs in Mandi in the season. Visits during these months should be avoided due to wet and slippery hills.

Best time to visit Mandi is from October to November and then from March to May as weather remains comfortable during these months. Mandi could be a good option for witnessing snowfall if you want to avoid the crowds of Shimla.