Sharp dip in temperature has given rise to a 5-feet ice lingam at Anjani Mahadev near Solang ski slopes. Hundreds of tourists are thronging the temple to witness the miracle of nature.

Anjani Mahadev has become a popular tourist destination of Manali after Rohtang, Solang and Manikaran. It is a must-see destination for both curious and religious-minded people. The lingam takes shape after water drops drip from the rocks and freeze to ice soon after they come in contact with the earth. The phenomenon is itself a proof of severe cold in the area as per a report in TOI by Suresh Sharma.

The lingam that had started forming a week ago is now growing by four to six inches every day and would grow up to 30 feet in the next two months. 

The place was discovered by Baba Prakash Puri two decades ago. A temple has now been built and several hermits live here. Even as tourists are attracted by the serene atmosphere around the temple, the place has emerged as a trekking and horse riding route, providing employment to many residents.

"We are charging Rs 500 for one side and Rs 800 for both sides riding. Hundreds of tourists are visiting ice Shiv lingam every day," a horse keeper Deshraj said, adding that activity at this place flourishes only in winter when the ice lingam starts taking shape.