The pictorial cancellation features a detailed architectural illustration of the ancient multi-tiered Hidimba Devi Temple, displaying its distinct three-tiered wooden pagoda roofs, carved timber facade, and surrounding cedar tree forest. The cancellation text prominently features "हिडिम्बा देवी मन्दिर / HIDIMBA DEVI TEMPLE" and the post office identifier "मनाली डाक घर / MANALI P.O." in both Hindi and English.
Located in Manali, Himachal Pradesh, the Hidimba Devi Temple (locally known as Dhungari Temple) was built in 1553 CE by Maharaja Bahadur Singh. Dedicated to Hidimbi Devi—a prominent figure in the Hindu epic Mahabharata and wife of Bhima—the sanctuary is built around a natural cave where she is believed to have meditated. Famous for its indigenous Kath-Kuni style architecture and intricate wood carvings, the temple is an iconic cultural landmark of the Kullu Valley commemorated through this permanent postal mark.
