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About Manali

bout 40 Kms. away from Kullu to the north, Manali is situated near the end of the valley on the National Highway leading to Leh. The landscape here is breathtaking. One sees well-defined snow capped peaks, the Beas River with its clear water meanders through the town. On the other side are deodar and pine trees, tiny fields and fruit orchards. It is an excellent place for a holiday, a favorite resort for trekkers to Lahaul, Spiti, Kinnaur, Leh and Zanskar regions in Kashmir valley. It is known as SWITZERLAND OF INDIA. Manali is an important hill station of northern India and is the destination of thousands of tourists every year. Its cool atmosphere provides a perfect heaven for the ones afflicted by the hot Indian summers. Besides offering quite a few places for sightseeing, the city is also famous for adventure sports like skiing, hiking, mountaineering, paragliding, rafting, trekking, kayaking, and mountain biking. In short, Manali is the "Valley of the Gods" and an ideal place for the ones in search of both adventure and comfort. AIR: The nearest airfield is at Bhunter (Close to Kullu) located just 48 kms away from Manali. RAIL: The nearest railhead is at Kiratpur, 240 kms away. However, the railhead in Chandigarh is more convenient in terms of facilities available. Chandigarh is also well connected with major cities of India through railway network. ROAD: Access through National Highway 21, the hotel is 570 kms from Delhi, 425 kms from Dalhousie, 315 kms from Chandigarh and 275 kms from Shimla.

BIJLI MAHADEV TEMPLE

BIJLI MAHADEV TEMPLE

Bijli Mahadev Temple is a huge temple that is dedicated to Lord Shiva. This temple is located at the height of 2,450 m above sea level offers beautiful view of nearby mountains and residential houses in the valley. Often called as the ‘Temple of Lightening’, this temple is famous among locals and tourists for the legend behind its Shiva Lingam. It is believed that the temple possesses a Shiva Linga, which had broken into pieces due to lightning. The broken pieces of the Shiva Linga were bound together by the temple priest using butter. This activity repeats itself once every year. To reach the temple, tourists are required to trek for 3 km on foot through a path that is lined with pine trees.

MANALI CLUB HOUSE

Ideal for people of kids as well as adults, Club House is an amazing amusement and adventure zone, which is one of the most popular attractions in Manali. Placed on the banks of Manalsu Nallah (branch of Beas River), it has various indoor and outdoor game facilities. The Club house is managed by the Himachal Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation (HPTDC). It has British style of architecture. Visitors can enjoy games like carom, skating, go-karting billiards, and table tennis. Adventurous souls can also try their hand at zip-lining where one has to cross a river using ropeway. There is an in-house restaurant at the Club House complex where the guests can enjoy hot and cold beverages, along with some delightful snacks. Other additions are video games centre, an auditorium and a library. There are a few shops also where you can get your hands on some good woolen clothing and other keepsakes.

MANALI CLUB HOUSE
TIBETAN MONASTERY

TIBETAN MONASTERY

Manali has several colorful monasteries that represent the rich culture and history of the Tibetan people settled in Kullu and Manali. There are two main monasteries in Manali that draw a large number of tourists-the Gadhan Thekchoking Gompa and the Himalayan Nyingamapa Gompa. These monasteries are surrounded by several small shops selling beautiful handicrafts and carpets, made by Tibetan people living nearby these monasteries. The Tibetan Monasteries also run a Thanks School of Arts and a Carpet-weaving Center to preserve ancient Tibetan art. The paintings inside these buildings depict events from Lord Buddha's life and the Kalchakra, i.e., the wheel of life fixed on the wall of the monastery shows the human life cycle. The Buddhists believe that rotating these wheelsgives you salvation.

MANALI SANCTUARY

The exquisite greenery and the presence of wild mountain animals make the Manali Wildlife Sanctuary one of the must see destinations in Manali. This amazing sanctuary is located about two kilometers away from the main town and is spread over 3,180 hectares of land. Established in the year 1954, the Manali Wildlife Sanctuary includes animals like the Himalayan Black Bear, Musk Deer, Flying Fox, Stripped Hyena, Himalayan Tahr, Indian Hare, Barking Deer, Palm Civet, Serows, Himalayan Yellow Throated Martens, and Kashmir Flying Squirrels. Endangered animals like leopards, Brown Bears, and Goral can also be seen here. The rich forest of this Manali sanctuary is covered with trees like Deodar, Horse Chestnut, Kail, Maple, and Walnut. The best time to visit this marvelous place is during winter, when the surroundings are livelier and more enjoyable.

MANALI SANCTUARY
MANU TEMPLE

MANU TEMPLE

Manu Temple is believed to be the only temple of Manu in India, who is considered as the creator of the human race on earth. Located at a distance of 3 km from the main bazaar in Old Manali, the temple is believed to be the abode of Manu, the ancient law-giver of India. Its close connection with the seventh incarnation of the sage is due to mythology that states his saving the Vedas and the seven sages from inundation during the great flood. Folklore points to the fact that subsequent to the great flood, Manu landed at Manali and made the place his abode. Greasy pebbled sandstone trails mark the path that needs to be covered on foot to reach the temple.

Nehru Kund

Nehru Kund gets its name from the first Prime minister of India, Jawaharlal Nehru who is said to have had water from the natural spring when he used to stay in Manali. Located on Manali Leh Highway, it is believed that the waters of this spring originate from famous Bhrigu Lake. Nehru Kund is known for the cold and pristine water running here and breathtaking scenery of mountains and valleys all around. Nehru Kund is famous for photography among tourists. The place has the perfect natural lighting for a great photo shoot. On some days when the weather is perfect, you will find the tourist folks rushing to the place to capture some great shots.

Nehru Kund
Van Vihar, Manali

Van Vihar, Manali

Adorned with sky touching deodar trees and laid by a dense carpet of vivid shades of green, the Van Vihar in Manali is a haven for nature lovers and avifauna enthusiasts. Also known as Van Vihar National Park, it is run and maintained by the municipal corporation of the city, and is located near the Mall Road making it easily accessible. This beautiful garden is a popular and frequently visited destination for children and adults alike. The favourite attraction of this park is a sparkling man-made lake that rests in the middle of the lush green landscape and brings the entire vicinity to life! Boating on the placid waters of the lake at Van Vihar and witnessing the mesmerising allure of the towering deodar trees will instil a beautiful sense of calm within you.

Solang Valley

When heading to Manali for a vacation, two absolutely essential destinations in the itinerary are Rohtang and Solang Valley. 14 kilometres to the north west of the main town of Manali, Solang Valley is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Himachal Pradesh. Situated on the way to Rohtang from Manali, every year the valley welcomes tourists in huge numbers. A favourite for adventure enthusiasts, parachuting to paragliding, horse riding to driving mini-open jeeps specially available for tourists of all age groups, Solang Valley has it all. During winters, Solang valley is covered with snowmaking skiing is a popular sport here, with training institutes and trainers located in the valley to supervise skiers and train beginners. As the snow melts, skiing is taken over by zorbing. Another popular attraction of Solang valley, taking advantage of the slopes of the valley, you are likely to spot a huge transparent ball with mostly two people inside it rolling down the slope during summers. Yes, Zorbing is as much fun as it looks like. One of the most vibrant and enjoyable places in Manali, there is no way one can possibly miss this amazing valley, while here.

Solang Valley
Rohtang Pass

Rohtang Pass

When planning a trip to Manali, a day off to the vista point of Rohtang Pass is the ultimate and almost essential attraction of the itinerary. Located at a distance of just 51 kilometres from the main town, Rohtang Pass can be reached only by road. The pass is located at a massive height of 3978 metres, the way up the hills is a treat to the eyes. As the vehicle climbs higher on the Manali- Keylong road, the beauty of the landscape around will leave you awestruck. A peculiar fact behind the name of the place is that it was named so because a number of people working in CBRE died whilst trying to cross this treacherous stretch. Owing to its splendid natural beauty, Rohtang Pass is a favourite among the community of film directors. Many blockbusters ranging from 'Jab We Met' to 'Yeh Jawani Hai Deewani' have been shot here. To just curl up on your seat in the car as it begins to chill with every increasing metre on the altitude scale and gaze outside at the mesmerizing beauty of nature is absolute bliss. Rohtang pass is an experience of nature in one of its rawest forms possible, amongst mountain peaks covered with snow, breathtaking view and magnificent and sprawling landscapes and views. The magnificence of the white landscape and sonorous silence is a mesmerising thing worth experiencing.

Hidimba Temple

Located amidst the snow-covered hills of Manali, the Hadimba Temple is a unique shrine dedicated to Hidimba Devi, who was the wife of Bhima and mother of Ghatothkach. Surrounded by gorgeous cedar forests, this beautiful shrine is built on a rock which is believed to be in the image of goddess Hidimba herself. The construction style of the Hidimba Devi temple is entirely different from that of any of the other temples, with its wooden doorways, walls, and cone-shaped roof. This temple is a fitting dedication to its presiding deity Hadimba. The magnificent Hidimba Devi Temple holds monumental importance to Hindu pilgrims as it is a part of the Hindu epic Mahabharata. Even apart from that, the Hadimba Temple is no less of wonder to nature lovers. Packed away into the laps of nature, this temple offers a quiet getaway to nature and peace lovers. Being quite a quaint story in itself, the Hidimba Temple is slowly but steadily attracting tourists from all over the country to its doors where history and heritage meet natural beauty.

Hidimba Temple
Hot water Spring

Hot water Spring

Watch steam rising from the boiling water of the "hot cave" at Hot Water Spring. Both Sikh and Hindu revere this holy site, and make pilgrimages to experience the water's reputed healing powers. Explore the Hindu shrines and temples in the area, and then mingle with locals, who boil rice without fire or electricity. You can walk 4 km (2.8 mi) or take an inexpensive cab for this worthwhile trip from Kasol. Plan to visit Hot Water Spring and other customer-reviewed,

Beas River,Manali

Go white water rafting on the rapids of Beas River in Manali. Enjoy the scenic views of forests and mountain peaks as you brave the rushing, clear waters on a rafting or canoeing ride. Boating is prohibited during monsoon season or if the weather is bad, but the river banks provide a picturesque place for hiking, taking a relaxing stroll, or having a picnic. With our online itinerary creator, Manali attractions like Beas River can be center stage of your vacation plans, and you can find out about other attractions like it, unlike it, near it, and miles away.

Beas River,Manali
BHRIGU LAKE

BHRIGU LAKE

Trekking to high altitude glacial Lakes in itself is quite adventurous and manages to catch the interest of every hiker. Usually these high altitudes lakes are difficult to reach and needs days of hiking and crossing difficult terrains, before the sight of the lake can be cherished. But all these tough complications can be kept at bay with the beautiful Bhrigu Lake Trek in the upper Kullu Valley based in the eastern side of the famous Rohtang pass in Himachal Pradesh. This is ideal weekend hiking trip promising loads of entertainment for both beginners as well as experienced hikers. Nestled at an altitude of 14,000 ft the Bhrigu Lake Trek offers fascinating natural vistas and breathtaking views of snow clapped mountains, lush meadows ad verdant rich forests One of the popular trekking expeditions, The Bhrigu Lake Trek has gain preference due to its unconditional display of natural extravaganza and being one of the easy Treks in Himalayas. People with competent physical fitness can easily enjoy the privilege of hiking to the exclusive lake region even without previous hiking experience. The scenic Bhrigu lake has significant historical and religious implications. As per informations provided by the locals, there is an association of the Lake to Sage Bhrig since the pious soul is known to have perform strong meditation and rituals in the banks of the lake hundreds and hundreds of years ago. Even the locals believe that many Gods of the Kullu valley have dipped in the holy waters of the lake making it sacred for the devotees. The location of Bhrigu Lake is about 6km from Gulaba which is a pictorial village about 22 kms from Manali. Be it the unparallel breathtaking views of Seven Sister Peaks or Deo Tibba and Hanuman Tibba, the outstretched Pir Panjal ranges, the rich line of oak and cedar forests, fascinating green lush meadows, enthralling carpeted alpine flooring or the gushing streams along the meandering trails, the scenic vistas of the region is absolutely captivating which also makes the trekking experience overwhelming. With good luck one can also rejoice the sight of Himalayan Monal, Snow Cocks and the beautiful pheasants. Best Season to visit Starting from Mid May, till the month of October, trekking to Bhrigu Lake is absolutely allowed and travelers can plan accordingly. However the ideal time is before the month of June and after August since this is the monsoon time and there remains the probability of landslides in the region. It must also be noted that the temperature of this place during summers hovers around 20-25C in the daytime and falls to 5-7C at night. In winter the temperature gets lower with 10-15C around daytime and nearly 0 to -7C at night. Almost half a year the lake remains frozen, and travelers can enjoy the sight of snow even during the early summer time.

Beas Kund Trek

Other than being famous a tourist destination, Manali is also the way to one of the most undertaken treks - the Beas Kund Trek. This trek is a perfect weekend getaway plan which takes you away from the hustle and bustle of the city life. Get a chance to feast your eyes on the outstanding views of Pir Pinjal mountain ranges over the Beas river, let your soul get wooed by the spectacular meadows of Dhundi and Bakarthach and finally, the glacial lake at Beas Kund which is worth all the hiking. The first leg of the trek is reached by driving from Manali up to the Dhundi road link via the Solang valley, which is famous for providing some of the finest slopes for skiing and it is indeed the starting point for a number of treks in Himachal Pradesh. You have to descend down the Solang valley by following the river Beas up to 8 kilometres by walking on either sides of the stream, after which you will reach Dhundi. The entire landscape on the little mountain is covered by wild flowers complemented by the peaceful silence. You have to set camp and spend the night at Dhundi. The next day, a 6 kilometre will take you through the area full of boulders and small rocks deposited by a glacier. Further ahead, you will reach the campsite at Bakarthach which is a high-altitude meadow and known for its enchanting beauty. The cool breeze will ease your tiredness away and you can see flocks of sheep grazing in the green fields. Put up your tents and spend the night in this haven of calmness. The third day begins a bit early and this includes climbing up a small ridge through Bhoj Patr which will take you all the way up to Beas Kund. You will see ranges of birch trees on your way as they dominate the area. The glacier at Beas Kund is a source to a major river flowing northern India and it has a mythological significance as it is believed that Sage Vyas, the author of Mahabharata, used this place as his meditation grounds. After spending the day in undertaking the complete excursion, you will return to Bakarthach in the evening. Finally, on the last day, you will follow the same trek leading back to Solang after finishing breakfast. From there, you will be escorted back to Manali which marks the end of the trek. So if you ever want to take a break from your otherwise monotonous life, the Beas Kund trek is what you need right. Mark your calendar, pack your bag and set off on the trek to Beas Kund and let your soul rejuvenate.

Beas Kund Trek
 Rahala Falls

Rahala Falls

The stunning Rahala Falls is located at a height of 8,500 ft and about 16 km from Manali. It is located on the way to Rohtang Pass and whoever visits the Rohtang valley makes a halt at Rahala Falls to enjoy the scenic beauty of the place. One can click pictures, trek above the cliff and enjoy the melting ice of this fall. The Rahala waterfall is a result of melting glacier, and so the water of this fall is extremely cold. This fall is set amidst dense forest of deodar, silver birch trees, and fresh and aromatic air. This place is easily accessible from Manali and one can take a bus, car, bike, or pony to reach the spot. The view of the place is really attention-grabbing and it gives mental peace to the visitors. The pleasant weather and the marvelous surroundings make it one of the best attractions in Manali.

Jana Falls

At a distance of 32 km from Manali Bus Stand, 33.5 km from Kullu Bus Stand and 12 km from Naggar, Jana Falls is a beautiful natural waterfall inside a small village known as Jana. The Jana Falls is surrounded by deodar trees, pine trees, apple orchards and spectacular snow-covered mountain peaks; this fall is a charming picnic spot. The first sight of the falls is quite hidden and will be a surprise for the visitor as the water unexpectedly rushes from a cluster of rocks overlooking a wooden bridge. You can also enjoy a refreshing bath at this falls or you can even leisurely swim in the small pool of this falls. One can trek up the hill to reach the top of the hill which provides a better view of the waterfall and its lovely surroundings. The short trek up the hill is fairly easy. The falls can also be reached by a short drive from Naggar. After reaching the location one has to trek for about 10-15 minutes from nearest road point. The road towards Jana waterfalls is breathtaking beautiful. September to June is ideal time to visit to this falls. There are 2-3 buses per day between Naggar and Jana village. The first bus from Naggar departs at 8:30 AM. Otherwise you can take a private taxi from Naggar. Timings: 6 am - 6 pm on all days.

Jana Falls
Snow Scooter

Snow Scooter

The all round snow at Manali means that we can offer snow scooter rides to travellers. These powerful machines will carry you for about 2km through spectacular scenery and are excellent for adrenalin lovers but don't worry, you will always be riding with an experienced local driver. Snow scooters have become a very popular leisure vehicle when people want a small or long ride. After taking the ride of a snowboard, one can find himself in a magnificent nature filled with experiences and adventures. You may either drive snow scooter with an experienced snow scooter driver or drive yourself together with a guide. If skiing is the excitement and thrill then snow scooter is the riding experience with fun and joy. A hugely popular and the most exciting of all rides in the mountain terrains, snow scooter gives a panoramic view of the Sceneries around Manali. Snow Scooter is one of the most popular upcoming adventure sports of Manali.

Cable Car Ropeway

The link auto at Solang Valley is the main rope path in Kullu and Manali, which is getting increasingly famous nowadays. The greater part of the vacationers, the individuals who visit Solang Valley never miss to take a ride in the ropeway. The organization which works this is running a decent eatery at the most noteworthy purpose of the ropeway, where one can appreciate the sustenance in an excellent encompassing. This valley is situated at a separation of 12 KM from primary town before Kothi. The spot is well known for brave games like Bungee bounce, Paragliding, Zorbing, horse riding, trekking and skiing. Kothi offers the beautiful perspective of towering bluffs, iced slopes and undulating knolls. This spot is headed to Rohtang yet take left preoccupation at the town Palchan. The kinship valley which is simply behind Solang is utilized as preparing camps for mountaineers and trekkers also you can perform various other things in Manali. The national Winter Skiing title is likewise sorted out here. Solang valley is almost 2500 Mtrs above ocean level. We did paragliding here and was a joy. A little deal is accessible on the cost. It relies on upon from what stature one needs to have paragliding.

Cable Car Ropeway
Skiing

Skiing

Celebrated for its ski slants and most recent best in class ropeway. Manali is an excellent valley with captivating perspectives of snow-topped mountains, thick conifer woodland, lavish green knolls and a winding stream to go for skiing and is one of the best adventure sports in Manali. It is host to a range of enterprise exercises and one can enjoy sports like skiing, snowboarding and paragliding and can likewise encounter adventure sports in Manali like climbing, outdoors, navigating, snowmobiling, zorbing, mountain biking, quad riding, horse riding and some more. Taking a magnificent ride in the Ropeway to Mt. Phatru at a rise of 3200 mt. what's more, charming its amazing perspectives is definitely a once in an existence time experience. The valley is likewise honoured with a characteristic ice shivling which shapes in winter and stays till late summer at Anjani Mahadev.

Camping

Manali is without a doubt an enterprise capital of India acclaimed for different adventure activities in Manali like Rafting, Paragliding, trekking in the Himalayas, Zorbing, Camping, Birding and other experience sports. Manali vacationer season is the year all round issue with the visitor. Explorers come to appreciate the isolation of hippy towns around the Manali town, globe-trotters want trekking in the Himalayas, rafting, paragliding, skiing and honeymooners and families swarm the Manali town for mountain perspectives and cool air. Manali town serves as the base camp for experience and motorbike addicts for their long requesting voyages to the extreme Trans Himalayan territory of Lahaul and Spiti and Leh Ladakh. Manali likewise serves as the organizing point for trekking in Manali to different treks Chanderkhani Pass, Hampta Pass, Beas Kund Trek, Sar Pass Trek, beautiful Bhrigu Lake trek and various different treks in Lahaul and Spiti.

Camping
Rafting

Rafting

With all real experience exercises banned by the green tribunal, the enterprise tourism of Manali, the centre of experience games, is relying upon waterway rafting, the movement that has not been banned and is being led in Kullu. Stream rafting is composed in the Beas around 30km downstream from Manali and is out of the domain of NGT boycott. "Water was excessively frosty. However, we encountered rafting and appreciated it a ton," said Manav Gupta, a traveller from Delhi. It is a standout amongst the most well-known adventure sports in Manali. "We couldn't do skiing and paragliding. The main accessible experience action was waterway rafting." River rafting is accessible for single persons or gathering of six persons. One can appreciate it on 7km or 14km long extend and the cost is beginning from Rs 500 for each individual. Numerous vacationers who have no clue that experience exercises are not accessible in Manali are being baffled. Opt any packages of rafting in Manali and head on to one of the amazing adventure of your lifetime.

Paragliding

Indulge in one of the highest and longest paragliding experiences in the Himalayas. You can enjoy a 30-minute flight across the Himalayan valleys. Our experienced and certified pilots will ensure that your paragliding experience safe and secure all along. Our take-off point is at Dobhi, situated on NH21 between Kullu and Manali. This experience offers you the bird's eye view of the magnificent Himalayas and the lush green valleys of Manali. Highlights Experienced and certified instructors Up to 30-minute flight World class equipment What To Expect Pick up from Dobhi near the bridge, go to the top of the station to fly. After reaching the take-off point, get ready for paragliding and then fly. You will remain in the air about 30 minutes, it's a long and super exciting experience. Experience ends once we land

Paragliding

Car

The broad gauge railway stations nearest to Manali are in Chandigarh (310 km) and Ambala (300 km). The nearest airport is in Bhuntar, which is also 50 km away. Buses and taxis are easily available from these places and other parts of North India to Manali. Manali can also be reached from Leh by the Leh-Manali route, though it is open for only 4 or 5 months in a year during summers when the snow is removed by the Border Road Organization of India. Still, this road is very picturesque and is one of the most beautiful ways to reach Manali.


Bus

There are frequent bus services from Delhi to Manali which is at a distance of 570 km. There are also bus services from Shimla, Dharamshala, Leh and Chandigarh. Alternatively, you can hire a taxi to travel to Manali. However, make sure the driver has experience driving in hilly regions.


Train

The nearest railway station is Ambala Cantt or Chandigarh. It is well-served by rail but you will need to travel to Ambala to get a bus for Manali.


Flight

The nearest airport is Bhuntar, located at a distance of 50km from Manali and 10km from Kullu. Air India operates a flight from Delhi to Kullu, however, services are irregular and prices very high. You can hire a taxi to go to Manali from the airport or you can go to Kullu and take a bus which operates frequently on this route.


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