Manali Hill Tourism
Manali-Introduction
Naturelovera nd have not yet been to the beautiful hill resort of Manli in Himachal Pradesh, then you are really missing something. Imagine snow-capped mountains in the backdrop, hillsides covered with green pine trees and vast green lawns and fragrant fruit orchards. This is exactly how Manali looks. A perfect hill resort along the Beas river that not only offers such natural beauty to its visitors but also a chance to try out certain adventurous sports, Travel to Manali is immensely popular among the tourists as it is considered to be an ideal getaway to escape the heat of summer. Situated on the Beas River, it is renowned for its scenic beauty. The breathtaking beauty of the landscapes can leave you mesmerized here at Manali. You can also see the true beauty of nature here. There was a time when this place was more like a sleepy town, away from the glare of bustling city life. But now, it has undergone a sea change
Manali - Fast Facts
Altitude 2,050, meters above sea level
Location 40km from kullu
STD Code01902
Attractions Of Manali
Vashist Village
It is a beautiful village in Manali, flocked by the tourists for its natural hot springs and Buddhist temples. Most of the population of this village consists of Buddhists.
Solang Village
Offering fabulous scenic beauty, the Solang Village is a captivating destination and the credit goes to its “snow point”. You can treat yourself to mesmerizing views of the glaciers and the snow-capped mountain ranges at the snow point.
Rotang Pass
The Rotang Pass promises to enchant its visitors with its celestial beauty. Located at an elevation of 13,050 feet above sea level, Rotang Pass is a destination of unspoiled beauty. Rotang Pass is synonymous with ice and the best time to visit it is June.
Hadimba Devi Temple
The history of this temple dates back to 1553. Its flawlessly carved doorway and four tiered pagoda roof are notable.
Manu Temple
Dedicated to the great sage Manu, the temple is visited by many a visitor.
Manikaran
Known for its hot spring, Manikaran is located at a height of 1700 m. The hot spring is considered sacred because it is here that goddess Parvati, the consort of lord Shiva, lost her earring. It is considered auspicious to take a dip in this hot spring.
Arjun Gufa
There is a legend associated with this Gufa and it goes that Arjuna, one of the pandavas, meditated here to earn Pasupata Astra from Lord Indra.
Adventure in Manali
A Jeep safari is an interesting way to explore Manali. The best route for a Jeep Safari is from Manali to Leh, which remains open only form June to September.
Mountaineering in Manali
Manali offers exciting opportunities for mountaineering. Apart from offering entertainment and thrill, this expedition gives an opportunity to view the scenic beauty of Manali.
Snow Skiing in Manali
The snow covered stretches of Manali are perfect destinations for snow-skiing. The training courses and facilities for snow-skiing are made available by the Directorate of Mountaineering and Allied Sports. Tourists can hire skiing equipments from HPTDC office at a reasonable price. However, indulge in this adventurous activity only if you are physically and mentally healthy.
How to Reach Manali
* Air
Nearest airport is at Bhuntar, 50 km away. Archana Airways and Jagson Airlines operate daily flights from Delhi to Kullu. U.P Airways flights are seasonal.
* Rail
Upto Chandigarh or Shimla from Delhi, or via Pathankot to Jogindernagar, and then bus transfers.
* Road
Himachal Tourism runs deluxe/ordinary buses and private operators are available during the season. The bus terminal is well organised and the ticket office is computerised. Deluxe buses are booked, and leave from, the tourist office, while semideluxe are handled from the bus terminal itself.
Manali Tours
Day -1:
Unravel in Manali check into the May flower hotel. For the day relax in the pine scented air of the deep woods or we recommend a stroll to he Tibetan bazaar where you find bargains in copper and woven fabric.
Day -2:
Drive out in the morning to a fully excursion of the charming forest hideout of nagger. Nicholas Roerich the Russian painter worked here in the solitude of his quaint cottage now a museum. We serve an outdoor lunch at nagger to a panoramic view of the Beas valley Explore the vicinity ramble in the forest, see roaches Work and then take a pleasant drive back to Manali.
Day -3:
Depart in the morning for the sulphur springs of Manikaran At the weaver's colony you may find chamba shawls in favorite geometric designs. En route, visit the Angora Farm A picnic lunch outdoors encourages further closeness to nature. We bring you back to Manali in good time for a relaxed evening.
Day- 4:
On this special day, we offer you a mountain drive to Rohtang Pass a white water rafting stretch on the Beas or trout fishing in languor. In winter experience the excitement differently. Would you like to build an igloo try skiing and to organising trek to the Hidimba Temple? Or simply snuggle up in the warmth of the wood fire.
Day - 5:
After a relaxed morning, check out is at noon.
Travel Information:
The nearest airport is Bhuntar, 52 km south of Manali. There are flights to Delhi via Shimla. The closest narrow-gauge railhead is at Jogindernagar, 135 km away. The closest broad-gauge railheads are Chandigarh (310 km) and Ambala (355 km). By road, the distance from Delhi via Mandi is 585 km, and from Shimla the distance is 270 km