VISIT BEAUTY
Manali at an altitude of 2,050 m in the Beas River Valley is a beautiful hill station nestled in the mountains of the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh near the northern end of the Kullu Valley.
Manali with a population of approx. 30,000 is administratively a part of the Kullu district. The small town is the beginning of an ancient trade route to Ladakh and from there over the Karakoram Pass on to Yarkand and Khotan in the Tarim Basin.
Manali and the surrounding area is of great significance to Indian culture and heritage as it is said to be the home of the Saptarishi, or Seven Sages.
Places to Visit
Hadimba Devi Temple
Built in 1553 and with a superbly crafted four tiered pagoda roof. It is famous for its exquisitely carved doorway.
Manu Temple
This is dedicated to the sage Manu.
Vashishth (3km)
Well known for its hot springs. There are old temples dedicated to the sage Vashishth and to Lord Rama. These are just beyond the Himachal tourism baths.
Monasteries
There are three recently built Tibetan monasteries at Manali.
Jagatsukh (6km)
The one time capital of Kullu. Here are old temples dedicated to Lord Shiva and to Sandhya Gayatri. The Arjun caves are just ahead.
Solang Valley (l4km)
In a picturesque setting, this has good ski slopes end picnic spots. It has the glacier closest to Manali.
Towards the Rohtang Paas
On the road to keylong is the Nehru kund (6 km) which is a clear water spring end scenic spot named after the late Pt. Jawahar Lal Nehru. Kothi (12 km) is a picturesque village and has a thrilling view of the deep gorge through which the Beas swiftly races. The beautiful Rahalla falls (16 km) are at an altitude of 2500 m. A crucial link on the old trade route and still the gateway to trans Himalayan Lahaul, the Rohtang Pass is at the height of 3980m.
Keylong
Lying about 120 km from Manali, Keylong is the headquarters of Lahaul and spiti district Monasteries of Kardung and Shashus are important attractions.
Kothi
A place with charming natural beauty, just 10-12 km from Manali.
Triloknath
Located in the Pattan Valley, its an important pilgrimage centre. Noted for its temple dedicated to six armed statue of Avalokiteshwara Bodhisattva.
Udaypur
An important pilgrimage place in the Pattan Valley.
Club House
The club House with its comprehensive facilities that includes roller skating ring, an auditorium, a billiards room, a library, a bar and a restaurants, makes a wonderful outing for the day.
Vashisth Baths
HOW TO GET THERE?
By Air : Bhunter Airport (KUU)
* Distance: 52 KM / 32.31 MI North to Hotel
* Taxi Charge (one way): Rs.1,000.00 (INR)
* Time by taxi: 1.30 HRS
* Time by train: N.A.
Chandigarh Airport (IXC)
* Distance: 300 KM / 186.42 MI North to Hotel
* Taxi Charge (one way): Rs.4,300.00 (INR)
* Time by taxi: 7 HRS
By Rail : Train
* Station Name: CHANDIGARH
* Distance: 300 KM / 186.42 MI North to Hotel
* Taxi Fee From Train Station: Rs.4,300.00 (INR)
Manali at an altitude of 2,050 m in the Beas River Valley is a beautiful hill station nestled in the mountains of the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh near the northern end of the Kullu Valley.
Manali with a population of approx. 30,000 is administratively a part of the Kullu district. The small town is the beginning of an ancient trade route to Ladakh and from there over the Karakoram Pass on to Yarkand and Khotan in the Tarim Basin.
Manali and the surrounding area is of great significance to Indian culture and heritage as it is said to be the home of the Saptarishi, or Seven Sages.
Hadimba Devi Temple
Built in 1553 and with a superbly crafted four tiered pagoda roof. It is famous for its exquisitely carved doorway.
Manu Temple
This is dedicated to the sage Manu.
Vashishth (3km)
Well known for its hot springs. There are old temples dedicated to the sage Vashishth and to Lord Rama. These are just beyond the Himachal tourism baths.
Monasteries
There are three recently built Tibetan monasteries at Manali.
Jagatsukh (6km)
The one time capital of Kullu. Here are old temples dedicated to Lord Shiva and to Sandhya Gayatri. The Arjun caves are just ahead.
Solang Valley (l4km)
In a picturesque setting, this has good ski slopes end picnic spots. It has the glacier closest to Manali.
Towards the Rohtang Paas
On the road to keylong is the Nehru kund (6 km) which is a clear water spring end scenic spot named after the late Pt. Jawahar Lal Nehru. Kothi (12 km) is a picturesque village and has a thrilling view of the deep gorge through which the Beas swiftly races. The beautiful Rahalla falls (16 km) are at an altitude of 2500 m. A crucial link on the old trade route and still the gateway to trans Himalayan Lahaul, the Rohtang Pass is at the height of 3980m.
Keylong
Lying about 120 km from Manali, Keylong is the headquarters of Lahaul and spiti district Monasteries of Kardung and Shashus are important attractions.
Kothi
A place with charming natural beauty, just 10-12 km from Manali.
Triloknath
Located in the Pattan Valley, its an important pilgrimage centre. Noted for its temple dedicated to six armed statue of Avalokiteshwara Bodhisattva.
Udaypur
An important pilgrimage place in the Pattan Valley.
Club House
The club House with its comprehensive facilities that includes roller skating ring, an auditorium, a billiards room, a library, a bar and a restaurants, makes a wonderful outing for the day.
Vashisth Baths
HOW TO GET THERE?
By Air : Bhunter Airport (KUU)
* Distance: 52 KM / 32.31 MI North to Hotel
* Taxi Charge (one way): Rs.1,000.00 (INR)
* Time by taxi: 1.30 HRS
* Time by train: N.A.
Chandigarh Airport (IXC)
* Distance: 300 KM / 186.42 MI North to Hotel
* Taxi Charge (one way): Rs.4,300.00 (INR)
* Time by taxi: 7 HRS
By Rail : Train
* Station Name: CHANDIGARH
* Distance: 300 KM / 186.42 MI North to Hotel
* Taxi Fee From Train Station: Rs.4,300.00 (INR)
Manali is a beautiful place in himachal pradesh. You have provided good information about Manali. One should visit the place once in their lifetime.Himachal Tourism
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