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Manali means "home of
Manu". There is a very interesting story as to how did
Manali get it's name "Manali"Manali
attractions include Hidimba Devi Temple, Manali Sanctuary,
Mountaineering Institute, Temple
of Manu,Tibetan Temple,
Vashisth Village ,
River rafting is an exciting adventure
sport. The rafting is done on a 9-16 km
stretch between Mohal and Jidi. There are countless trekking routes in
Kullu Valley
Places
of Interest
Club
House
Has
a beautiful view of deodar forest, with river flowing beside the Club
House. It has indoor/ outdoor games. There are some picnic spots near
it.
Manu
Temple
2
kms. from the Club House in old Manali lies the
temple
of
Manu Rishi
. It is believed that this is the only
temple
of
Manu
in
India
, who was the creator of
human race on the earth.
Vashist
Bath (3 km from Manali at an altitude of 6200 ft.) :
A
village with a beautiful view on the left bank of the
Beas
is renowned for its Hot Sulphur
Water Spring and temple of Vashist and Lord Ram.
Hadimaba
Devi
Temple
Built
in 1550 AD, Hadimba is the most powerful deity of the valley. The
temple is fouriered with Pagoda shaped roof and front doorway covered
with figures and symbols. There is a beautiful forest around it, which
is a good picnic spot.
Jagatsukh
Located
on the left bank on
Beas
on the road to Naggar. The place is famous for very old temples
dedicated to Lord Shiva and to Sandhya Gayatri in Shikhara style,
these are worth a visit.The Arjun caves are just ahead.
Excursion
from Manali
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Solang
Valley
(13 kms from Manali)
A
beautiful picnic spot. Nice meadows surrounded by Silver Oaks
and spurs, offers views of Glaciers and snow capped mountains.
It is International Skiing slope with a small ropeway.
You can
also enjoy Paragliding and Horse riding.You
can sail high above the ground and see the mountains as never
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Experience
the rush of cold air on your face and have a thrill of your life.
Guided para gliding can be done from Solang Valley.
Naggar
( 28 km.)
On
the left bank of the Beas and about three hundred metres above the
river, Naggar is delightfully situated on a wooded slope and commands
an extensive view, especially of the
north west
of the valley. Naggar was
the capital of the Kullu Rajas for about 1,400 years.. Artist Nicholas
Roerich's art gallery is worth a visit. Cars and jeeps can easily go
up to the Naggar
Climate
Summer
in Manali ranges from April to September , with temperatures ranging
from a maximum of 20°C and a minimum of 05°,light woolen clothing
are recommended during this period Winter here lasts from October to
March with temperatures rising to a maximum of 15°C and a low of 0°C.&
heavy woolen clothing are recommended
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The best time to visit :- The best
time to visit is is between April to mid-July and
mid-September to the end of October
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| By
Air |
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The nearest airport to Manali is Bhunter
at 50 km. distance. |
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| By
Train |
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The
convenient rail head is located is
Chandigarh |
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| By
Road |
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Shimla 265 Km , Chandigarh
distance of 260km , Pathankot 325 Km |
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