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The Kullu valley in
the state of Himachal Pradesh has a very old town in its circuit
called Manali. Enclosed by sky kissing peaks at an arm length,
Manali's major riches is its closeness to the snow clad peaks.
Manali is a prosperous orchard industry, a popular honeymoon
destination and trailhead for innumerous treks as well as a
great countryside ideal for adventure sport lovers and nature
seekers. Manali is a major tourist's town situated in
Himachal Pradesh. It is admired honeymoon destination and it
is perfect site for adventure lovers. This little town lies in
Kullu District. Manali is located at a height
of 1950 metres above the sea level. It is one of the
renowned hill resort destination, where the tourists can find
some brilliant hotels to stay.
Manali accurately means the 'Home of Manu'. Manu is the
legendary character who is imaginary to have survived when the
world was drowned in Flood. He then came to Manali and recreated
human life. Thus, Manali is holy and Hindus pleasure the temples
over here as pilgrimage.
Most Popular Attractions in Manali:
Hidimba Devi Temple:
Hadimba or Dhungiri temple in Manali is one of the most
important temples in the region. This four story wooden temple
is situated in the middle of a forest called the Dhungiri Van
Vihar.
Manali Sanctuary
Manali sanctuary is situated in District Kullu's adjacent town,
Manali. The area of this sanctuary is 3,180 hectares. The
sanctuary was notified on 26th February 1954, under the Punjab
Birds and Wild Animals guard Act, 1933.
Adventure Sports:
Himachal Pradesh has some demanding peaks and each year
expeditions are organized by the Mountaineering Institute at
Manali. The Mountaineering Institute has area centres at
Dharamsala, Bharmour and Jispa, which arrange
adventure courses as well. For high mountain thrills perhaps
nothing can exceed the magic of heli - skiing. The sport is
existing in the area abound by the Hanuman Tibba,
Rohtang Pass, Deo Tibba and
Chanderkhani Pass close to Manali.
Mountaineering Institute:
The Mountaineering Institute located at Manali provides training
services for basic and advance climbing both for Indian
nationals and foreigners. This institute also conducts other
adventurous sports activities like high altitude trekking, minor
mountaineering, rock climbing, skiing, and high altitude free
and relief courses. The institute has plenty lodging and
boarding arrangements and gear can be hired for trekking
purposes.
Temple Of Manu:
Slippery stones paths lead through the old village houses up to
the temple of Manu. Manali is named after the sage Manu
who meditated when he came in this area.
Tibetan Temple:
Tibetans have a bottom in Manali too. There is a large
modern Tibetan temple to the South of the bus stand and also a
small handicrafts centre.
Vashisth Village:
Famous for the sweeping valley views and sulphurous hot
water springs, the large completion of Vashisht,
previously known as Bashist, just 3km from Manali,
is an amorphous clutter of traditional timber houses and modern
concrete cubes, divided by paved courtyards and narrow muddy
lanes.
How to Reach:
By Air:
The adjacent airport to Manali is Bhuntar. It is
52 Km to the south of Manali.
By Rail:
The nearby narrow gauge railway station is at Jogindernagar,
which is 135 km from Manali.
By Road:
Manali is linked to well maintained roadways that attach the
city to other major cities of India. It connects Chandigarh
(310 Km), Ambala (355 Km) and Delhi (585 km)
through outstanding roadways.
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