About Manali

Manali is a major tourist destination in Himachal, North India for Indian & western Holidaymakers. Manali is famous as “Honeymoon Destination among Indian tourists & Western tourists visit Manali for trekking and leisure trips in Himalayas as it has become a hub for multi adventure activities and specialized trekking with gateways to Spiti & Leh Region.

Manali has mythological importance as it is the home of sage Manu. Manu is the mythological deity who is supposed to have survived when the world was drowned in flood. He then came to Manali and recreated human life. Thus, the area of Manali is sacred and Hindus treat the temples over here as pilgrimage. Manali is a magnet, attracting many tourists from all over the world. Over the years, Manali has come up as a major tourist destination for Indian holiday makers. It has been popularized as a “honeymoon destination” for newly weds. The Manali Himalayas lure foreigners who get attracted by culturally distinctive hill people & scenic treks this part of Himalaya offers. Manali is not just a tourist destination for fun, its a place for people to have a glimpse into nature and search beyond the mighty Himalayas for something spiritual and extraordinary. The rare flora and fauna of this region along with its mysticism has remarkably created interests for many people worldwide.

Tourist Attractions in Manali

The various tourist attractions in Manali are Gadhan Thekchoking Gompa, Hadimba Devi Temple, Manali Sanctuary, Mountaineering Institute, Manu Temple, Club House, Tibetan Monasteries, Vashisht Hot Water Springs and Temple, Nehru Kund, Solang Valley, Kothi, Rahala Water Falls, Rohtang Pass, Arjun cave and Jagatsukh.

» Rohtang Pass: This is a mountain pass in the Himalayas which was a trade route in the ancient times. The pass attracts tourist due to the serene beauty of it. To walk in the snow covered valley is itself an experience. The pass is closed during winter.

» Hadimba temple: It was built in 1553. It is the temple of Hadimba devi a giantess who appears in the story of Mahabharatha. There is Fun Park near this temple. Tourists can go for a boat ride here.

» Beas Kund: It is the birth place of the river Bias. The temple has an Igloo shape.

» Maa Shaarvari Temple: Sharvari Devi is a family Godess of Kullu kingdom. The deity will be taken to Kullu during every Dasshera for the rituals. The temple is just 5kms far from Manali.

» Hot water spring: This place is just 3kms away from Manali. This is known by its natural hot water spring and temples besides it. The place is well equipped with bathing facilities. It is said that in this place Rishi Vashisht used to live. Therefore it is also called Vashishta spring.

» Solang Valley: It is a snow point that is good for ice skiing. Here you can go for paragliding.

» Roerich art Gallery: This art gallery displays paintings of Nicholas Roerich. It is located in Naggar. Bijali Mahadev temple of the Kullu valley is just 20kms away from the place.

How to Reach: Manali can be reached via Delhi by road, train and there are limited flights. From Delhi (about 14 hour journey) there are frequent Volvo buses to reach Manali. One can go to Manali via Shimla or via Kullu. You may need minimum three hours to reach Manali from the Kullu valley by road. Ambala and Chandigarh are the nearest railway stations. Nearest airport is Bhuntar which is 50kms far from Manali. For sightseeing, it is better to book a taxi service from Manali Traveller.