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Manali tourist guide

Manali, as a major tourist hub of Himachal Pradesh, has spread so as to include not just the Manali town (both Old and New), but places as unheard of as Gushaini – which are starting to now show up on the to-do lists of today’s Manali tourist guide.

Families are now opting for a quiet and relaxed vacation, and are keen on sampling other ecologically or culturally endowed areas around Manali tourist guide

Manali, or for that matter, the whole of district Kullu is rich in its culture and ecology, and thus holds huge tourism potential.

Manali tourist guide is also a very interesting history to the place, and that adds to the appeal of the place. Also known as the ‘Valley of the Gods,’

Manali literally means the ‘abode Manu,’ a mythological character who believed to have survived when the whole world had submerged under the flood and recreated the human life atManali tourist guide.

Reputed as popular destination for honeymooners, Manali has a host of other things as well. It is just not a two dimensional tourist destination; it has other facets too.

Apart from the scenic views of the snow laden peaks, Manali also offers a host of good options for a family vacation. Besides enjoying scenic views, one can try skiing, hiking, mountaineering, paragliding, trekking and mountain biking in and around Manali tourist guide
Places to see in Manali
To do for kids in Manali
Let them have a ball with fresh snow as they make their first snowman. Lessons in skiing if they’re over five would be great and they’ll never forget this vacation Travel guide manali. Pony rides, rappelling, river-crossing and rock-climbing are other options for grown-ups Travel guide manali.

Some adventure tour operators organise short rafting trips on the Beas for kids above 12 years.

Of the many interesting spots in Manali, the Tibetan Monasteries deserve a special mention, for they’re the most colourful and decorative, and fascinate the kids and adults alike. Gadhan Travel guide manali

Thekchhokling Gompa is one, and is known to house a workshop for hand-woven carpets – it is in fact funded by the sale of these carpets Travel guide manali

Travel guide manali. It is interesting to watch and take photos –to show back home – of the Lamas in prayer, them practicing dance, singing and playing on pipes and horns Travel guide manali.

Nearer to the bazaar, in a garden blooming with sunflowers, is the Himalayan Nyingamapa Gompa. The main shrine, lit by dozens of electric bulbs and fragrant with Tibetan incense, houses a colossal gold-faced Buddha, best viewed from the small room on the first floor Travel guide manali.

Another interesting place to visit is the Dhungri or Hadimba Temple, noted for its four-storeyed pagoda and exquisite wooden carvings Travel guide manali.

Erected in 1533, this temple is dedicated to the local deity Hadimba, wife of the Pandava prince, Bhim. Surrounded by Dhungri Van Vihar, a lovely Deodar forest, the place is nice to explore on foot. Also located within vicinity is the Museum of Traditional Himachal Culture, worth a visit for artifacts of folk art of the entire Kullu valley Travel guide manali.

Vashisht, situated just across the river, is famous for its hot sulfur springs, a bath here is said to be beneficial for health, and leaves one rejuvenated. HPTDC runs a Hot Bath Complex with private baths costing Rs 35 a person for 30 minutes Travel guide manali.

The Mall Road or the shopping street sells amazing artifacts plus a variety of locally made pickles, jams and juices. Natural oil like apricot oil for massages and shampoos are also sold, also any number of places to buy clothes and souvenirs Manali guide attractions. Many interesting eateries dot the street and cater to various cuisines Manali guide attractions, some dishing foreign fare and playing trance/lounge music for you to sample and buy. Then, there are those video-game parlours for kids who can’t live without their video-games Manali guide attractions.

What’s also recommended, while in Manali, is a short day hike to Goshal, takes up 1 to 2 hours (depending on your speed and how many breaks you take) from Old Manali. What one gets to see is a very pretty village set-up with traditional wooden houses Manali guide attractions.

Reaching Manali & Best time to go

By Air: Nearest airport is at Bhuntar (Kullu) (50kms).

By Rail: Nearest convenient rail heads are Chandigarh (320 km) and Pathankot (325 km). Manali can be reached from road from these stations.

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