7 Places Travelers Must Visit Around Kullu Manali

Kullu Manali is a renowned tourist destination where people from all around the world come for pilgrimage, trekking, and for seeking inner peace. Even though the entire place has numerous places that you can visit for a thrilling adventure or for a spiritual experience, we have piled up a list of the best places which you must visit in your trip to Kullu:

1. Great Himalayan National Park

The vastly spread Great Himalayan National Park, a UNESCO site established in 1984, is famous for its iconic natural and scenic beauty. It features four valleys, namely Tirthan Valley, Parvati Valley, Jiwa Nal Valley, and Sainj Valley. The park is home to 375 species of flora, 31 species of mammals, 3 reptiles, 9 amphibians, 11 annelids, 17 mollusks, and 181 species of birds. The best thing about the park is that it is even more spectacular than the stats sound, as, if you are lucky enough, you may see the blue sheep, snow leopard, Himalayan Brown Bear, Himalayan Tahr, and musk deer.

2. Raghunath Temple

As Kullu is referred to as the Valley of Gods, your trip to this place is incomplete without visiting the famous temples. One of the oldest temples in Kullu, Raghunath temple is famous among the locals as well as the tourists. Not only can you worship Lord Rama here, but you can also examine the seventeenth-century architecture of the temple built by Raja Jagat Singh. To see the temple at its best, you should pay a visit to Raghunath Temple in the Dusshera as dedicated devotees come here to celebrate the victory of good over evil!

3. Bijli Mahadev Temple

The temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva (Mahadeva), is also a famous religious place where people believe that Lord Rudra (an incarnation of Lord Shiva) saved mankind once by absorbing the excessive electric current from the atmosphere. The visitors can see statues of two bulls (known as Nandis in Hindu Mythology) right at the door of the temple. You can also see the exquisite carvings on the door frame of the Bijli Mahadev Temple. People also organize a yearly fair in the temple that you can attend.

4. Friendship Peak

Climbing the 5289m tall, located in the Pir Panjal range, gives you a unique opportunity have a panoramic view of some snowy peaks, collectively known as Friendship. The location of this peak is easily accessible, and the trek isn’t much difficult. For maximum enjoyment, you should bring along your best friends to this trek. Tours to Friendship peak are also famous as they also cover Beas Kund and Beas river, which are equally beautiful places for visiting.

5. Chanderkhani Pass

As this place is considered to be the seat of Saptrishi Jamadagni in the mythical times, it is an important religious site for the Hindus. Nature lovers will also have an amazing time at the Chanderkhani Pass as the valley has lush-green fields and evergreen thickets all around. As you reach the pass, you can also enjoy the fantastic views of Deo Tibba, Parbati, and Pir Panjal peaks. The location of Chanderkhani Pass allows you to relax and chill in the serene environment, away from the hustle and bustle of the cities.

6. Pandoh Dam

Constructed on the Beas River, the Pandoh Dam is a huge Dam which tames the flow of the mighty Beas River. You will be in awe when you see the site where the water is released from the dam. In the lower bed of the river, you can enjoy rafting with your friends or family, spending a lovely time.

7. Manikaran

Manikaran, located in the Parvati Valley, is a prominent religious site for both Sikhs as well as Hindus. The site is related with Guru Nanak Ji and Lord Shiva. For a pious experience, you can visit the Manikaran Gurudwara and the various Hindu Temples at Manikaran. Many legends give various stories which describe how the famous hot water springs of Manikaran began. You can relax in the hot water springs which are also believed to have curative powers. Manikaran is a perfect blend of natural beauty, spirituality, and adventure. Even though we recommend these places for you, there are many other places worth mentioning such as Malana, Bhrigu Lake, Hanogi Mata Temple, and Naggar.