Kullu and Manali Tours: Essential Information You Must Know

Manali means the ‘Home of Manu.’ He is the mythological character who survived when the world was drowning in flood. Manali is a beautiful hill station located in the state of Himachal Pradesh and is also known for the gateway of mountains. The place offers spectacular views of snowcapped peaks, wooded slopes, as well as grassy meadows carpeted with wildflowers, which makes Manali the perfect retreat for holidays. The region is famous for its pine forests, temples, and majestic hills. Thus, being considered as the Valley of Gods, the temples of Kullu Manali holds much significance among the Hindu devotees. The place is well known for its splendid river valleys, wildlife, and various excursions. One can visit many famous attractions like the River Beas, Rohtang Pass, Solang Valley, Jogini Waterfalls and many more.

Being a hub of adventure activities, Manali offers enthralling ventures of skiing, paragliding, trekking, mountaineering, and rafting. The place is referred to as the queen of Himachal Pradesh. As, the place is blessed with breathtaking natural beauty that comprises lofty snow-capped peaks, thick forests, fruit orchards, beautiful hamlets and meadows.

Location:

Manali is a famous hill station located at the north end of Kullu valley in Kullu district at a height of 2050 m (6398 ft). The place is about 40 Kilometers from Kullu so the tourists who travel to Manali also visit Kullu as it is on the way. Situated on the Beas river, amidst attractive forests of cedars, enclosed by snowy peaks and the unending roar of the Beas, Manali offers unique opportunities for trekking, rock climbing, angling as well as winter sports.

Climate:

The climate is very pleasant except during the winters when the night temperature drops below zero degrees Celsius. The springtime brings blossoms, flowers, and butterflies to the valley along with offering a completely rejuvenating experience. Manali is certainly cooler than Kullu. During winters, there is heavy snowfall whereas, in the monsoon season, Manali gets heavy rainfall, and thus, it is advisable to always travel with enough warm clothing.

Best time to visit:

September to November: The monsoon season ends in September and winter starts commencing from October. The temperature in winters goes down so, make sure you carry enough woolens to keep yourself warm, especially for the chilly nights.

December to January: It is the time when you can enjoy snowfall and the spectacular scenic white views of the surrounding mountains, which is the favorite thing of the honeymooners. It is also the ideal time for adventure enthusiasts who want to relish the winter sports.

March to June:Summer hops in from March but, the weather is still pleasant in the region. The temperature during these months usually varies, so you might need light woolens during the night. It is the right time to involve in adventurous activities such as paragliding, rafting, trekking and mountain adventures in the Solang Valley.

July to August: Monsoons can be tricky as the place experiences heavy rainfall. But, considering a lot of tourists who don’t prefer to travel during this time, the prices of hotels tend to drop.

Places to visit:

There are many famous tourist attractions in Manali such as Hadimba Devi Temple, Buddhist Monasteries, old Manali, Nehru Kund, Manu Temple, Great Himalayan National Park, and Vashist Temple. All these together give an exhilarating experience to the tourists. The ‘queen of hills’ embraces many such attractions in its wing so, pack your bags to explore the unexplored in the two most startling towns-Kullu and Manali.

How to Reach:

By Air –Bhuntar is the nearest airport. There are many domestic flights that connect Bhuntar with Delhi and Chandigarh.

By Bus – Manali is very well-connected to famous tourist destinations such as Leh, Shimla, Kullu, Dharamshala, and New Delhi. One can choose air-conditioned Volvo coaches, as they are more comfortable than ordinary ones.

By Road– The drive up to Manali is breath-taking as you can catch scenic glimpses of the adjoining mountains and valleys from almost every turn.

Kullu and Manali is a bustling hill town that derives most of its economy from tourism. It is an all-year-round destination that offers alluring vistas and with all these attractions as well as an abundance of natural beauty, Manali makes an ideal holiday destination for everyone.

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