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OVERVIEW |
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22222The Kullu valley in the state of Himachal Pradesh has an ancient town in its lap called Manali. Surrounded by sky kissing peaks at an arm length, Manali's major treasure is its proximity to the snow clad peaks. Manali is a flourishing 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.
222Manali literally means the 'Home of Manu'. Manu is the mythological character who is supposed to have survived when the world was drowned in Flood. He then came to Manali and recreated human life. Thus, Manali is sacred and Hindus treat the temples over here as pilgrimage.
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HOW TO GET THERE |
Air:
222The nearest airport to Manali is that of Bhuntar, which is 52-km from Manali. From Bhuntar one can take a taxi or a bus to Manali.
Rail:
222The nearest railhead is that of Joginder Nagar and this narrow gauze railway station is 95-km from Kullu. The scenic beauty of Kullu while going to Manali can best be enjoyed on a bus or a taxi. It is better to take a taxi, which one can stop and enjoy the nature at will.
Road:
222The road to Manali passes through the picturesque valley of Kullu. The motorable roads to Manali connect the town with other major tourist places in Himachal as well as in the nearby states. At the Manali bus stand there are two booths, which do computerised reservation for buses. The reservations can be made one month in advance. Both private and state government buses are in service over here.
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FAMOUS TOURIST ATTRACTIONS |
Hidimba Devi Temple
222Hadimba or Dhungiri temple in Manali is one of the most important temples in the region. This four story wooden temple is located in the middle of a forest called the Dhungiri Van Vihar.
Manali Sanctuary
222This sanctuary is located in District Kullu's nearest town, Manali. The area of this sanctuary is 3,180 hectares. The sanctuary wasnotified on 26th February 1954, under the Punjab Birds and Wild Animals Protection Act, 1933.
Adventure Sports
222Himachal Pradesh has some challenging peaks and each year expeditions are organised by the Mountaineering Institute at Manali.
Mountaineering Institute
222The Mountaineering Institute located at Manali provides training facilities for basic and advance climbing both for Indian nationals and foreigners.
Temple Of Manu
222Slippery 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
222Tibetans have a base 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
222Famous for the sweeping valley views and sulphurous hot-water springs, the large settlement of Vashisht, formerly known as Bashist, just 3km from Manali, is an amorphous jumble of traditional timber houses and modern concrete cubes, divided by paved courtyards and narrow muddy lanes. |
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OTHER FACTS |
STD Code: 1902
Entertainment & Night Life
222There are a lot of cafes in Manali and enjoying the scenic beauty takes up so much of your time that other forms of entertainments pale in front of this.
Manali does not have a vibrant nightlife. For the party animals, the hotels do arrange a camp fire on request. The bars in Manali are all associated with the hotels. |
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