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hotels in manali,manali
hotels,hotels & resorts
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MANALI
Hotels In Manali
Manali is the Northern end of the Kullu Valley and is the main resort in
the area. It is beautifully situated and there are many pleasant walks
around the town. Surrounded by towering peaks at arm length, Manali's
major asset
 is
its proximity to the snowline, never more than few hours drive from the
town nestling at comfortable 2050meters. It is the centre of the
flourishing orchard industry a popular honeymoon destination and trailhead
for numerous treks.
Manali is situated along the banks of the Beas, close to the Rohtang Pass
and Solang Valley. It is the main holiday destination in the entire
valley. The raw magnificence of Manali's natural beauty has to be seen,
and experienced, to be believed. Proud, snowclad mountains, dense forests,
emerald valleys, exotic flowers, gurgling streams meandering through
meadows, it is sheer magic.
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By air :
The nearest airport is at Bhuntar (50 km).
By rail :
The nearest narrow gauge railhead is at Jogindernagar (135 km). The
nearest broad gauge railheads are at Chandigarh (310 km), and Ambala (355
km).
By road :
The distance from Delhi via Mandi is 585 km, and from Shimla the distance
is 270 km. From Shimla, Chandigarh and Delhi, luxury buses run by Himachal
Tourism regularly ply to Manali.
Tourist attractions :
Hadimba Temple :
This temple, with a finely wrought four - tiered pagoda roof, dating back
to 1553, is built around a natural cave, which enshrines the footprints of
the goddess Hadimba. Hadimba was the wife of Bhima, one of the five great
Pandava brothers of the Mahabharata, and later became the patron goddess
of the Kulu royal family.
Manu Temple :
Just near the Hadimba temple flows the Manalsu River, that culminates in
the main Beas river. Across the Manalsu river is the original village of
Manali, that houses the ancient temple of the sage Manu. Manali itself is
named after Manu, who is said to have dwelt here.
Monasteries :
Manali also houses three Tibetan monasteries, that have been built
recently.
Arjun Gufa :
Five kms from Manali near the village of Prini is the Arjun Gufa, Arjuna's
cave. Arjuna, one of the Pandava brothers, is believed to have performed
his penance here.
Vashisht :
Three kms from Manali is the village of Vashisht, which is renowned for
its hot sulphur springs. The village is also the site of some old temples,
dedicated to the great sage Vashisht, and to Lord Rama. The Himachal
Tourism sulphur baths are just beyond these shrines.
Jagatsukh :
The erstwhile capital of Kulu, Jagatsukh houses temples dedicated to Lord
Shiva and Sandhya Gayatri.
Solang Valley :
Around 14 kms from Manali, is the Solang valley, that boasts of the
glacier nearest to the resort. Replete with terrific picnic - spots, the
amazing ski slopes here are full of hectic activity, come January -
February.
Towards the Rohtang Pass :
Six kms from Manali, on the way to Keylong, is the Nehru Kund, a beautiful
spring named after the late Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru, former Prime Minister of
India.
Adventure sports in Manali
Skiing is a major pastime in Manali. Facilities for skiing are available
at Solang Nullah (January-March) and Rohtang La (during summer). The
Mountaineering Institute at Solang Nullah is a good training institute.
Heli skiing is possible at the deep snowfields. The Mountaineering
Institute and Allied Sports is about 3 km from the Mall and offers
mountaineering and kayaking courses. Kayaking is possible on the Beas
River.
Best Season in Manali
Climate, and Clothing: Manali is perched at an altitude of 2050 meters
above sea level and is spread along the banks of the river Beas. In
winters, the temperature can drop below freezing point when heavy woolens
are required. Summer temperatures are mild and light woolens/cottons are
recommended.
Manali Packages
Ambassador Resorts Manali*****
Span Resorts Manali*****
Manali Resorts Manali****
Manali Inn Manali****
Manali Heights Manali****
Hotel Jessica Manali***
Snow Valley Resorts Manali***
Snow Princess Manali***
HoneyMoon Inn Manali
Hotel Seagull Manali**
Hotel Himparvat Manali[Budget]
www.hamaraholiday.com
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