Kullu & Manali

 

                 Kullu & Manali

Kullu is a municipal council town that serves as the administrative headquarters of the Kullu district of the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh. It is located on the banks of the Beas River in the Kullu Valley about 10 kilometres (6.2 mi) north of the airport at Bhuntar.

   

Manali is a resort town nestled in the mountains of the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh near the northern end of the Kullu Valley in the Beas RiverValley. It is located in the Kullu district, about 270 km (168 mi) north of the state capital, Shimla, 309 km (192 miles) north east of Chandigarh and 544 km (338 miles) northeast of Delhi, the national capital. The small town, with a population of 8,096,^[1] is the beginning of an ancient trade route to Ladakh and from there over the Karakoram Pass on to Yarkandand Khotan in the Tarim Basin. It is a popular tourist destination and serves as the gateway to Lahaul and Spiti district as well as Leh.

Manali is a cosmopolitan place where Tibetans, Ladakhi, Kashmiri, Kullvi and Lahuli people reside. These people often came to do business at this place and slowly settled here. The main occupation of the local people is Tourism, Farming, Horticulture, handloom industry. The official language of Manali is Hindi but due to its development in tourism, the locals also understand the English language very well. In common parlance, the locals here use the Kullvi dialect also known as Kullu language.^[2]

Kullu Valley is a broad open valley formed by the Beas River between Manali and Largi. This valley is known for its temples and its hills covered with pine and deodarforest and sprawling apple orchards. The course of the Beas river presents a succession of magnificent, clad with forests of deodar, towering above trees of pine on the lower rocky ridges. Kullu valley is sandwiched between the Pir Panjal, Lower Himalayan and Great Himalayan Ranges.

 

A trip to Kullu Manali is the medicine for fatigued minds and tired souls. Nature has blessed them generously, and yet, one is different from the kind of experiences they offer. Kullu is called the “land of the gods”, and quite aptly so. Stretched out leisurely on the banks of the River Beas, it is blessed with a magnificent scenery characterized by forests, valleys, streams, rivers and orchards. Mystical Malana to serene Manikaran, it lures tourists for many reasons. The town of Manali is seated comfortably in the River Beas Valley, and its popularity has increased faster than the clouds that dance on its hilltops. Wonderfully combining nature and adventure, it is serenity, history, nature, spirituality and shopping, all merged into one. Holidays in Kullu Manali then, is about sightseeing, but it is also about adventure, spirituality & being prepared to be constantly surprised.

       14 EXCITING THINGS TO DO IN MANALI 

• River Rafting. River rafting in Manali is one of the top things to do in Himachal. ... 

• Paragliding. Soaring the skies on a glider is among the favorite things to do in Manali. ... 
• Visit the Hadimba Devi Temple. ... 
  
• Skiing. ... 
  
• Trekking. ... 
  
• Spend time at Rahala Waterfall...
• Zorbing... 
• Camping in Solang Valley. 

• Check out Rohtang Pass

•  Visit to Gulaba Village 

 

• Manikaran Gurudwara

  

• Jana waterfall

• Vashisht Temple 

• Rozy Waterfall 

   

 • What is famous in Kullu Manali?

Kullu is an open valley formed by the Beas River between Manali and Larji. It is famous for its temples, vast and beautiful majestic hills which are covered in Pine and Deodar forests.

• Which is the best time to visit Kullu Manali?

 October to February is the winter season and is considered to be the best time to visit Manali if you like the cold and January is best to enjoy the chilly pleasure of fresh snowfall . The temperature drops down below zero degrees Celsius.

 • How much does Manali trip cost?

What's it Going to Cost

Expenses	Cost for 3 Nights (per person)
Return Transport	Rs. 3,000
Food	Rs. 3,000
Miscellaneous	Rs. 1,000
Total	Rs. 10,000*

• How many days are enough for Kullu Manali?

No coming to the point for short and budget trip,it will take 2–4 days to explore the beauty of manali i.e - 1 day for old manali, 1 day for rohtang pass , 1 day for vashist,jogini waterfall and mall road ,2 days for kasol and manikaran, and all important treks are in the kasol belt.

• Is Manali better than Shimla?

Manali is much better place than Shimla because of its wonderful sightseeing. There are many options available to visit as Rohtang pass , Solang valley. You can easily get to snow in Manali. You will get many adventurous activities in manali in comparision of shimla.

  

A wonder to behold, with an air which not only mystifies your sense but makes you live in the impulses of life, Kasol is a village mothered by the Parvati valley. This Himachal's popular destination is best known for its thrilling treks, flavorsome food, roaring river and heartfelt humanity.

• Why is kasol famous?

 

A wonder to behold, with an air which not only mystifies your sense but makes you live in the impulses of life, Kasol is a village mothered by the Parvati valley. This Himachal's popular destination is best known for its thrilling treks, flavorsome food, roaring river and heartfelt humanity.

• Which is better Manali or Kasol?

As far as service and luxury is concerned Manali is much better than Kasol to stay. Manali has better hotels and service standards are definately better. On the other hand Kasol is more like a laid back town.