Kasol & Manikaran Sahib

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Kasol is a hamlet in the district Kullu of the Indianstate of Himachal Pradesh. It is situated in Parvati Valley, on the banks of the Parvati River, on the way between Bhuntar and Manikaran. It is located 30 km from Bhuntar and 3.5 km from Manikaran. Kasol is the Himalayan hotspot for backpackers.and acts as a base for nearby treks to Malana and Kheerganga. It is called Mini Israel of India due to a high percentage of Israeli tourists here.



There are different transport options available to reach Kasol. To reach Kasol one must first reach Bhuntar from where one has the option to use the Bus service which is available hourly and is available only between 8 AM to 6 PM. However, the local Taxi Service is available all the times. Bhuntar also has the nearest Kullu–Manali Airport (IATA: KUU, ICAO: VIBR). Kasol, being a tourist destination in the region, has frequent local bus service running from Manali. There is no direct flight or rail connectivity to Kasol.



Kasol Music Festival is a music festival which happens in Kasol on every New Year's Eve. People from around the world gather for this festival.

          FAMOUS IN KASOL


Kasol is most famous for the Parvati River, trekking base – camp, Malana and its Israeli inhabitants. People usually visit Kasol to have a nice relaxing time.

Listed below are the top five places to visit in Kasol.
  • Parvati River. ... 
  • Manikaran Sahib Gurudwara. ... 
  • Malana Village. ... 
  • Kheer Ganga Peak. ... 
  • Bhuntar Town.

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.


Why kasol is called Mini Israel?

Kasol is the Himalayan hotspot for backpackers. and acts as a base for nearby treks to Malana and Kheerganga. It is called Mini Israel of India due to a high percentage of Israeli tourists here.


Which river flows in Kasol?

Not exactly a place to visit but an unmissable part of the already mesmerising Kasol, the Parvati River flows through the Parvati Valley.

How much does a kasol trip cost?

Overview
Explore Kasol Tour PackagesDurationPrice
Adventurous Kasol TourPackage2 Nights/3 DaysRs 8,700/-
Astounding Tour Package To Kasol2 Nights/3 DaysRs 9,900/-
Charismatic Kasol TourPackage5 Nights/6 DaysRs 13,420/-
Adventurous Kasol Tour5 Nights/6 DaysRs 16,500/-







    Manikaran Gurudwara 


Manikaran is located in the Parvati Valley on river Parvati, northeast of Bhuntar in the Kullu District of Himachal Pradesh. It is at an altitude of 1760 m and is located 4 km ahead of Kasol and about 45 km from Kullu and about 35 km from Bhunter.




This small town attracts tourists visiting Manali and Kullu to its hot springs and pilgrim centres. An experimental geothermal energy plant has also been set up here.



               HISTORY 👇

Manikaran Sahib is a vital pilgrimage spot for both Hindus and Sikhs. This place has significance in some of the earliest Hindu scriptures that highlight how Manu, the first human on earth, created life and saved this place from a flood.


Manikaran sahib hot water history 👇


The water spread over the entire area resulting in the emergence of precious stones of the type Goddess Parvati had lost. Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati were happy at the outcome. The name Manikaran is derived from this legend. The water is still hot and is considered extremely auspicious.


Why is Manikaran famous?

Manikaran is a pilgrimage centre for Hindus and Sikhs. The Hindus believe that Manu recreated human life in Manikaran after the flood, making it a sacred area. ... There are temples of the Hindu deities Rama, Krishna, and Vishnu. The area is well known for its hot springs and its beautiful landscape.


What is the best time to visit Manikaran sahib?

The town of Manikaran lies in Himachal Pradesh at the height of approximately 1760 metres above sea level. This staggering height makes the weather in this region extremely cold throughout the year with an average temperature of around 10 degrees. Due to this reason, many individuals prefer to visit during the summer season (April - June), when they do not feel like staying in to avoid the cold. The place is also famous for its natural hot springs that are scattered around the entire town and make for a prime visiting spot. Winters and cold and harsh, however, a lot of people like to visit Manikaran during these months as well.

What is not so good about Manikaran sahib?
Roadblocks during heavy snowfall and power cut during those days. Extreme cold during winters. Limited options for food and staying.

What are the top hotels in Manikaran sahib?

There are 135 in Manikaran sahib which can be booked through Holidify. The most popular hotels in Manikaran sahib are Kabila Camps, Apple Garden Camps, SKYLAND CAMPS AND CAFE, Trippy heavensCamp, Pink house kasol, The Five Dimensions Resort. You can see all the hotels in Manikaran sahib here




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