When the scorching heat of the plains in summer make people think of an escape – 8 out of 10 times I see people heading to
Manali or to
Shimla. A favourite among honeymooners and those looking for cooler climes – Manali is an ideal getaway in
Himachal Pradesh. But it is not only in the peak summer that people go to Manali, I have seen a lot of my friends making a beeline to Manali with personal cars or rented ones in the months of December and January too.
Manali has scenic beauty and an irresistible appeal that draw people to this small town located 274 kilometers north of Shi
+ more about ManaliWhen the scorching heat of the plains in summer make people think of an escape – 8 out of 10 times I see people heading to
Manali or to
Shimla. A favourite among honeymooners and those looking for cooler climes – Manali is an ideal getaway in
Himachal Pradesh. But it is not only in the peak summer that people go to Manali, I have seen a lot of my friends making a beeline to Manali with personal cars or rented ones in the months of December and January too.
Manali has scenic beauty and an irresistible appeal that draw people to this small town located 274 kilometers north of Shimla. Its close proximity to the snow-line in the lap of the
Kullu valley makes it a popular tourist destination in Himachal Pradesh. Manali stands at an altitude of 2,050 meters above sea level. The
Beas River that flows through the town accentuates its scenic beauty.
Manali is an easy and beautiful summer retreat away from the scorching heat of the northern plains. Also called ‘
Valley of the Gods,’ Manali literally means the ‘abode of Manu,’ a mythological character who believed to have survived when the whole world had submerged under the flood. It is he who recreated the human life at Manali. This has made Manali a
pilgrimage spot for Hindus. It also has a number of Buddhist monasteries as well.
Manali is just not a two dimensional tourist destination; it has other facets as well. Apart from the beautiful views of the snow covered peaks, Manali also offers good options for adventure tourism. One can try skiing, hiking, mountaineering, paragliding, trekking and mountain biking in and around Manali. It also has amazing snowfields and some flourishing apple orchards. Manali is a refreshing getaway and first choice for those who want to see and touch snow for the first time.
There are plenty of other
exciting things to do in Manali. It is a typical tourist destination, where you get to do all sort of activities. Shopping, dress & photo in traditional Himachali costume, sit on a Yak & get yourself clicked, hold a rabbit in your lap and get yourself clicked again, learn skiing and stumble, try ice skating, go paragliding, visit ancient temples, and go for a trek. The multitude of options available in Manali makes it popular tourist spot among people of all age groups.
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