Friday, 11 April 2014

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Top must see places in and around Manali in Himachal Pradesh
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Be it summer or winter or any other season the hills have their own charm round the year. In summers you enjoy the cool breeze and get rejuvenated, in the spring season you feel as if you are amidst the sky surrounded by clouds, and in winters the snow clad mountains have a different allure that gives you an eternal joy and peace.

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So this season are you headed to Manali as part of your Hill Holidays? If yes then I am sure you are looking for information about where to go and what to see in Manali. You must have the concrete information before you plan your wonderful vacation in this beautiful town.  Then read on….

In Himachal Pradesh, there are some hideouts and getaways that are truly enchanting but often ignored by the tourists due to lack of awareness. The travel agents may suggest only those places which are famous now or the places which are convenient for them to show you. Being born and brought up in Himachal Pradesh I can suggest some really fascinating destinations and hideouts visited to relax myself.

Best Places of Interest
HADIMBA TEMPLE : Located at a distance of just 1 km from Mall road, amidst lush green deodars the mesmerizing Hidimba Temple in Manali was built in 1553 with a superbly crafted four tiered pagoda roof, it is famous for its elegantly carved doorway. Visit the temple and then just take a walk through the Deodar trees and feel the fragrance of the fresh and pollution free air

MANU TEMPLE: Located about 2 kms from the Mall Road, Manu Temple is dedicated to the sage Manu situated at old Manali.

VASHISTH KUND : Just 3 kms from the city do not miss the wonderful Vashist Temple. This temple is Well known for its hot springs.

SOLANG VALLEY: If you really wish to get the feel of the nature and want to be so close to the nature then Solang Valley is the perfect place for you. Free from the hustle bustle of the city this place is located about 15 kms from Manali. Just enjoy the serene landscapes here amidst green deodar jungles. If you are adventure sports lovers then you can also enjoy paragliding here in Solang Valley. In a picturesque setting this has good ski slopes in winters and a perfect picnic spot in all the seasons

ROHTANG PASS : It is the place where you will find snow round the year. Summer is the best time to visit Rohtang Pass as the roads are open from end April till October in this region.
The journey itself from manali to Rohtang is breathtaking. On the way from Manali to Rohtang the Nehru Kund, where hop in to enjoy the clear water spring scenic spot named .

On the way you will also see the enthralling beauty of Kothi village. At Kothi you would be amazed to see the natural beauty of the place. It is a picturesque village and has an exhilarating view of the deep gorge through which the Beas swiftly races. Then you will come across the exquisite Rahalla falls located at an altitude of over 2500meters. The captivating Rohtang Pass is located at an altitude of over 3978 meters.

There are number of government approved travel operators in Manali from where you can book your hotels and taxis. The Himachal Government’s Tourism department also offers sightseeing facilities to the tourists at very economical rates.

You can get more information about the sightseeing tours conducted by Himachal Tourism from Manali at the official website of Himachal Tourism www.hptdc.nic.in

These tours can be reserved from the HPTDC Tourist Information Office, The Mall, Manali Tel: 01902 - 253531 Email: manali@hptdc.in

Himachal tourism also operate number of budget and luxury hotels in Manali and surrounding areas where you can book your rooms online at their official website given above.

Himachal Tourism Hotels in Manali
Some of these HPTDC hotels in Manali are given below. Their address and phone numbers with contact email id is also mentioned below. Please check the official site for any change in the contact information

Log Huts, Manali (H.P.) - 175131. Tel: (01902) - 253225, 253226 Fax: (01902) - 252325 E-mail: manali@hptdc.in

Hadimba Cottages, Manali (H.P.) - 175131. Tel:(01902) - 252334 E-mail: manali@hptdc.in

The Kunzam, Manali (H.P.) - 175131. Tel: (01902) - 253197, 253198. Fax: (01902) - 252325 E-mail: manali@hptdc.in

The Rohtang Manalsu, Manali (H.P.) - 175131. Tel:(01902) - 2523 32, 253723 E-mail: manali@hptdc.in

Hotel Beas, Manali (H.P.) - 175131. Tel: (01902) - 252832 E-mail: manali@hptdc.in

Tourist Lodge, Manali (H.P.) - 175131. Tel: (01902) - 252832.

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How to Reach Manali in Himachal Pradesh
Manali is well connected by National Highway from Delhi, Chandigarh, Punjab and Jammu. Manali is also connected by Air and Bhunter is the nearest airport located in Kullu about 50 km from Manali. Frequent buses are available from Bhuntar to Manali. You can also hire Taxi from airport to Manali.

Toy trains are available from Pathankot till Joginder Nagar which is the nearest narrow gauge railhead at a distance of about 165 km from Manali. The nearest broad gauge railway station from Manali is Chandigarh about 310 km, and Ambala about 355 km.

Distance from Delhi to Manali by road is about 570 km and from Shimla the distance is 280 km.

From Delhi, there is a regular HPTDC Luxury and Volvo Coach to Manali. HPTDC runs Luxury coach from Shimla to Manali in tourist season.

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