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MANALI

Manali is one of the most beautiful towns in the Kullu Valley of the State of Himachal Pradesh. It is situated near the northern end of the Kullu Valley.

Manali is a paradise for nature lovers and peace seekers. This picturesque hill station is located at a height of around 2000 metres, in the state of Himachal Pradesh.

Manali is known for its breathtakingly beautiful landscape, created by deep gorges, soaring mountains, lush valleys and gushing rivers.

Manali is a beautiful destination that offers different charms in all seasons. Summers witness Manali turning into an escape from the blistering heat of the plains, while winters dress the town in a graceful garb of white snow.

Manali is a high-altitude Himalayan resort town in India’s northern Himachal Pradesh state. It has a reputation as a backpacking center and honeymoon destination.

Set on the Beas River, it’s a gateway for skiing in the Solang Valley and trekking in Parvati Valley

Manali is a beautiful destination with plenty to offer, but the climatic conditions make some part of the year win over the others.

The best time to visit Manali is usually between the summer and autumn months from May through October, barring the monsoon season which arrive in July and August when rainfall perpetuates landslides.

The summer months of May and June receive maximum tourist influx in Manali and is a great time for trekking/hiking, paragliding, mountain sports, rafting and zorbing.

The Hadimba Devi Temple also hosts the Hadimba Devi Festival in the month of May, attracting a number of devoted pilgrims to its doors. 

By Air

Manali does not have an airport of its own and the nearest airport is at Bhuntar (KUU Bhuntar Aiport), near Kullu and is 50 kms, and 40 minutes away from Manali. Airlines connecting Manali from Delhi, Mumbai are Kingfisher Airlines and Indian Airlines.

By Train

The nearest railhead to Manali is on the narrow gauge line at Joginder Nagar 95 kms away. The Joginder Nagar Railway Station is well connected to all other Indian cities via Chandigarh.

By Bus

Manali is well connected with direct bus services from all cities of Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana and Uttar Pradesh. the closest distance from some cities is as follows: Kullu is 40 km, Shimla- 257 km, Chandigarh- 288 km, Delhi- 543 km, Pathankot- 299 km and Dharamshala- 217 km.