Manali - Queen Of Valleys

Manali is one of the most charming hill stations in the country that is situated in the state of Himachal Pradesh

. Fringed by snow capped peaks and enveloped under a dense canopy of pinewoods. Manali is one of the gems of the Kullu Valley, that is most famous for its ethereal beauty attracting tourists from all across the world.

Manali is perched at an altitude of 6260 feet dotted with coniferous vegetation all along the slopes. Sandwiched between the peaks of Pir Panjal and Dhauladhar, Manali is a holy land that is associated with numerous mythological legends and is home to many sacred temples. A number of colourful festivals and fairs are held every year during which time the region is thronged by tourists and devotees from all across the country.

The snake like course of the Beas river that flows through this hill station is one of the region's most prominent attraction. Situated in the lower Himalayas, Manali is popularly called the 'queen of valleys'. Manali gets its name from 'Manu' who is the lawmaker of the land as per Hindu Mythology and so has a lot importance among Hindu devotees.

The hill station of Manali is bound by deep ravines and lofty peaks that are enshrouded under dense vegetation of forests, vast expanses of lush green meadows and fruit laden orchards. These add to the beauty and charm of Manali and are an integral part of the attractiveness of Manali.

Manali is a beautiful holiday spot that attracts tourists of all kinds, be it the nature lovers, the romantics and even those who like to play with some adventure. Manali is an ideal spot to indulge in activities such as mountaineering, trekking and skiing. The region is surrounded by numerous valleys that are abundant in several unexplored trekking routes.

Tourists travelling around Manali can avail the services of buses, taxis, auto rickshaws, rented bikes etc. For tourists who are travelling with family, are advised to avail the services of cabs, since these are the most convenient mode of travel. Taxis can be hired on hourly basis or per kilometer. Sometimes taxis can be hired for an entire day for around INR 1500. Buses are not a very reliable mode of transportation since the service is very irregular and the buses themselves are very crowded.

Among the many attractions in Manali, most popular are Kullu, Manikaran, Naggar, Raison, Malana and Bhuntar. The Kullu valley is the hub of many adventure activities such as trekking, rafting and skiing. Other attractions are Himalayan National Park, Jagannathi Devi temple, Chandrakhani pass and Jalori Pass. Naggar is a heritage village that is famous for Naggar Castle and Roerich Gallery and is situated by the river Beas.

by: Rashmii

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