subject: The Serene And Spectacular Manali [print this page] Manali is a must visit for all the lovers of scenery and serenity. If you want to explore heaven on the earth, then you should consider the option of Manali tour. The natural beauty will certainly give you all the pleasure. The region guarantees calm and soothing experience for you to get rejuvenated. It will provide the much needed refreshing break from the usual tiring and hectic lifestyle. If you are with your family, the children can indulge in a number of fun and entertainment activities. Lying in the heartland of Himachal Pradesh, Manali is a premier hill station of Kullu. It is situated at the altitude of 6260 feet and renowned as the queen of valleys. Manali is a striking hill station surrounded by snow covered mountains. It is famed for its aesthetic beauty whose splendour lies in the meandering Beas river across the dense pinewoods and the conifer gradients. Manali is the holy abode of various god and goddesses and legend says that it is the place where the ark of Manu (Law giver of ancient India) found its resting after a great flood. The word 'Manali' literally mean the abode of Manu. It is also believed to be the home of seven sages (Saptarishi).
This beautiful hill station is blessed with snow-capped mountains, lush green hill sides, enchanting lakes, musical rivers, cascading waterfalls, fruit laden orchards, lively valleys, colonial charm and many other attractions. All these things attract many tourists every year from all over the world. Also, the perfect surroundings, heavenly ambiance, clean and cool amiable, and perfect climatic conditions have made Manali one of the perfect honeymoon destinations in India. Manali is a perfect place for honeymoon in Northern India. It is the most preferred honeymoon destination in India visited by many newly wedded couples from all over the world.
Important places to visit in Manali are the Hadimba Temple, Vashisht Hot Sulphur Spring, Rohtang Pass, Solang Valley, Van Vihar, Manu Temple, Mall Road, Kothai, Nehru Kund, Rahala Fall, Rani Nala, Manikaran Sahib and Marhi.
Manali is also globally acclaimed adventure tourism destination in Himachal Pradesh, India. The popular Time Magazine featured Manali as the Asia's best destination for adventures Yak Sports. The beautiful hill town offers ample of opportunities for many other adventures sports as well. Snow skiing, trekking, white river rafting, mountaineering, mountain biking, paragliding and fishing are popular adventure sports that tourists can enjoy in its vicinity. Local tour operators offer good quality facilities and stuffs required to enjoy these adventures sports. Manali is also the gateway of Ladakh. If you love mountain biking, you can hire a heavy vehicle from any local tour operator and proceed to Ladakh passing rough terrain, snow capped hill peaks and high passes. It will be a lifetime experience for any adventure seeker.
The Rohtang Pass here is a major tourist attraction. Connecting Kullu with Spiti and Lahaul, it is a high road and affords mesmerizing views of the glaciers and mountains. The terrain provides exciting opportunities for trekking, hiking and mountain trails and has made the Pass a haven for adventure seekers. The Pass is however not open to public during the winter months when snowfall seals the area.
A Manali trip offers excellent opportunities for shoppers and food lovers too. You can shop till you drop, as lively markets here offer a wide selection of goods at lucrative prices. A range of restaurants in Manali provide quality dining with various continental and international dishes in varied price range.
