[ Edit ] Overview

Picturesque Manali, located at the top end of Kullu Valley and on the west bank of the Beas River, is one of the prime hill station destinations in India with its dense forests, mountains, and numerous trekking routes.

Once a sleepy little village, Manali has been commercialised rapidly in the last few years with a profusion of hotels and hostels catering to tourists, hippies, and backpackers - and the population has exploded to ~30,000.  Nevertheless, the beautiful location, access to Rohtang Pass and the charming original village, make this a very attractive hill station. Manali's terrain is varied enough for a challenging trek or two and the surrounding mountains offer some of the best skiiing in India. 

Tourism is the main driver of the economy of Manali - which grew in popularity only after the rise of militancy in Kashmir in the late 1980s. Manali is also the starting point of the adventurous high altitude Manali to Leh drive - one of the highest highways in the world.

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[ Edit ] History

Manali was once just a small village lying on the ancient trade route to the Kingdom of Ladakh.

The British introduced apples and trout fish to the region - both of which were not native to Manali. Apples, and other fruit including plums and pears are one of the key sources of income for the residents of the villages surrounding Manali.

In mythological terms, Manali and the surrounding mountains are beleived to be the abode of the Saptarshi or "Seven Sages".

Quick Facts

[ Edit ] State

Himachal Pradesh

[ Edit ] Location

Manali is located at 6, 730 ft above sea level where the Beas and Manalsu rivers meet.

[ Edit ] Best Time To Visit

Manali's is an year round destination.  However, it is generally accepted that the best time to visit Manali is between the months of April to  June and again from September to November.

While winters are cold, Manali is still an attractive holiday destination for those that like snow and skiing.  Thre are numerous ski areas around Manali.

[ Edit ] Tourist Offices

HPTDC, New Delhi

Tel: 011-23325320, 23325233

Website: himachaltourism.nic.in

[ Edit ] STD Code

01902

Sightseeing

Gompas

Great Himalayan National Park

Hadimba Temple

Museum of Traditional Himachal Culture

Naggar Fort

Rohtang Pass

Solang Valley

Vashist Hot Water Springs

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