The majority part of India has a sub-tropical climate which is humid and hot in the summers. During the hot season, it is very common for people to take a trip to the cooler regions for a holiday. Manali is a popular hill station which is located in Himachal Pradesh. Situated at a height of 2050 meters, it is part of the Himalayan range of mountains and has a very cool climate throughout the year.
Getting to Manali
Manali is about 550 kms away from Delhi, the capital city of India, and is well connected by the bus system. Other popular hill stations such as Shimla, Dharamsala and Leh are also well connected by bus. You can avail private taxis from Delhi for a more comfortable ride but you must ensure that the driver is able to drive in the hilly terrain.
The nearest railway station connecting Manali is Ambala Cantt (200 km) on the Delhi-Amritsar line and the Chandigarh (250 km) on the Delhi-Jammu line. The airport is much closer at about 50 kms distance. There is the Bhuntar Airport, which is served by carriers such as Air Deccan, Jagson and some more airlines.
Tourist attractions in Manali
Manali accounts for one forth of the total tourists coming to Himachal Pradesh. There are many trekkers following the mountain trails going through this hill station. There are plenty of other adventure sports available in Manali like skiing, hiking, mountaineering, rafting, kayaking, para gliding and mountain biking.
The Naggar Fort is reminiscence of the old Pal Dynasty and is now a tourist attraction in Manali, displaying the elaborate woodwork and carvings famous in Himachal Pradesh. The Hadimba Temple or the Dhungri is a four storied pagoda and is dedicated to the local deity Hadimba. The Museum of Traditional Himachal Culture is nearby the temple and is worth visiting.
Must-visit places around Manali
Rohtang Pass is at an altitude of 3979 meters above the sea level and is very cold even during the summer season. This is the highest point on the Manali-Keylong road and offers a panoramic view of mountains rising above the clouds. However, the roads are closed in winter as it is not usable due to the ice, snow and mist. The Rahala waterfalls mark the start of the Rohtang Pass. Other tourist spots include Vashist Hot Water Springs and Temple, Old Manali, Solang Valley and Fun Park.
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