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Kullu
Kullu - Manali Situated at a height of 1,219 metres above sea
level, amidst meadows of blooming rhododendrons, scarlet sumash
and orchards of apples, cherries, apricots and peaches, Kullu
is one of the most beautiful Himalayan valleys. The road up
the Kulu Valley is indeed picturesque, accompanied by the river
Beas and its small and big tributaries of rivulets, brooks,
streams and springs. The Dussehra festival of Kulu, during autumn,
is marked by a massive rath yatra. It is a colourful occasion
celebrated with great joy and enthusiasm
ACCESS
The city is connected by air with Delhi and Shimla. The nearest
railway stations are Pathankot (285km) and Chandigarh (255 km)
from where buses/taxis to Kulu are available. Kulu is easily
accessible by road from Pathankot, Chandigarh and other cities
and towns of the region. Kulu is 798 km from Delhi.
PLACES OF INTEREST
Camping site of Raison (16 km), Katrain (20 km) known for its
apple orchards and bee - keeping, Roerich Art Gallery, Kasol
(42 km) for trout fishing, and Manikaran (45 km) famous for
its hot springs.
Manali
Situated at the height of 1,926 metres the mountains, one of
the most popular hill stations, Manali has abundant fruit orchards
and pine groves. A spot for adventure enthusiasts, one can do
river rafting on the Beas or Trek into the Himachal hills from
here. Rock climbing courses are conducted during the summer
months and skiing at Solang and Auli during the winters. Legend
has it that Manu stepped off a boat in manali to recreate human
life after floods had devastated the world.
Manali is famous for its embroidered shawls, wooden boxes, woolen
caps and Tibetan curios available in the local markets. Silver
inlay jewellery is also a good buy from shops around the Mall.
ACCESS
The nearest airport is at Bhuntar, 50 km away, from where one
can take a bus/taxi. Buses connect Manali to Chandigarh (312
km), Shimla (247 km), Dharamsala (253 km).
PLACES OF INTEREST
Hadimba Devi Temple, Vashist Baths, Old Manali Village, Arjun
Gupha, Jagatsukh (6 km) -- famous for very old temples, Tibetan
Monastery.
EXCURSIONS
Rohtang Pass (51 km) for a panoramic view of the mountain
ranges, Kothi (12 km) -- also a picturesque spot.
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