Saturday, October 25, 2008

MANALI , HIMACHAL , INDIA

Rohtang PassManali, in Himachal Pradesh is located at an altitude of 2050 m, is situated along the banks of the Beas, close to the Rohtang Pass and Solang Valley. Manali derieved its name from Manavalaya that means home of Manu. According to mythology, Manu is a significant character that survived when the world was drowned in a flood, he recreated human life in Manali. Thus the place is considered sacred for pilgrimage and has many temples.

Manali presents a wonderous canvass to the traveller. Its picturesque hillside, gurgling streams, snocapped peaks exhibit sheer magic. This place is quite popular for adventure sports like skiing, hiking, mountaineering, paragliding, rafting, trekking, kayaking, and mountain biking. Manali is the centre of a flourished orchard industry, apple growing has been the mainstay of the local economy.

The place gives you ample opportunity to experience the local beauty in Manali's temples, quaint villages, festive mood of the people, their colorful clothes and handicrafts and to encounter adventure on the trekking trails.

Airway : The airport at Bhuntar is the nearest. There are other regular flights from Delhi. Shimla, Chandigarh and other cities that offer easy commuting to Manali.

Roadway : The distance from Delhi via Mandi is 585 km, and from Simla the distance is 270 km. From Simla, Chandigarh and Delhi, luxury buses run by Himachal Tourism regularly ply to Manali.

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