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Manali

Magnificent Manali, one of the most popular hill resorts of the country is set picturesquely on the confluence of Manalsu and Beas rivers, surrounded by snow clad peaks and thick forest and fruit laden orchards. Mythological legends indicate that the name Manali is derived from 'Manu-alaya', the home of Manu, the great Hindu law giver and it was from here that the human race came into being after the great deluge.

Tourist Acctration in Manali

• Hadimba Devi Temple
• Manu Temple
• Tibetan Monasteries
• Mountaineering Institute
• Vashista Hot Springs & Temple 

Hadimba Devi Temple :The pagoda style shrine surrounded by thick deodar trees is dedicated to goddess Hadimba or Hirma Devi. It was built in 1553, by Raja Bahadur Singh and is the main attraction of Manali.

Manu Temple (3 kms.) : It is the only temple dedicated to the legendary sage.

Tibetan Monasteries : There are 3 monasteries, two of them are in the town and one at Aleo on the left bank of Beas river. Tibetan handicrafts and carpets can be purchased here.

Mountaineering Institute (3 kms.) : It lies on the left bank of river Beas and imparts training courses in trekking, mountaineering, skiing and water sports.

Vashista Hot Springs & Temple (3 kms): The village on the left bank of river Beas towards Rohtang pass is known for hot springs and temple of Vashist Muni. Around Manali

REACHING THERE

Airport : The nearest airport for Kullu is at Bhuntar (10 kms.)

Railheads : Kalka, Chandigarh & Pathankot.

Road : Well connected by road. Chandigarh (280 kms.), Shimla (220 kms.) and Delhi (563 kms.).