An insight :
Kullu Manali - Kullu Valley on the banks of Beas is at
an altitude of about 3,900 feet. It is famous for its apple orchards, its
beautiful women, its old wooden temples and its folk music and dances. It
offers ample scope for trekking, climbing, angling.
Forty Kilometers away from Kullu, Manali is situated in a valley. One sees
well defined snow capped peaks, the Beas with its clear water meandering
through the valley, on the other side of which are deodar and pine trees,
tiny levelled fileds and fruit orchards. It is an excellent place for a
holiday and favourite starting point for trekkers.
Manali is considered to be the queen of hill resorts as it holds the
prospects of a peaceful stay amidst lush green meadows and forests, brooks
and waterfalls as well as the joy of hikers, climbs, sunbathing and fishing
for the youthful spirits. Manali provides a cool retreat for anyone who
exults in just being amidst unspoilt nature. The town has comfortable
amenities such as tourist bungalows; log huts, cottages and good
eating-places.
Where is Kullu Manali?
» By Air - The nearest airport is at Bhuntar,
which is 10 km south of Kullu. Bhuntar is well connected to Delhi by air,
and there are daily flights between the two.
» By Rail - The most convenient rail head for the
Kullu valley is Chandigarh (250 kms away). Chandigarh is connected by super
fast trains to Delhi.
» By Road - Kulu is accessible by road from Delhi
(500 kms), Chandigarh (250 kms) and Simla (260 kms).
