About Manali
Manali is a town in the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh. It is situated in the Northern End of the Kullu Valley, formed by the Beas River. Manali is one of the best popular hill stations in Himachal Pradesh.
It offers the most attractive views of pir panjals and Dhawladhar ranges covered with snow.
Manali is located at an approx height of 8000 ft above the sea level. It is one of the best places to spend summer vacation. It is a honeymoon destination as well. Activities like Trekking, skiing in the Solang Valley are popular there. One of the most attractions for tourists in Manali is the Rohtang Pass which is located at the height of about 13000 ft above the sea level.
First day of journey
My journey started from Delhi. I’m going to Manali by bus and the distance from Delhi to Manali is approx 550km. Our bus arrived in the evening from bus stand and we passed some towns in our way.
My excitement was getting higher and higher to explore my one of favorite place. In the morning, we reached there and the feeling of cold breeze can be easily felt by me. However, we had to check-in a hotel that I booked earlier. After that we freshened up and took some rest then we visit some famous spots which is Hadimba Devi Temple, Manu Temple and Mall Road.
First we visit Hadimba Devi Temple which is crowdie, happy and very religious place. While going upstairs there were so many tall trees which were so beautiful and attractive. There was a story behind it, this temple is from the time of Mahabharata. Hadimba Devi was the wife of Bheem and the mother of Ghatotkach. Hadimba Devi lived here and she saved Bheem’s life by fighting her brother. It was a very religious experience. After that we visit Mall road this place was very crowdie. This place offers wide ranging options for shopping and eating. The warm clothes we get here are quit cheap and looks very trendy as well. We enjoyed our food, done some shopping and then leave to visit Manu temple which is in old Manali. This is the only one temple of Sage Manu in whole world. Sage Manu was the first king to ruled. Sage Manu used to do meditation sitting here. It was also a very good and religious experience. A while later we came back to hotel ate dinner and take rest.
Second day of journey
Next morning we visit to most beautiful and adventures place Rohtang pass. This peak gave me the hilarious experience which I never expected. We enjoyed pragliding and scenic beauty of Manali.
Third day of journey
Next morning we hit to the Vashisth temple which is 3km from Manali across the River Beas. It dedicated to a local saint Vashisth and Lord Rama. This place is famous for its sulphurous hot water springs and Vashisth temple, built just next to the springs. It is believed to have great healing power, which can cure many skin diseases and other infections. It was the great experience there. After that we ate some food and visit to Jogin Waterfall. This waterfall lies 2-3 hrs of trekking distance from Vashisth village of Manali.
This was a beautiful place with lush greenery and a fall from a mighty height.
Forth day of journey
Next morning we visit to Solang Valley. This place was very famous for activities. We enjoyed all adventure activities there like , river rafting, bungee jumping, ATV rides, snow laden and paragliding. It was too much fun there enjoyed allot. In evening we returned to Manali have some food and take some rest. In next morning we check-out and returned to Delhi from Manali.
