Honeymoon
in Kullu Manali spells love. Sitting prettily in the Himalayan slopes, Kullu
Manali are always ready to embrace the visitors. Natural beauty in Kullu
Manali beckons you. Hear the silent sound of the snow-capped peaks. Breath
in deeply the pine-scented air. Amble freely in the quiet, lonely pathways.
Kullu Manali would provide you such fruitful time which you would remember
for all your life. Every newly wed in India dreams of going to Kullu Manali.
Kullu
Valley
Vast snow range of the Himalayas girdles Kullu Valley, with the Beas River
flowing along the valley's length. The valley was once known as
Kullanthpitha. The Kullu Valley also called with appreciation as, ' The
Valley of God ' is perhaps the most delightful region in the Western
Himalayas.
This valley is shadowed in breathtaking grandeur and beauty. Literally the
valley of hundred temples and a thousand deities, it offers peace, a
mysterious, spiritual peace which pervades every nook, every corner, and a
peace breathed into the mountains, trees, stars and streams by countless
sages and `rishis' who came here to meditate.
What To See
The main attractions of Kullu include Raghunath Temple, Bijli
Mahadev Temple, Basheshwar Temple, Manikaran hotsprings. Raghunatha Temple
is dedicated to Lord Rama, the tutelary of Kullu Valley.Bijli Mahadev
Temple, located 11km from the city, offers picturesque view of the valley.
The wildlife sanctuaries attract huge number of visitors during the month of
April - June and September - October. Hot Springs are located 4km from the
city. Several monasteries are also located in Kullu region.
Adventure
Kullu Valley has innumerable places for trout fishing. These places include
Katrain, Raison, Kasol and Naggar. And there are more. Along the river
Tirthan near Larji, in the Sainj Valley and in the Hurla khud. Several trek
routes pass through this valley. You can entertain yourself with activities
like skiing, trekking, fishing and river-rafting.
Manali
It is believed that when the entire world was deluged with rain and all the
land was covered with water, arose a place of breathtaking natural beauty -
It was Manali, here life began again. The raw magnificence of Manali's
natural beauty has to be seen and experienced to be believed. Proud, snow
clad mountains, dense forests, emerald valleys, exotic flowers, gurgling
streams meandering through meadows, it is sheer magic.
Not Miss
Prominent attraction of Manali is Hadimba Devi Temple. This shrine with a
finely wrought four tiered pagoda roof harks back to 1553. It is built
around a natural cave which enshrines the footprints of Goddess Hadimba.
Manu Temple and Tibetan Monastery are other popular places. Arjun Gufa where
Arjuna, one of the Pandava brothers is believed to have performed his
penance is here.
Festivals
Celebrated in October Kullu Dussehra is the biggest festival here. When
Dussehra celebrations come to an end in the rest of the country, they begin
at Kullu. Over 600 local deities come to pay homage to Lord Raghunath. This
is a time when the valley is at its colorful best.
Cuisine
In these hilly areas, you can get steaming hot lunches, romantic
candlelight dinners and a choice of Indian, Mughlai, Chinese, laid out and
served with flourish. The taste will linger on long after the meal is over
Discotheque
You and your loved one can hop across to few of the exclusive Discotheque
found in Kullu-Manali. It is here that you as a couple can discover a
refreshing and relaxing holiday experience created in perfect harmony with
nature.
How
To Reach
Air
Kullu Airport is located 9km from the town. Regular flights operate for
Delhi, Shimla and Chandigarh. Taxis and bus services are available for
reaching town from the airport.
Rail
Jogindernagar, nearest railway station, is at 95km from Kullu. Buses and
taxis are available to reach Kullu from station.
Road
Kullu is located on National Highway 21 and well-connected with Delhi,
Chandigarh and Manali. Deluxe, luxury and ordinary buses link Kullu to other
towns of Himachal Pradesh and Delhi.
