Manali is located in the angle between the rivers Manalsu and Beas and between the Kullu, Lahul and Sipti valleys. It is set in the foothills of the Himalayas, amidst spectacular mountains and Cedar Forests. Manali is a destination for all seasons, a lush cool green paradise in summer and a mysterious white cloaked enigma in winter.

Manali affords diverse opportunities for adventure from hiking, camping, white water rafting, paragliding, ballooning, mountaineering, skiing and angling in the mountain streams.

Sarovar Portico, Manali (formerly - Park Inn - Manali) marks our presence in the hills. It is situated on the banks of the Manalsu River, below Manali village and next to the temple of Manu Maharaj. It has 43 rooms and suites.

Places Of Interest :

Manu Temple is the only temple of Manu Maharaj in the world. It is said to mark the spot where he first set foot on earth from his celestial boat, after the world destroying flood. Manali takes its name from Manu - alya or place of Manu.

Hadimba Temple - Harimba Devi was the Patron Goddess of the old Kings of Kullu. She was a Rakshasi, the wife of Bhim the Pandava, who became a Devi by her Tapasya. The temple is 600 years old and is in the middle of a Cedar Forest.

Vashisht Hot Spring - clinging to the mountains above the Beas, is the old village of Vashisht, with hot sulfur springs and temples.

Solang Valley is situated 13 kilometers from Manali, en route to Rohtang Pass. It is considered one of the best skiing slopes in the world.

Rahala Falls is a 50 meter fall, 27 km from Manali. It is set in beautiful environs, with a picnic spot nearby, surrounded by mountains.

Rohtang Pass 51 kilometers from Manali, is at a height of 4934 meters, being one of the highest roads. The crest of the pass offers a breathtaking view of the Himalayas.

Nagger 18 kilometers from Manali, was the old capital of the Kullu Kings. It consists of the only castle in Kullu, some very old temples and the Roerich Museum.

Connectivity :

By Air

There are daily flights from Chandigarh and Delhi to Buntar, which is 50 kilometers from Manali.

By Rail

The nearest railhead is Chandigarh, which is 312 kilometers from Manali.

By Road

In many ways this is the best option. Manali is 559 kilometers from Delhi.