RAGHUNATHJI TEMPLE

The Temple houses a statuette of Lord Rama, brought down from Ayodhya. It is considered one of the holiest places in Kullu.

OLD MANALI

To reach Old Manali, one has to cross the Manalsu Nala. The village has a temple, Manu maharishi Temple, maize fields and apple orchards which offer a break from the rush of main manali. Here you can also find road side cafes that serve hot porridge, pancakes, tea and coffee.

HADIMBA TEMPLE

About 13 km north of the main bazaar, is the pagoda shaped 600-year old Hadimba Devi Temple. It is hidden in the midst of thr cedar forest in old Manali. The temple is dedicated to Hadimba, the wife of Bhima, one of the five Pandava brothers of the Mahabharta. She was the patron goddess of the Kullu royal family and is considered to be the mother goddess of the valley. The four storey Temple is known for intricate carvings on the wood running through the pillars and doorposts. The temple is also known as Dhungri Temple.

TIBETAN MONASTERY
 
The large Tibetan settlement in the valley throng the monastery with its colourful gompas and prayer wheels. A strong influence of Buddhism is evident in this town with several monastries in various parts of Manali. The hand woven carpets made in the workshop of the monastery are a must buy.

ARJUNA CAVES
 
Five kilometres away from Manali near the hamlet called Prini, are the Arjuna Caves. Arjuna – one of the Pandava brothers, is believed to have mediated here in order to impress Indra, the king of Gods, as he wanted a weapon as a boon.

MOUNTAINEERING INSTITUTE

The Directorate bof Mountaineering & Allied Sports was established in 1961 and is the second oldest adventure sports institute in India. Located 13 km from manali, it provides training in mountaineering, skiing, water sports, outbound adventure and mountain rescue.

ROHTANG PASS

Rohtang Pass, the perilous pass crossing into Lahaul is barely 54 km from Manali. It lies at a height of 3,980 km above sea level. The initial drive is like travelling through a picture postcard. River Beas keeps company for about 15 km. It is freezing cold. It is the highest point on the Manali-Leh highway and provides panoramic view of the glaciers, deep ravines and mountains.

SOLANG VALLEY
 
Solang Valley just 14 km from Manali allows you to experience nature in all her glory at 8,500ft above sea level. The splendid view of the perennial of the Solang Nala of Manali transports tourists to the glorious heights of the Himalayas. Solang Valley is one of the best skiing destinations. A visit


Must do

*  ADVENTURE SPORTS

*  KAYAKING

*  PARAGLIDING

*  CAMPING

*  SKIING

*  MOUNTAINEERING