
Hadimba Temple
1.5 km from Manali, Hadimba temple was built in 1553 A.D. by Raja Bahadur
Singh. The temple is dedicated to Goddess Hadimba, wife of Bhima. It is
a beautiful temple having Pagoda shaped roof with a doorway carved with
mythical symbols and figures. The carving is unparalleled in art.
Manu Rishi Temple
2 km
from Manali, the temple is dedicated to Manu Rishi, the great Hindu Law
Giver. The newly renovated temple is famous for wooden carvings.
Club House
1.5
km from Manali, Club House is a beautiful building erected for the enjoyment
and sports activities, being run by Himachal Pradesh Tourism Development
Corporation (HPTDC). It offers facilities for indoor games and conferencing.
Wide lawns and sparkling Manalsu Stream soothe the fatigue of the tourists.
Vashisht
This
typical village is associated with sage Vashisht. A temple dedicated to
the sage has been built in the village. The temple has beautiful wooden
carvings and a large idol of the sage. By the side of the temple there
are hot water springs naturally oozing out from the ground. Nearby is
an ancient temple of Lord Rama that still displays its ancientness.
Tibetan Monastery
This
newly built monastery in Manali has a mighty image of Gautam Buddha and
exquisite Thangka paintings. The paintings in the monastery depict events
from Lord Buddha's life.
The place is known for carpet weaving and Tibetan handicrafts. Handicrafts
are put on sale to the outsiders.
Solang Valley
13
km from Manali this beautiful valley is a place of green meadows and ski
slopes. The valley is venue for national level winter sports. The place
is ideal for paragliding, trekking, skiing, picnics and horse riding.
In winters, a 'himling' is formed here.
Kothi
Kothi
is rich in scenic beauty. It is the first village besides River Beas.
The area is becoming famous as a picnic spot and is accessible by a vehicle.
There is a PWD Rest House in Kothi.
Rohtang Pass
51
km from Manali, Rohtang Pass is the highest point on National Highway
21. The pass bids a magnificent view of the valley. It offers trekking
opportunities too. Rohtang Pass is remains open from June to September
and is closed for traffic during winters owing to heavy snowfall.
Naggar
Naggar
is the old capital of Kullu. Raja Bhosal built a castle here, which is
under HPTDC now. The Roerich Art Gallery at Naggar houses a collection
of the paintings of the Russian artist N.K. Roerich. The village also
has ancient temples dedicated to goddess Tripura Sundri, Gauri-Shankar
and Lord Krishna.
Manikaran
Manikaran
is famous for it Sikh gurudwara and hot water springs. Water of the springs
is so hot that rice can be easily cooked in it. Manikaran also leads to
several treks in Parvati valley and over to Pin valley.