Offering majestic views of snow clad parvati and Kullu valleys is the temple of Bijli Mahadev. It is located at an altitude of about 2,460m, 14 km to the south-east of Kullu across the Beas River and is a three km trek from Mansari village.

The place is as beautiful as it is windy and the shrine is a ‘Khash’ style temple that has a ‘Shivling’ installed in it. It is said that the tall staff of the temple attracts the divine blessings of God in the form of lightning. It is believed that the priest of the temple has to restore the Shivalinga using butter and sattoo after every lightning. Bijli Mahadev is one of the primary attractions in Kullu. You can see the beautiful confluence of Beas and Parvati rivers and the Bhuntar Airport from the top.

This is an amazing and refreshing trek and should be a must on your list for seeking some much needed peace and calm.

Manikaran is located in the Parvati Valley on river Parvati, northeast of Bhuntar in Kullu District of Himachal Pradesh. It is at an altitude of 1760 m and is located 4 km ahead of Kasol and about 35 km from Kullu. This small town attracts tourists visiting Manali and Kullu to its hot springs and pilgrim centres.

Manikaran is a pilgrimage centre for Hindus and Sikhs. The Hindus believe that Manu recreated human life in Manikaran after the flood, making it a sacred area. It has many temples and a gurudwara. There are temples of the Hindu deities Rama, Krishna, and Vishnu. Whereas according to the Sikhs, during third Udasi, the founder of Sikhism Guru Nanak came to this place in 1574 Bikrami with his disciple Bhai Mardana.

The area is well known for its hot springs and its beautiful landscape and makes for an amazing traveller’s destination.

If you like to scout around uncharted terrain, pack your bags and head towards Tirthan valley. Jibhi is the absolute scenic hamlet in this valley. Banjar is another dreamy town here that has some extremely beautiful views to cherish.

The Tirthan Valley is a quiet valley and is ideal for trekking, fishing, wildlife watching, and discovering unexplored hill villages. There’s also the option of doing absolutely nothing as you relax among the pine trees in the valley. The most amazing getaway in the Tirthan Valley is the Parashar Lake which resonates with an unprecedented beauty.

This is the ultimate getaway to connect with nature and unwind in solitude and should be definitely visited on your next trip to Kullu Manali.

The Great Himalayan National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage site and an absolute treasure rich with flora and fauna. Ideal to unplug from the chaos and soak in the village culture or to embark on a three to ten days trek.

The absolute beauty and the feeling of being so close to nature make the park a must visit while travelling through Kullu Manali. The place offers breathtaking views of the Himalayan Mountains on all three sides. The Great Himalayan National Park is ideal for nature lovers, trekkers and explorers. It showcases more than 375 species of fauna, 31 species of mammals and more than 181 species of birds are also seen here. The best sighting is experienced from September to November when animals migrate to lower grounds.

You will love the park for its perks of bird watching and trout fishing.

Nicholas Roerich (Nikolai Roerich) was a Russian painter and poet who spent the later half of his years in Naggar, Kullu. He was an explorer and was also known to be a writer, philosopher, archeologist and mystic.

Nicolas Roerich’s old home has been now converted into a museum known as the Roerich Museum. The museum is well-maintained and it boasts of a wide variety of paintings of colourful nature landscapes. Following the footsteps of Nicolas Roerich, a lot of writers and painters have also made Naggar their home and a hub for anyone with a creative streak. The upper floor of the house is in a fragile state, and hence tourists are not allowed inside. The interiors can however be seen through glass panels of closed windows.

It is a very tranquil place located just above the main market in Naggar.

Manali also homes some beautiful Tibetan Monasteries like the Himalayan Nyingmapa Gompa, and the Gadhan Thekchhokling Gompa. The monasteries were long ago built by Tibetan refugees and are a perfect visit for people would wish to experience their culture.

These monasteries are built on the Pagoda pattern and also house a shrine of Lord Buddha. The serenity and the peaceful aura of these monasteries will make you the happiest person. Even though the monasteries are open all year long all the time, the shrine is open only between 7am and 7pm.

The monasteries are undoubtedly the best place to meditate and relax. Also you can purchase some beautiful traditional Tibetan art and craft products.

When planning a trip to Manali, a day at the Rohtang Pass is the ultimate and almost essential attraction. The pass is located at a massive height of 3978 metres and the way up the hill is a treat to the eyes. Owing to its splendid natural beauty, Rohtang Pass is a favourite among travellers from all around the world.

Located at a distance of just 51 kilometres from the main town, Rohtang Pass can be reached only by road and makes for an incredible ride. The road stays open for vehicular traffic from June to October owing to the adverse weather conditions otherwise. The alluring mighty snowy mountains will spell bind all you nature lovers out there, leaving its imprints etched in your souls for evermore.

So curl up in your car seat as you head your way up and feel the chill of real rapture.

The Bhrigu Lake is named after Maharishi Bhrigu. It is a sight to behold. It is around 3-4hours from Manali. It is located near the Rohtang Pass and can only be reached either by trekking from Gulabo Village or by crossing the Vashisht hot springs.

According to the locals, the lake never freezes completely and is considered extremely auspicious and sacred. The place offers a completely astounding and breath-taking view for travellers. It is most renowned for its scenic pleasure and the treks. You can also enjoy clicking a billion pictures and camping in nearby areas.

A visit to the Bhrigu Lake would leave you with a billion memories and should be on the top of your must visit lists.

River rafting is an adrenaline-pumping adventure activity that offers a thrilling experience. Rafting in Manali can be easily opted by newbies also and if you have been longing to indulge in some exciting exploits, then here is the golden chance.

You will not only fall in love with the splendor of the cascading river, but will also enjoy the glimpse of the serene landscape on both sides of the river Beas. The thrill of riding over the rapids will not only give you goosebumps, but will also give you cherishable and unforgettable moments. Moreover, Manali happens to be one of the safest zones for river rafting as the grade of the river is not too high and you will be accompanied by skilled rafting guides on your journey.

Rafting in Kullu-Manali is something worth giving a try as it offers a scenic and an exhilarating experience.

Trek over the mountains and through the woods. Exhilarate in the adventure of scaling high peaks. They say that the best view comes after the hardest climb. The mountains surrounding Kullu and Manali provide the most thrilling climbs and the most elating views.

Out of the numerous hike able locations in the area, some of the best ones include, Beas Kund Trek, will take you the source of River Beas. Beas Kund trek is a short trek but it is full of stunning views of hanging glaciers and snow clad peaks. The Bijli Mahadev Trek, trekking route starts as a narrow trekking trail through Pine trees and leads to a gorgeous meadow with an ancient Shiva temple. The Kheerganga Trek is very pleasant and offers some exhilarating views and the end of the trek opens up into a beautiful meadow and a natural hot water spring.

There are numerous other treks in the surrounding areas which our hotel travel desk will be happy to assist you with based on your interests and requirements.