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What all do you expect from a trip to a hill station? Hmm Serene ambience, massive grasslands, majestic snow-clad hills, and soaring trees. Right? But when it comes to Manali, your experience is not just limited to nature's bounties. This magical city has much more to bestow its visitors.
Famed for its picturesque Himalayan beauty and the awry Beas River flowing through its heart, Manali has many attractions to create fun moments in your life. Renowned for the hair-raising adventure sports activities and soul-calming Yoga & meditation practices, this hill station has the potential to satiate all kinds of yearnings. So don't come back without trying your hands on the arresting activities bestowed by this lofty haven.
So, let me introduce you the top 10 things to do in Manali, to have the utmost experience during your visit. Discuss with your tour operator and ensure that these all activities must be included in your Manali holiday package.
In summers, Paragliding in Manali is the most famous adventure sport and a new addition to this is Zorbing, in which a person spools downhill while inside an orb. Don't be apprehensive; an instructor will be there to make you familiar with this new adventure! The high altitude and open landscape of the Solang valley are idyllic for performing these blood-tingling adventure sports. Admired by skiers for its sharp slopes in winters, the valley offers an array of recreational sports in summers and winters to enjoy the bewitching sights of Manali from every angle!
One of the perks of visiting Manali is fueling your soul with spirituality. Visiting the famous pilgrimage spot of Sikhs and Hindus and rejuvenating your body by taking a dip in the natural sulphuroushot springs is truly ethereal. The hot water bath at Manikaran is said to have magical healing powers, especially on those aching muscles and rheumatism. Manikaran is nestled in the Parvati Valley between rivers Parvati and Beas, approx. 79kms from Manali. Mind your time in the hot springs, as the smell of sulphur can be repellent! There are separate sections of bathing for men and women, so no excuses, please!
With the passages that stride rough territories, copious boondocks and elevated meadows, which place could be more suitable for experiencing a walk through the unforgettable trails than Manali. Whether you are an amateur trekker or a proficient one, Manali lures trekking enthusiasts from all around the world. Some of the famous treks in Manali are Chandra Taal Trek, Beas Kund Trek, Chandrakhani Trek, Bhrigu Lake Trek, etc. Pack your haversack for the exhilarating experience of trekking in the unbound splendour of bountiful valleys that will lead you to the snowy heights taming perennial and blue torrential rivers. Go beyond the horizon!
51 km away from Manali, Rohtang Pass is one of the best places for nature lovers. The serpentine roads up the hills with a side view of snow covered mountains and sprawling landscapes will leave you mesmerised. You can feel the chill curling up on the car seat, as the temperature drops with increasing altitude during your way up the hill. The pass is closed from October to May, as the magnificent mountains are completely snow capped in winters. Wanna experience the raw nature? Add a visit to Rohtang in your itinerary!
Tattoos are the latest hype today. Although imprinted on the surface of the skin, it has a deeper meaning to the wearer. Manali has some proficient tattoo artists who have inked many celebrities too. Add this adventure to your Manali diaries, give your subliminal thoughts a shape by getting inked at the famous tattoo parlours of Manali! If you want to contemplate on the suggestion, sit in a quaint caf on the Mall road and get the tattoo as per your wish!
Within a stone's throw from the Hidimba Devi Temple in Manali, the Museum of Himachal Culture and Folk Art exhibits nearly vanished articles that present the elapsed culture, art and handicraft of Himachal Pradesh. The museum was founded in 1998. You can experience the ancient Himachal Pradesh under one roof with a display of antique items such as religious relics, old houses and forts, ornaments, earthen pots, handloom, etc. Visit and relish the history of the forgotten era!
Amidst all the adventure, calm your body and motivate your soul with the authentic Indian Yogic traditions and practices at Shri Hari Yoga Ashram. The orange themed Ashram conducts Yoga sessions under the stringent surveillance of Guru Hari, a connoisseur of Yoga philosophy. Who knows, this may be the first step to your transformation! Take home a new you!
Elate the thrill and take a ride on the huge furry animal. Usually disliked by young children, riding a yak is a top ranked activity for adults to explore the surroundings and click some perfect selfies with the beast. The best place for a yak ride is Solang Valley. The trainers decorously train the yaks, for an affable experience! Shun all your fears, the beast is tamed!
The Arjun Gufa is a major tourist attraction in manali, sited near Prini village, at a distance of 4km from Manali. The cave has turned into a meditation point due to its mythological history. The legend says that the valiant Pandav warrior of the Indian epic Mahabharata meditated here and was sanctified with the most powerful weapon called Pashupati Astra by Lord Indra. A short visit to the lake Kunt Bhayo and Kunti Mata temple can be planned, as these are just 2km away from the cave. Spend some time in the opulence of this hollow to unfold the layers of your mind and soul!
To satiate your adventure thirst, you must visit the sister city Kullu. This stimulating adventure excursion gets the adventure enthusiasts on their toes. The sport will make you learn the significance of teamwork. The gushing icy cold waters of Beas River are perfect for relishing the sport of rafting. A professional rafter will accompany you to embark the expedition. June is the perfect month for rafting. Experience the adrenaline as you defeat the inundating water of the Beas!
Whether for adventure sports or just to relax in the tranquil beauty, Manali is an exquisite temptress for all kinds of tourists all through the year. I'm sure you are tempted too!
