Top 10 Places to Visit in Manali

Manali is a city located in the Kullu district of the Himachal Pradesh State of India. Manali is famous for its snow-capped mountains, chilled weather, and attractive places.  Here you can enjoy adventure activities like hiking, trekking, skiing, paragliding, and many more. There are many picturesque places to explore on a low budget. Here are 10 places to visit in Manali.

1.Hadimba Devi Temple-

It is a famous temple in Manali, built in the sixteenth century by Maharaja Bahadur Singh. In this temple Devi Hidimba did meditation. Many people also go there to gain a lot of knowledge about temples. One can also see an old unique architectural style known as Pagoda. 

• Best time to visit: April to June
• Nearest railway station: Joginder Nagar Railway Station
• Nearest airport: Bhuntar Airport in Kullu
• Famous for:  special wooden Frontage Design

2. Solang Valley

This place is located northwest of Manali, Himachal Pradesh. Solang is famous for its adventure activities.  people can see beautiful pine trees and mountain peaks. There are many hotels available with a wide range of facilities like Gym, Spa, Childcare Facilities, and many more.

• Best time to visit: April to June
• Famous for: Lush Meadows

3. Rohtang Pass- 

This place is famous for its scenic beauty and attractive landscapes as well as Rohtang provides picturesque views, glacier peaks, Lahaul view, and the Chandra River. Permit fees of 500 INR are compulsory to watch in all these areas. At this place, smoking and alcohol are not allowed. In addition, Rohtang is not good for a night stay, people go there early in the morning so that they come back to Manali before night. 

• Best time to visit: May to October
• Famous for: Attractive View

4. Mall Road

This place is famous for special handicrafts which include shawls, carpets, and wooden antiques. The street has shops with a wide range of products like Himachali clothes, candies, shoes, and many more products at a cheap price. At this place, automobiles and emergency vehicles are not allowed. People can also stay there at night in a hotel without any problem because police officers are available for their safety. 

• Best time to visit: May to October
• Famous for: shopping Complex

5. Manali Wildlife Sanctuary

This place was established in 1954 by Manali Forest Development. The sanctuary is famous for its wide range of animals and mesmerizing views. This Place is good for newly married couples and families with children to spend some free time in nature’s beauties. The sanctuary is 10 INR per person and it welcomes all visitors from 9:00 am to. The entry fee is 6:00 pm on all days.

• Best time to visit:  October to February
• Famous for: Wide range of Animals

6. Manikaran Sahib 

This place is associated with Guru Nanak Dev Ji and It is situated in the Northwest of Bhuntar in the Kullu district of Himachal Pradesh. Most people like to visit in the hot spring season. An investigational Geothermal energy plant is also set up there. The main story of Manikarna Sahib is that Guru Nanak and Mardana felt hungry and there was nothing to eat. So, Guru Nanak Dev Ji sent Mardana to collect food from langar. So, in this case, many people donate Flour and other ingredients to make a community kitchen (langar). 

• Best time to visit: March to June
• Famous for: Story of Mardana\

7. Nehru Kund

This place is famous for its breathtaking weather and picturesque waterfall. This place was named after the Prime Minister of India Late Pandit Jawahar Lal Nehru.  Jawahar Lal Nehru loved this place and used to drink crystal water when he stayed in Manali.

• Best time to visit: October to May
• Famous for: Pristine Water
• Exploring Time: 1 Hour

8.  Rahala Waterfalls

This place also known as Rehala Fall is a waterfall in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated on the Leh- Manali Highway, 16 km North of Manali and South of Rohtang Pass. The waterfall is surrounded by forests, and trees and offers a view of snow-capped mountains. It’s a popular picnic spot for locals and tourists to make memories with their family and friends by clicking photos 

• Best time to visit: March to October
• Budget: Approx 150 per person to explore
• Famous for: Beautiful View

9. Arjun Gufa

This is an ancient cave near Manali. The cave is related to the story of Mahabharata. It is believed that the great warrior Arjuna performed penance and worshiped Lord Indra in this cave, so it is called Arjun Gufa. The cave is surrounded by greenery and beautiful landscape. Many people go there to worship the legend of Mahabharat Arjun and for their peace. 

• Best time to visit: March to October
• Budget: Approx 200 per person
• Famous for: Mahabharata legend Arjun

10.  Naggar Castle

It is a medieval castle situated in Kullu, Himachal Pradesh, India. It was built by Raja Sidh Singh of Kullu in the 15th century. It was taken over by Himachal Pradesh Tourism Development, to run as a hotel in 1978. Naggar is famous for historical structures made of stone and wood. Entry fees for Naggar Castle are 30 INR per person. 

• Best time to visit: April to June
• Famous for: Historical  Structures

Finally, there are plenty of places to visit in Manali with your family members and loved ones. Therefore, many newly married couples go there to celebrate their honeymoon. Manali attracts a lot of people due to its natural beauty and clean environment. So, pack your bags today to make your day a mesmerizing sight of Manali.