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February 8th, 2007 | 
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Climate
The climate in Manali is very pleasant all through the year except during the winter when night temperatures may drop below zero degree Celsius. Springtime, beginning in March and lasting through April, brings to the valley blossoms, flowers and butterflies – offering a completely rejuvenating experience.
The summers beginning in the month of May, normally lasts through the month of June. It is a time when every body wishes to be in Manali. The maximum temperature during the summer barely touches 26 degrees centigrade towards the end of June. Manali is lush green and vibrant during the monsoons, beginning in July, and usually continues till the end of August. It is a time when the valley bustles with a variety of global tourists and trekkers.
Monsoons can be romantic with the mist flowing into your rooms. You can enjoy the gentle tapping of rain drops on the roof and get drenched in the rains. Another fine time to be in Manali is during September/October and November with autumn colors in the air. This is the time for the colorful Kullu Dusshera in which 365 gods and goddesses of the valley assemble at Dhalpur.
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Accomodation Is No Problem In Manali
Span Resorts ( 5 Star Hotel )
Address: Kullu – Manali Highway, P. O. – Katrain , Manali.
Location: Suburban
Property Type: Resort
It is nestled among acres of woodland and landscaped gardens, on the Kullu-Manali highway near Manali.The entire complex of cottage and the main building is designed to bring you close to nature. The river runs right past your door. The trees peer over your shoulders. The flowers invade your room. No sound but the voice of the river disturbs your peace.
Timber Trail ( 4 Star Hotel )
Address: Prini Manali Naggar Highway, , Manali
Location: Suburban
Property Type: Resort
Timber Trail, the newest four-star Resort Deep set in idyllic town of Manali stands the elegant. Slightly off the highway, amidst an apple orchard, it is the only resort in Manali where one can witness the falling snow while lazing in the swimming pool.
Vacres Manali Resorts ( 4 Star Hotel )
Address: Kullu Manali National Highway 21, Manali
Location: Suburban
Property Type: Resort
After settling into the luxury of your room in Vacres Manali Resort, you sleep and wake to the sounds of the river. Manali Resort has a spacious and comfortable lobby with great views. This deluxe hotel is located 5 kms before the Manali Mall.
Piccadily Hotel ( 4 Star Hotel )
Address: The Mall, Manali
Location: City Center
Property Type: Business And Leisure Hotel
Piccadily Hotel is located a few yards away from the centre of Manali. It is provides modern amenities in a friendly and homely atmosphere to guests.
Sagar Resort ( 4 Star Equivalent Hotel )
Address: Hadimba Road, Manali, , Manali
Property Type: Business And Leisure Hotel
Sagar Resort, a part of Manali can ensure you the extreme comfort of your choice. A resort which is built amidst the plendour of Manali, which carries some of the most breathtaking views of the valley, located in the serene surroundings of Manali, just a kilometer from the Mall. It provides you with the best comfort possible.
Shopping
The Mall in Manali offers many interesting items to be purchased, from cloths to decorative pieces and gift items. Woollen goods are the town’s real forte, particularly the brilliantly patterned shawls for which it is known for. The NSC or ‘New Shopping Centre’ Market near the bus stand sells a good selection. Another reliable emporium is the government – sponsored Bhutico, which has an outlet on the Mall, just opposite the tourist office. Around the bazaar there are innumerable stalls stacked with hand-woven goods and pillbox Kullu Topis. Manali’s other specialty is Himalayan handicrafts, mainly assorted Tibetan curios such as prayer wheels, amulets, dorjees or thunderbolts, masks, musical instruments, jewellery and thangkas.
Center Attraction Of Manali
Rohtang Pass
Rohtang Pass is the highest point, 4,112m, on the Manali-Keylong road, 51-km from Manali town. It provides a wide panoramic view of mountains rising far above clouds, which is a sight truly breath-taking.
Mountaineering
Himachal Pradesh has some challenging peaks and each year expeditions are organised by the Mountaineering Institute at Manali. The Mountaineering Institute has regional centres at Dharamsala, Bharmour and Jispa, which organise adventure courses as well.
Manali Sanctuary
This sanctuary is located in District Kullu’s nearest town, Manali. The area of this sanctuary is 3,180 hectares. The sanctuary wasnotified on 26th February 1954, under the Punjab Birds and Wild Animals Protection Act, 1933.
Temple Of Manu
Slippery stones paths lead through the old village houses up to the temple of Manu. Manali is named after the sage Manu who meditated when he came in this area.
Tibetan Temple
Tibetans have a base in Manali too. There is a large modern Tibetan temple to the South of the bus stand and also a small handicrafts centre.
Hadimba Temple:
Hadimba or Dhungiri temple in Manali is one of the most important temples in the region. This four-story wooden temple is located in the middle of a forest called the Dhungiri Van Vihar. Winding paths through forests and glades of whispering Deodars form the setting for the majestic wooden temple of Hidimba Devi in Manali. The motorable road is shaded by Chestnuts,Chinars and tall deciduous Deodars. This forested backdrop enthral one’s spirit and refresh one’s mind all along the uphill path.
Malana Valley
In the valleys of Kullu and Manali below Chanderkhani Pass, situated at an altitude of 2,76m is a little hub of hundred houses. The village, which consists of 1,000 tribals, has an immaculate system of self-governance.
Vashisth Village
Famous for the sweeping valley views and sulphurous hot-water springs, the large settlement of Vashisht, formerly known as Bashist, just 3km from Manali, is an amorphous jumble of traditional timber houses and modern concrete cubes, divided by paved courtyards and narrow muddy lanes.
Old Manali
The old Manali area is located some 3-km from the present day Manali. The old Manali is covered with guesthouses, which look ancient now, and orchards where the livestock move at will.
Hotels And Resorts
Ashiana Regency Hotel:
It is 3 star hotel, located 25 km from Airportand 5 km from Railway station.
Asia The Dawn, Tara Devi:
Located in Kachi Ghati, Tara Devi, offering 38 spacious rooms and luxury suits.
East Bourne Resort:
It is 3 star hotel offering luxurious rooms. East Bourne Hotel is well within driving distance from shopping centre, the railway station and the Air Port. Free transfers by Resort Courtesy cab from Resort to Bus Stand, Railway Station, Main Town & Vice Versa
Honeymoon Inn:
Luxury resort in Shimla with conference facilties, executive lounge, discotheque, multi cuisine restaurant, indoor recreation facilities and also offers honeymoon packages, horse riding, trekking tours in Himachal Pradesh.
Hotel Kufri Pacific:
It is situated on Kufri-Chail road at an altitude of about 8500 feet from the sea level. It is at 30 minutes drive from both from Shimal & Chail, on Kufri Chail Road and it is approachable in all seasons.
Hotel Surya:
Just round the bend, on the Circular Road, stands the majestic structure of Hotel Surya. Offering 56 luxuriously designed rooms, studded with individual telephone, attached bath with 24 hours running hot & cold water.
Hotel Shingar:
It is just 2 kms. from Railway station and 22 kms. from Airport. This Shimla hotel is 1 star equivalent hotel offering modern accommodation and amenities.
Hotel Taj Palace:
It is an ideal place for real nature lovers amidst deodar and kail trees away from the hustle bustle of crowd, but still very close to the main shopping centre ” The Mall”.
Hotel Victory:
This hotel is located 5 minutes walking distance from the main Bus Terminus and Shimla Railway Station. 20 Kms from Shimla Airport.
Sukh Sagar Resort:
This Hotel in Shimla provides all types of luxurious facilities and amenities located Cart Road, Across Victory Tuneel, Near Tara Hall Kaithu.
Climate
Shimla is situated at an altitude of about 2100 m. All the seasons of nature visit Shimla during the year. The isotherms of Shimla happen to match with that of London throughout the year and is the reason for Britisher’s choice of Shimla as its summer capital
The Mall:
The Mall is the main shopping centre of Shimla. It also has many restaurants, clubs, banks, bars, Post Offices and tourist offices. The Gaiety Theatre is also situated there. People walk up and down the Mall slowly, stopping to gossip, as it is the main meeting place for everyone. The Ridge and Scandal point are the two main meeting points at the Mall.
Lakkar Bazaar It is highly popular for its wood crafts and souvenirs.Shimla is the best market for the handicrafts of Himachal Pradesh. Woollen and pashmina shawls, decorative items, handmade shoes, dolls, woollen caps, carved wooden sticks, toys and other items made form wood are made in Shimla itself and are on sale in the Lakkar Bazar. Tibetan jewellery and trinkets are found in the small Tibetan shops near the Ridge.
Major Attractions:
There is a vast variety of tourist attractions in shimla. Shimla is a perfect tourist destination that endorses many travel attractions, breathtaking highways, inaccessible mountains, colorful people.
Jakhoo Hill It is the city’s highest peak and a vantage point giving breathtaking view of entire Shimla and of Himalayas.
St. Michael’s Cathedral It is dressed-stone church with fine stained glass and a cruciform design. It is located just off the Mall, below the District Courts.
State Museum It is the representative collection of Himachal Pradesh’s rich heritage. Exhibits include archaeological artifacts, carvings, paintings and sculptures. The Glen is a thickly wooded ravine through which a stream flows. It is a popular picnic spot. For devotes ones, Sankat Mochan temple is the ideal place worth visiting.
Kufri: It is 16 kms. from Shimla at a height of 8,600 ft. Kufri is the winter sports capital. During winter, visitors have the facility for skiing. The skiing season is at its best during January and February. Equipment for sking is available from HPTDC winter sports club at Kufri. Apart from skiing, Kufri is a lovely picnic spot with a beautiful view of the hills around and the snowy peaks. There is also a zoo that delights children.
Sankat Mochan: A popular Hanuman temple is located here. We get an excellent view of Shimla from the temple. It can be reached by car or on foot.
Tara Devi: It is 11kms.from the Shimla bus-stand. Tara Devi has a temple dedicated to the goddess of stars on top of the hill. There is a military Dairy Town here as well as the headquarters of Bharat Scouts and Guides. At a height of 6,070 ft. Tara Devi is an ideal place for a person wanting peace and some rest.
Naldehra: It is 22 kms. from Shimla and surrounded by beautiful deodar trees. Naldehra has a well kept nine-hole golf-course. It is a lovely, popular picnic spot. The annual Sipi fair in June is held in Naldehra.
Chail: Chail is a little mountainous heaven 45 kms. from Shimla. It was the summer capital of the Maharaja of Patiala before Independence. The forests near Chail have many species of birds and deer. Chail is known for its cricket pitch, which is the highest cricket ground in the world.