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Kullu / Manikaran

According to legend, Manikaran is also associated with Lord Shiva and his divine consort, Parbati, who lost and recovered her ear rings here. Legend has it that once when Shiva and Parbati were relaxing by the river. Parbati's ear rings fell nto the water. The lord of another world ( Patal Nagari ) named Shesh Nag took possession of them and despite Parvati's pleas, he refused to hand them back.

However when all the gods prevailed upon him, he snorted them out of his nostrils, causing a boiling fountain of water to erupt. the jewels thus returned. There are temples of Ramchandra and Shiva besides the Gurudwara. This place is famous for hot water springs. Thousands of people take a dip in its hot water. The main water is so hot that Dal ( pulses ), Rice, Vegetables etc. can be boiled in it

Around Manikaran

Bajeshwar Mahadev Temple : ( bajaura ) 15 km.This pyramidical temple belonging to the 8th century A.D. is embellished with wonderful carvings in stone and sculpture in the Shikhara style. This temple is situated about 200 metres from the village in a plain between the main road and the Beas river

Largi : ( 957 metres ) 34 km. This is a small hamlet providing excellent trout fishing. The famous rivers Sainj and Tirthan join the Beas a few hundred metres below. Larji is patronised mostly by anglers.

Bijli Mahadev Temple : ( 2,460 metres ) 11 km. This is one of the most striking temple in Kullu, where 20 metre tall image is supposed to attract special blessings from the skies in the shape of lightning. From the temple a panoramic view of Kulu and Paravati valleys can be seen. A 60 feet high staff of Bijli Mahadev temple glistens like a silver needle in the sun. in this temple of lightening it is said, the tall staff attracts the divine blessings in the form of lightening. The rest of the story can be heard from the priest, which is un-believable but true.

Quick Facts

State: Himachal Pradesh
Distt: Kullu
Destination: Manikaran
Climate: In winter, the temperature can drop to below freezing point when heavy woollens are required. Summer temperature are mild and light woollens/cottons are recommended.
Altitude: is situated at an altitude of about 1700mtrs.
Best time to visit: All the year round.

How to get there

By Train: The nearest rail head is Chandigarh which is 320 km away.

By Air: The nearest airport is Bhunter which is about 50 km and 10 Km beyond Kullu. Archana Airways and Jagson Airways operate daily flights from Delhi to Kullu & Shimla to Kullu.

By Road: It is well connected by road from Chandigarh and Delhi and situated on National Highway No 21. Regular buses, coaches and taxies play from Delhi and Chandigarh.

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Kullu Attractions


	Malana : Malana is considered to be the oldest democracy in the world. It would be
worth while to visit this village to study the style and social system prevalent there.
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	Naggar : On the left bank of the Beas, Naggar is delightfully situated on a wooded
slope and commands an extensive view. It was the capital of erstwhile Kulu state for about 1400 years.
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	Manali: According to Hindu mythology, Manali was the home of the lawgiver Manu (after whom the town is
named). Legend has it that when a flood deluged the earth, Manu and the gods were towed to dry ground by a giant fish, which was the seventh `avatar' of the god Vishnu.
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Kullu Accommodation

Hotel Sandhya Palace, Kasol: Sandhya Palace Kasol nestles snugly admits natures bounty promising a vacationer rejuvenation of mind and body. The hotel is charmingly located in Parvati valley just 3 km. .

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Hotel Evergreen : The challenging snow peaks captivating mountains view from wooden balcony.The evergreens comfort, luxury & unparallel elegance, makes you feel as in heaven.A unique hotel with naturally sprouted spring within its own premises.

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Hamtahuts & Loghuts : To Explore and to Experience sheer Luxury, nothing in Manali can surpass Himachal Tourism's Log Huts. Here is a blend of Rustic charm and modern comfort. About 2 km away from Manali,

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