Weather: In Summer: Max. 25oC Min. 12oC.
In Winter: Max. 14.5oC Min. 2oC.
Manali experiences a temperate climate characterized by cool summers and heavy snowfall in winter.
About Manali
An excellent place for a holiday, Manali is a picturesque little town set amidst tall pine woods and the ideal place to relax in full view of snow-clad mountains. Manali is at an altitude of 2,200 metres and is situated on the River Beas. Manali 40 kms away from Kulu to the north, Manali is situated near the end of the valley on the National Highway leading to Leh. The landscape here is breath taking. It is an important hill station of northern India with high mountains covered by silent snows and deep boulder strewn gorges. The thick forest full of cool breezes, fields of wild flowers, and apple orchards give it an enchanting beauty. Manali is a flourishing orchard industry, a popular honeymoon destination and trailhead for innumerous treks as well as a great countryside ideal for adventure sport lovers and nature seekers.
Tourist Places
Manu Temple This is dedicated to the sage manu. just near the hadimba temple flows the manalsu river that culminates in the main beas river. across the manal ...more
Tourist buses and private taxis are available for hire. Himachal Tourism runs regular bus tours to destinations around Manali.
How to reach
By Air: The nearest airport is Bhuntar airport, South of Kullu town, 52 km south of Manali. There are flights to Delhi via Shimla.
By Rail: The closest narrow-gauge railhead is at Jogindernagar, 135 km away. The closest broad-gauge railheads are Chandigarh (310 km) and Ambala (355 km).
By Road: Manali is well connected by road. By road, the distance from Delhi via Mandi is 585 km, and from Shimla the distance is 270 km.
