About Manali
Manali stands high at an altitude of 2050
meters above sea level at the head of the Kullu valley. The beauty of the
resort is enhanced by the Beas that flows through it. The river with the
wild flowers, hamlets and fruit-laden orchards present the gifts of the
sight, sound and smell.
Manali Travel Attractions
The smaller and more modern Himalayan Nyingamapa Gompa stands nearer the
bazaar, in a garden blooming with sunflowers. Its main shrine, lit by dozens
of electric bulbs and fragrant with Tibetan incense, houses a colossal
gold-faced Buddha, best viewed from the small room on the first floor. The
Museum of Traditional Himachal Culture, near the Hidimba temple, is worth a
visit, which houses artifacts of folk art of the entire Kullu valley.
Climate
The temperature drops below freezing point in winter months when it shows
heavily. Summers are generally mild and light, punctuated by monsoons during
July - September.
Place to Eat
IL Forno - An Italian restaurant known for its spaghetti
Bolognese, lasagna mushroom and pizza's particularly chocolate cake. Run by
Roberta Angelone, restaurant with picturesque view is a must visit
destination for any gourmet traveler in Manali. The restaurant has many
visitors including ministers and film stars, including former PM Atal Behari
Vajpayee and family. Mount View and Chopsticks - is a friendly place where
you can order genuine Chinese food and not just chop-suey as well as momos.
Things to Buy
The cool nip in the evening air may well have you stocking up on colourful
Kinnauri shawls, mufflers and caps; Pangwali blankets from Chamba and
multi-coloured hand-knitted woolen socks from Lahaul.
There are good range of thangkas, silver and turquoise jewelry available in
the Tibetan market. You can check out Shop No. 12 Artefacts behind Bus
Stand.
There are wide range of locally made pickles, jams and juices. Natural oil
like apricot oil for massages and shampoos are available in the shops on the
mall.
Bodh Shawl and Manushri - Sell good quality hand spun Kullu shawls in pure
wool, angora and pashmina with colourful borders.
