Manali
The Valley of the Gods — Himalayan peaks, alpine meadows and the spirit of adventure
The Crown Jewel of Himachal Pradesh
Manali is a high-altitude Himalayan resort town nestled in the Beas River Valley, at the northern end of the Kullu Valley. Sitting at an elevation of 2,050 metres, it is one of the most visited hill stations in India — and for good reason.
From the thundering Rohtang Pass at 3,978 metres to the serene apple orchards of Old Manali, from the glaciers of Solang Valley to the sacred Hadimba Devi Temple — Manali offers every kind of Himalayan experience. Whether you are a honeymooner, adventurer, family or solo traveller, Manali delivers.
Top Highlights of Manali
Rohtang Pass
3,978 m high mountain pass with snow year-round. Gateway to Lahaul–Spiti. Open June to November.
Solang Valley
Adventure hub — skiing, zorbing, paragliding, rope crossing. 14 km from Manali town.
Hadimba Temple
16th-century wooden temple in a cedar forest. Dedicated to Goddess Hadimba — serene and sacred.
Old Manali
Hippie cafés, budget stays, art shops and the charming Manu Temple above the Beas River.
Naggar Castle
500-year-old stone castle, now a heritage hotel. Stunning views over the Kullu Valley.
Beas River
White-water rafting stretches from Pirdi to Jhiri. River walks and riverside camping available.
Chandratal Lake
14,100 ft crescent-shaped lake. One of the most beautiful high-altitude lakes in the world.
Leh via Manali
The legendary Manali–Leh highway — one of the highest motorable roads on earth at 5,328 m.
Manali in Pictures
Routes to Manali
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Best Time to Visit Manali
Summer (Mar–Jun)
Perfect weather, 10°C–25°C. Roads to Rohtang and Solang open. Most popular season — book early.
Monsoon (Jul–Sep)
Heavy rains, landslide risk on highway. Some parts of Rohtang closed. Not recommended for first-time visitors.
Autumn (Oct–Nov)
Clear skies, golden foliage, fewer crowds. Snow starts from late October. Ideal for scenic drives.
Winter (Dec–Feb)
Heavy snowfall, −2°C to 10°C. Rohtang closed but Manali town looks magical. Perfect for snow lovers.