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Kullu
Area : 6.68 sq. km.
Language : Hindi and Pahari.
Best Time to Visit : Mid March to Mid November.
Clothing : Summer- Light woollen & Winter- Heavy woollens.
Rainfall : 102 cms.
Capital City : Himachal Pradesh.
STD Code : 1902. |
About Kullu
Temperature: Summer- Max. 30.8, Min. 18.8 Winter- Max. 16.4, Min. 5.2.
Kullu, " the Valley of the Gods", has a unique charm. Long regard by the ancient Hindus as the furthest limit of human habitation - Kulantapitha - its original name is mentioned even in the Ramayana and the Mahabharata. Kullu is famous for its Dussehra celebrations as also for its Red Delicious, Royal Delicious and Golden Delicious apples. Each season has its special charm as do the helpful and charming people of this valley.
Located in Himachal Pradesh, Kullu is a small town located by the banks of River Beas. Tourists to Manali include a trip to the nearby town of Kullu as well. But few people know that this little town has all the pleasures of a hill station sans the crowds and the noise. Clean air, cold winds, meandering lanes, scenic hills and the mandatory deodars with the sun shining through. It is also the ideal base for exploring the rest of the Kullu Valley with its scenic towns and villages tucked comfortably on every curve of the valley's slope.
HOW TO REACH
By Air: The nearest airport Bhuntar (10 kms from Kullu) is connected by Vayudoot services with Delhi and Chandigarh. Jagson & Continental Airlines also operates flights from Delhi to Kullu.
By Rail:The nearest most convenient railhead is Chandigarh (272 kms). The other nearest narrow gauge railheads are Jogindarnagar (166 kms) with a change at Pathankot and Shimla (240 kms) with a change at Kalka.
By Road: Kullu is connected by road with Ambala (606 kms), Chandigarh (556 kms), Delhi (798 kms), Pathankot (278 kms), Shimla (240 kms), Manali (40 kms), Palampur (164 kms), Mandi (70 kms), Kyelang (158 kms), Katrain (21 kms), Rohatang Pass (91 kms), Dharamshala (213 kms), Dalhousie (334 kms), Chamba (383 kms), Bilaspur (139 kms), Jogindarnagar (166 kms) etc. Regular bus-services connect Kullu with the above places and others
ATTRACTIONS OF KULLU
• Bijli Mahadev Shrine (2460 m):10kms. from Kullu across the Beas river, Bijli Mahadev temple is one of the striking temples in the temples strewn district. It can be reached by a tough but rewarding climb of 10 kms. trek. From the temple a panoramic view of Kulu & 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.
•Raghunathji Temple: 1 km. from Dhalpur, Raghunathji is the principal deity of the valley.
•Vaishno Devi Temple: At a distance of 4kms. from Dhalpur, a small cave enshrines an image of Goddess Vaishno Devi.
•Camping Sight Raison (1433 m):16kms. away from Kulu, the sight is ideal for spending a quite holiday in solitary splendor and for holding youth camps. There are a large number of orchards in this part of the valley. HPTDC has log cabins for comfortable stay.
•Katrain (1463 m): The central and the widest part of the valley, Katrain is 20kms. from Kulu on way to Manali. Apple orchards and trout hatchery lend charm and prominence to the place. It is also famous for bee keeping and Govt. trout farm at Patilkulh. Sufficient accommodation is availablein Hotels of HPTDC.
•Naggar (1760 m): 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. There are large number of famous temples notably Vishnu, Tripura Sundari & Lord Krishana. Cars and jeeps easily go upto the Naggar castle. Roerich art gallery which houses the paintings of Nicholas Roerich as well as his sculptures , is less than a km. from the Castle. Naggar is also a base for undertaking treks to Chanderkhani Pass and to remote valley of Malana.
•Kasol (1640 m): Situated on the bank of Paravati river, Kasol makes a good holiday destination. 42kms. from Kulu, charmingly located on an open space which slopes down to the broad expanse of clear white sand at the Parvati river. The place is well known for trout fishing.
• Manikaran (1700 m): Manikaran, 45kms. from Kulu and just 3kms. from Kasol, is famous for its hot springs. Thousands of people take a holy dip in hot waters here. The water is so hot that dal, rice & vegetables etc. can be cooked in it. It is also a well known pilgrimage place for both Hindus & Sikhs. Ramchandra and Shivaji temples besides a Gurudwara are there. According to an old legend, Manikaran is connected with Lord Shiva and his divine consort, Parvati, who lost her ear rings here, which gave birth to hot waters on the bank of Parvati river. Hearing this religious myth from the priests will be more rewarding and interesting. Ample accomodation in the temples and Gurudwara, is available for night stay besides the HPTDC hotel.
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