Set on the Beas river, surrounded by high snowcapped peaks, the beautiful valley of Manali in Himachal Pradesh is often referred to as the adventure capital of India. However, I feel that’s a rather limiting name to a destination which attracts not only the adventure seekers but also honeymooners, families, foreigners and even our beloved Bollywood.

 

 

Personally, I love to visit Manali during the winter months when it’s snowing and tourist rush is relatively on the lower side, but then again there is never a bad time to visit this pristine valley.

Today we will focus on a plethora of activities you can indulge in while you are in Manali.

 

 

Outdoor Adventure and Fun

 

 

Whether it’s winter or summers, there is always a little something for those seeking adventure.
From Skiing to Cable Car Ropeway rides, from Snow scooter rides to 4X4 off roading, from Paragliding to Rafting, I’m sure you will find something you fancy doing.

 

 

Visit the Temples

 

 

Looking for some Spiritual rejuvenation or just a peak into our Mythology? Look no further. There are several beautiful old temples in and around Manali which are surely going to enrich not only your spiritual but overall experience.

 

 

 

Here’s a list of a few you should definitely go to.

Hidimba Devi Temple
Adi Brahma Temple near Bhuntar Airport
Tripura Sundari Temple, Naggar
Vashisht Temple and the Hot springs

 

 

Café Hopping

 

 

Manali has a great café culture, you will find some cafes with a tinge of old world charm, some a bit quirky and some having the greatest possible location situated just by the river with a view of the great mountain peaks.

 

 

Above all that the food is mind blowing and I promise these art cafes would make you come back to Old Manali every evening! Here’s a few I personally love:

Johnson’s Bar and Restaurant
Café 1947
The Lazy Dog
Drifter’s Café

 

 

Food and Drinks for the Soul

 

 

Like a lot of other hilly towns Manali has a great Tibetan food culture, but apart from that there’s great Himachali food too which you might not have tasted till now. Some of my absolute favourite things to have when in Manali are:

Momos
Tukpa
Laping
Siddu
Trout Fish
Plum Wine and Apple Cider

 

 

So, in case you were thinking Manali is not your kind of place for holidays… think again! I would suggest you make the most of the amazing weather right now, pack your bags and head to Manali for a few days to relax and rejuvenate, soak in some culture and enjoy nature! Also, if you’re looking for a fantastic deal on travel, be sure check out these amazing Domestic flight offers.

 

Happy Travelling!