Night stay: Manali
Day inclusion: Breakfast, Dinner, Sightseeing
Hotel: Hotel Mohan Palace or similar (★★)
After breakfast at the hotel proceed to local sightseeing tour, visit “Hidimbi Devi Temple†landmark of Manali, also known variously as the “Hadimba Templeâ€. It was built in 1553 and an enormous rock occupies the inside of the temple, only a 7.5 cm (3 inch) tall brass image representing goddess Hidimbi Devi. Next is Manu Temple & “club house†The Club House with its comprehensive facilities that include a roller skating rink, an auditorium, billiards rooms, a library, a bar and restaurant makes wonderful outing for the day.†Tibetan Monastery, Van Vihar, and “Vashisth†famous for its hot springs.Overnight stay in Hotel.
Manali:
Manali is the most favorite destination of tourists from nearby areas as well as from distance places. The hill station –Manali is blessed with nature’s finest gifts. The enchanting valley is so picturesque that it has earned the name. On your 4th day of tour you will visit “Vashisth†Vashist, a small village 3 kms from Manali located on the Left Bank of River Beas in Manali. After that you will proceed towards its Hot Water Springs and Temple. The village is also the site of some old temples, dedicated to the great sage Vashisht, and to Lord Rama. The Himachal Tourism sulphur baths are just beyond these shrines. Natural Hot Sulphur Water Springs with two separate bathing tanks for Gents and Ladies, which are always full of tourists. Turkish Style Showers fitted baths have also been built nearby. Hot water from the nearby Spring is provided for bathing.
The beauty of Van Vihar will completely bedazzle you. Away from the hustle bustle of the busy market, this protected piece of land is maintained by government authorities. The vast forest area has a children's park complete with swings and slides and a small man made pond for boating. Perfect for a luxurious walk amidst nature or a warm afternoon enjoying the soft chattering of birds, the Van Vihar is a perfect place to relax and rejuvenate. If you are in the mood for a little adventure, you could also head down to the rocks along the river and enjoy a few moments of peace and quiet. If you are here in the evening, you can catch some breathtaking views of the setting sun with the majestic mountains serving as the perfect backdrop.
The Tibetans living around these Monasteries in Manali offer a vide range of Tibetan Handicrafts and Carpets to the visitors to buy. Two of these Monasteries are located in the main down-town of Manali and one Monastery in Aleo. Aleo is located on the Left Bank of River Beas in Manali. After that visit include Roller Skating Rink, An Auditorium, Billiards Rooms, A Library, A Bar and Restaurants & Club House.
Letter on you will visit Hadimba Devi Temple. Hadimba Devi Temple is dedicated to the wife of Bhim, one of the five Pandava brothers in the Indian epic Mahabharata. As the legend goes, Bhim married Hadimba and they had a son. Later on, Hadimba left the place and became a spiritual. The people later erected a temple in her respect, known as Hadimba Temple. The temple is in pagoda style and comprises no idol within, albeit, some footprints are engraved and are worshiped by devotees. Letter on you will visit Manu Temple. The Temple is dedicated to the Indian Sage Manu who is said to be creator of the World and the writer of Manusmriti. This temple is considered as only Manu temple on earth and most of the tourist came to see this Mythical Temple. For Tourists, this temple is must go place and other places can miss, but this can’t be………….
