Kullu
Kullu, best known as the land of Deities, is a beautiful valley gifted by Mother Nature to Himachal Pradesh, India. Earlier, it was known by the name Kulanthpitha. The meaning of Kulanthpitha is “the end of the habitable world”. And true, when you visit this place, you’ll really find it having something divine in its soil.
Kullu Manali offers Natural views, mountains, foggy-misty climate, snow falls (in winter season) and enchanting beauty of the place attract people to visit. And this is the main reason that most of the tourists (foreigners, Indians and people from adjacent regions) including families and new wedding couples, love to visit here. Millions of people every year come here.
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Kullu Facts
- Rich heritage
- Hanuman’s mother meditated here
- A mini-Israel exists near Manali
- A ghost temple on Gata Loops
- India’s highest sky bicycle track
How To Reach kullu
Air Travel to kullu
Airport – is located at the distance of 10 km from Kullu. This place is known by the name Bhuntar. This airport is equipped with all the modern facilities and infrastructural amenities. It supports the travelers with necessary facilities which are convenient for the tourists coming to Kullu. Tourists can take a flight from Delhi or Chandigarh.
Land Travel to kullu
Himachal Pradesh Road Transport Corporation (HRTC) connects to Kullu from Delhi. The deluxe buses charge Rs.4 per km, per head.
Train Travel to kullu
Train Track – is 125 km far away from Kullu. The Nearest train track is Jogindernagar. This Track is connected to all Indian cities via Chandigarh. The distance of Jogindernagar from Chandigarh is 270 km. After Jogindernagar, the other track is Kandrori which is 76 km from Kullu.
Things To Do
Prashar Lake Trek
Surrounded by the Dhauladhar ranges in Kullu Valley, the Prashar Lake is a serene blue-water lake, a lovely site in the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh. One of the best things to do in Kullu, the trek offers a breathtaking panoramic view of the Himalayan ranges. The Dhauladar Ranges, Rohtang Pass and mountain ranges of Kinnaur and Pir Panjal are a pure treat to the eyes on this trek.
Go for River Rafting
Have fun indulging in breathtaking water sports in Kullu. The whitewater rafting packages proffered in Kullu are mind-blowing. Enjoy rafting a 14 Km stretch in the mighty River, Beas. The journey begins from Piri and ends at Jhiri. Swimmers or nonswimmers just be carefree and hop into the boats and embark this thrilling journey.
Go for Paragliding
Spread your wings and fly like a bird above the enticing hills of the Himalayas. As you flutter in the blue sky admire the immaculate nature. The adventurous activity of Paragliding is one of the most enthralling things to do in Kullu.
Tourist Attraction In Kullu
Temples of Kullu
Kullu is a historical place in itself. There are many famous temples here which are the embodiment of people’s wholehearted devotion towards God and Deities. Raghunathji temple was built by Raja Jagat Singh in 17th century. The story is quite famous as he committed a big blunder and later, in order to compensate for that sin, brought a statue of Lord Rama from Ayodhya and got this temple built here.
Lots of more temples are over here such as Bijli Mahadev Temple (which is one of most popular temples in India), Basheshwer Mahadev Temple in Bajaura and Jagannathi Temple in village Bhekhli and Maa Vaishnu Devi Temple which is 4-km far away from Kullu on Kullu – Manali Road.
Historical Places
Most attractive Palace is Sultanpur Palace, placed in Kullu. In this palace, people gather and such a get-together is characterized by simple rural scenes, miniature painting and the lack of human subjects.
Things to purchase here
Akhara Bazar is the main market of Kullu. Tourists bring back to home famous things from here i.e. Kullu Shawls (popular worldwide), caps, Pattus, puhlas, gudmas and namdas or rugs, mainly available in this market.
