Kullu
is also known for exquisite Handloom & Handicrafts. Exquisitely
woven hand made shawls, caps, exquisite metal crafts and other art
thriving from Kullu are also very famous. On your tours to Kullu
Valley you will also have wonderful opportunity to see and explore
some architectural attractions and places of tourist interest.
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Located
on the bank of the Beas River in the Kullu Valley it is the capital
town of Kullu District. Kullu Valley is the largest valley in the
Kullu district. It is well-known among tourists for its beautiful
settings endowed with superb scenic beauty. It is also known as the
valley of the gods. Its pine and deodar forests, flower meadows,
beautiful landscapes, and fruit orchards with cool breeze and
enchanting bird songs provide perfect setting for family holiday or
honeymoon holiday.
It is equally preferred by all types of
tourists, such as nature lovers, culture lovers, couples,
honeymooners, adventure seekers, etc. Adventure sports in Kullu are
also very popular. On your Kullu tours you will have wonderful
opportunity to experience skiing down the Himalayan slopes, river
rafting, trekking, etc. You will also see the unique culture and
custom depicting simple lifestyle of the natives.
Attractions
- Bijli Mahadev Shrine
It is about 10 km from
Kullu. Bijli Mahadev temple is one of the most striking temples
in Kullu district. It can be reached by a tough but rewarding
climb of 10 km trekking. You can see a panoramic view of Kullu
and Paravati Valleys from the temple.
- Camping Sight Raison
It is at the distance of 16
km away from Kullu. It is the ideal sight for spending a quite
holiday in spectacular settings and for holding youth camps.
Here you will have wonderful opportunity to see a large number
of fruit orchards which adds special charm to your vacation.
- Naggar
Delightfully situated on a wooden slope on
the left bank of the River Beas, Naggar provides spectacular
view. Here you will have wonderful opportunity to see large
number of famous temples like Vishnu Temple, Lord Krishna Temple
and Tripura Sundari Temple. It is also a base for undertaking
treks to Chanderkhani Pass and to remote valley of Malana.
- Malana
Little ahead of the beautiful Chanderkhani
Pass lies the village Malana which is famous for the temple of
Jamlu and its distinct, social and cultural life. Malana is
considered to be the oldest democracy in the world. It would be
worth while to visit this village to study the style and social
system prevalent there.
- Katrain
Situated at the distance of 20 km from
Kullu, it is the central and the widest part of the valley. Here
you will see apple orchards and trout hatchery. It is also
famous for bee keeping and Govt. trout farm at Patilkulh.
- Kasol
Situated on the bank of the Paravati River,
Kasol is an ideal holiday destination. It is 42 km away from
Kullu. It is well known for trout fishing.
- Bajaura
It is just 15 km away from Kullu. It is
famous for Basheshwar Mahadev Temple. The temple is believed to
have been built in the mid 8th century.
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How to Reach
- By Air
The nearest airport is at Bhuntar, which
is 10 km south of Kullu. Bhuntar is well connected to Delhi by
air, and there are daily flights between the two.
- By Rail
The nearest railhead is at Jogindernagar
(95 km).
- By Road
Kullu is well connected Shimla, Delhi,
Chandigarh, Mandii, Manali, Manikaran, Naggar, Bajura, and
Dharamshala.