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Manali - Backpackers and Honeymooners Paradise

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Manali Manali : Manali is a tinsel town in the state of Himachal Pradesh. Situated at an elevation of 2050 m it is revered as paradise for backpackers and honeymooners. It is around 536 km from Delhi. Manali takes its name from the word ‘Manu Alaya’ which literally means Abode of Manu. Legends say that sage Manu stepped out of his ark at this place to recreate human life after the great floods had deluded the world. An ancient temple dedicated to sage Manu still stands tall in old Manali. Located on the banks of Beas River Manali is the gateway to Solang Valley, which is one of the most popular destinations for tourists and skiers. Manali serves as the base camp for mountaineers headed towards the Pir Panjal range. It is also the jump-off point for paragliding and rafting enthusiasts. Trekkers  treat it as the starting point for their treks in the Parvati Valley. Solan Valley / Solang Nullah (2560m) : Solang Valley is one of the most visited destinations near Manali....

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Ankur Tandon
Hello World!!! I am Ankur Tandon. I am a Software Engineer with a passion to travel and explore new places. Working with industry majors like Google, PwC, TCS etc has given me the opportunity to roam around the world. I have visited around 12 countries, numerous cities and places. Here I share with you my travel experiences, and information about various places.Hopefully it will help you better plan your next trip. “Sayonara” “ Astalavista” “AU Revoir”.