Fresh Snowfall is loved by all. White lace covers red rocks and evergreens forests. Snowfall reminds us of skiing, snowboarding, hot chocolate and crackling fire at the fire place.
Here are some pictures of fresh snowfall in kullu:
kullu
fresh snowfall
Snow Dust
Snowangels anybody..
Snow Laden Trees
White Forest
on our way to Kullu Manali
Green rush deep valley, redwoods, secluded lovers paradise, fireplaces, snow-capped peaks, enthrallingly beautiful location, cascading waterfalls… wondering where this mickle destination could be. Well, I am talking about Kullu Manali pertinently called the Switzerland of India. As newly married we were looking for a destination filled with splendors of nature and experience privacy with a dash full of romance. Our parents introduced us and we planned to take the plunge happily last year after 10 months of courtship. While pounding on the thought of honeymoon he told me look, we do not want to stress about planning the honeymoon. So, I told him let find an online travel booking and let them help us. Himachal Hotels came to our rescue and advised us Kullu Manali. Our bottom line was, it should fit our budget and it better be a freaking spectacular honeymoon. After detailed information we eventually nixed that idea as well.
our hotel at manali
I was told the truth that, Kullu Manali is an ideal city of love with its rich architecture and breath taking scenic displays. We booked a resort in Manali for three day and a hotel in kullu for three days. As a traveler I’ve had some great road trips in my life, but this one is far the best. There is a certain romance to getting married in winter. The resort offered us
We at Kullu Manali
top-notch facilities and impeccable services. Crackling fire at the hearth, a blanket in front of the hearth, dark wooded lavish interior, enormous bathroom and above all a breathtaking vista outside this was how our room looked like. The highlight of our honeymoon was going for long walks on the hills surrounded by snow capped mountains, Beas river flowing nearby along the wide glacial looking on riverbed, old beautiful architectural buildings built on the peaks of the hillocks. We also took a slow walk holding hands in the thick deodar forests full of cool breezes. We stayed at Manali for three days and three days in kullu. In kullu we visited famous old villages like Malana, Kasol and Naggar.
Malana Weavers at Kullu
We indulged our self in an exotic rich spa treatment which included aromatherapy and deep tissue massage. We immerse ourselves in a plethora of activities like paragliding, zorbing, skiing, water rafting, which I guarantee you will enjoy with your spouse. We also biked on an old gravel road in kullu. We were told that it’s just phenomenally peaceful in Kullu during winters; the residents spend their winter in activities like sitting around the fire, spinning wool and knitting. Spending your entire life in living such pleasurable life, a dream that each one of use desire.
Manali
We traveled to Kullu Manali on our honeymoon and started a new chapter of our life. A romantic getaway for all newly wed couples especially when Valentine’s Day is just around the corner.
Himachal_Map
Himachal Pradesh has numerous travel destinations with a peaceful ambiance and a variety of enjoyable relaxation activities. Winters in Himachal is a very popular time for road trips, the most traveled months are from November to March. Adventure seekers always look for the tourist destinations where they can take part in various adventurous activities. The tourists can experience the activities such as mountaineering, trekking, mountain biking, rafting, jungle tourism, rock climbing, biking, safari rides, and many more. Winter travel destinations in Himachal Pradesh are famous for its breath taking views, exciting adventure sports and thrilling experience.
There are lots of winter travel destinations that provide a perfect getaway. Here is a list of must-see travel destination that are fun to visit, inexpensive, adventurous, exotic, filled with luxurious low-priced hotels, vast quantities and varieties of delicious delicacies, feasible to travel and economical.
Top Ten Travel Destination of Himachal :
Shimla
Kullu
Woods of Dalhousie
Lushgreen Grounds of Khajjiar
Monastery in McLeodGanj
Kinnaur
KAZA
Sangla Valley
Keylong
Kasauli
Kinner kilash
I was tired of fighting with the rush hours at the office. It was time to take a much awaited real trip to the mountains. A trip where I could relive my childhood thrills wake up to relentless orchestra of sound birds and cloudy wind knocking at my window. An adventure outdoor lover like me could only think of one place, Sangla Valley at Kinnaur in Himachal Pradesh. At an altitude of 2,860 Sangla valley is enclosed by towering snow-dusted mountains on all sides. The valley is situated on the banks of river Baspa. I hurriedly booked a hotel through Himachal hotels and reached there late night.
Morning View
The snowball throwing clouds had brought silent blanketing snow that night. On reaching to my destination I could see the villager’s slate roofs were covered with puffs of snow. The evergreen foliage was covered with layers of icing. For a moment it felt like I was in heaven. At last I retired to my cozy luxurious room. In my passing phase and sleep I saw through my window a flash of lightening in the sky followed by a loud thunder. Suddenly, it woke me up and I’m not complaining. Tiredness took over me and snooze me to a much needed sleep.
The next morning the weather was drearier- grey sky above, strong winds
Old Budhist Temple
followed by drizzle. I was thinking to my self here goes my day down the drain suddenly, there is knocking at my door and I’m being informed that my guide Dhampat is here. After a brief introduction he takes me for a drive to nearby kapla. I was unable to views of the sacred Kinner Kailash due to weather condition. I spent whole three day exploring villages like Roghi, Batseri and Chitkul.
I explored their culture, tasted their famous apples, studied their changing
Walk in the Woods
architecture and hand carving. Spent my evenings around bonfire and ate mouth watering exotic dishes like barbecued lamb with jacket potatoes. Dhampat also took me to weather beaten Bodh temple. The temple had dragon pillars lined in the corners and series of wooden carving on the wall. I saw a group of Buddhists carrying on a deep guttural sound of Buddhist chanting. I sat against one monk his voice wove with the passing of his beads. I sat there for an about one hour in peace. We also took a small walk in the woods where I could see thick chunks of ice straddles into a narrow gulley and forming into a stream. The water in the river glimmered as glass. Beyond Chitkul lies a vast expanse of inhospitable mountains terrain and beyond that the forbidden tracts of Tibet. I am quite thankful to god because it usually rained during the night time.
I spent a beautiful trip and the memory of it will linger on till few decades.
Mall Road- the heart of Shimla city
As an explorer and traveler I always crave for new destination filled with abundant of adventure activities and exotic locations. Himachal Pradesh is one such destination that is known best for its numerous travel destinations with a peaceful ambiance and a variety of enjoyable relaxation activities. November to March is the popular time to visit Himachal as one can explore several captivating and charming landscapes. As a child I often traveled to Himachal Pradesh during winter with my family. It feels like yesterday when I recollect about those glorious days spent in my childhood while visiting Himachal Pradesh.
Snow clad peaks of Kinnaur
It was an unforgettable trip I enjoyed with my family. My grandfather, a central employee was posted in Keylong, district headquarters of Lahaul and Spiti. So, the entire family thought to pay him a visit in winters. Our grandfather narrated us an irresistible description of picturesque landscapes, apple orchards, brown mountains, hanging glaciers, snowfields, culture, handicraft, world known temples and monasteries. Such memorizing description instigated us to visit Himachal Pradesh.
Monks at Hemis Festival in Kaza
The enchanting places we traveled were Kullu-Manali, Shimla, Dalhousie, Khajjiar Mcloadganj, Kaza, Kinnaur, Sangla, Keylong and Chamba. We were amazed to see that from Shimla to Keylong the entire land was surrounded by crystal clear snow, dense forest filled with Oak Woods, Pine, Deodar and Rhododendrons. Mountains covered with flawless fresh snow, roads with deep curves and natural waterfall made our trip worth every second. We experienced different adventure activities in Manali such as mountaineering, trekking, mountain biking, rafting, rock climbing and biking. In that chilling atmosphere we played with snow balls and made a fat snowman. The old architectural building were skillfully preserved as an heritage property that offers a perfect blend of old-world charm and modern-day comfort
Kullu a Travelers Paradise
Himachal is known as Land of Gods because it has many temples and monasteries that are considered to be oldest and most famous in the world. During the course of our travel we stayed at hotels that were not only inexpensive but also luxurious. All I can say that varieties of delicious delicacies in Himachal are truly mouth watering in taste and aroma. An irreplaceable taste that will remain in your taste buds for years. Hospitality given by localities are always in fond memories and taught me how to be a good human.
Skiing at the Foothills of Manali
Winter travel destinations in Himachal Pradesh are famous for its breath taking views, exciting adventure sports and thrilling experience. There are lots of winter travel destinations that provide a perfect getaway from your tire some life. I am and will always be thankful to my grandfather for instigating all of us to visit the world’s most majestic place called Himachal Pradesh.
Exotic View of Manali
Hill Station Manali in Himachal Pradesh has always been traveler’s paradise. Often travelers find themselves drawn to Himachal during Christmas and New Year. Himachal is famous for its cultural, ancient historical finds and unspoiled natural places. The idea of traveling is getting away anytime and anywhere. All you need is a good package that provides simplistic planning and spontaneity travelers find it attractive. A good package deal is one where you pay less and receive more. Icy mountains are opened for the excursion to the mountaineers.
There are lots of hotel packages in Himachal and one of these hotels that offers special packages is the Hotel Snow Valley Resort in Manali. Christmas and new packages provided by this hotel will surely be enjoyed by the whole family who wish to have their vacation a significant and memorable one. The resort is the most prestigious hotel in the center city of Manali. It is located near hidimba road. The ambience of surrounding, the lobby and the hotel rooms plays an important role here.
Are you a bit tight on the budget, here are some tips on how to still have wonderfully enjoyable holidays at Manali in Himachal:
Snow Valley Resort
Venue: Hotel Snow Valley Resort in Manali
Travel: By Air: The nearest airport is at Bhuntar, which is about 50 km (31 mi) from Manali. Kingfisher Red operates daily nonstop services from Delhi, Air India provides twice a week nonstop services and MDLR Airlines provides services to Delhi six days in a week.
By Bus: Overnight Bus Services, both private and Volvo are available from Delhi to Manali or Chandigarh to Manali everyday.
By Car: Manali is well connected by road to Delhi through NH-21 and NH 1.
Places to visit: Manikaran and Vashisht hot springs, religious shrines like Hidimba Devi Temple, Rahla waterfalls and Tibetan Buddhist temples like Gadhan Thekchhokling Gompa.
Adventure sports offered: Skiing, Hiking, Mountaineering, Paragliding, Rafting, Trekking, Kayaking, and Mountain biking.
Package: 3 Nights & 04 Days
Validity of the Package: 28th Dec’09 to 02nd Janaury’2010
Discount on Accommodation and Tariff:
Standard Room (2 Pax) Rs 9290/-
Luxury Room (2 Pax) Rs 10,290/-
Presidential Room (2 Pax) Rs 11,990/-
Maharaja Room (2 Pax) Rs 13,490/-
Royal Duplex Suite (02 Pax) Rs 18490/-
Luxury Duplex (4 Pax) Rs 17,990/-
Snow Valley Spl Duplex (4 Pax) Rs 19490/-
The Package Highlights:
1) Welcome basket of fresh local fruits upon arrival.
2) Morning tea, Buffet Breakfast and Buffet Dinner.
3) Live DJ with Bon fire on 31st Dec’09.
4) Gala dinner on 31st Dec
5) Free holidays at leading Hotels of India for winners in various competitions like best dancing couple, best dressed couple, best child dancer, lemon dance on 31st Dec’09.
6) Enjoy display of fire works on the 31st Dec. midnight.
Bonus: 10 % discount on additional food, beverages and laundry.
Indulge and experience the premier accommodation and special packages of Hotel Snow Valley Resort offered by Himachal Hotels.
Himachal Pradesh is known as Deva Bhoomi the land of the gods. Himachal is
View of an Untouched Beauty
situated in the western himalayas. Himachal Pradesh is a mountainous state elevating about 350 meters (1,148 ft) to 6,000 meters (19,685 ft) above the sea level. Tribes such as the koilis, kinnars and kirats inhabited the region from pre-histotic era. Himachal Pradesh was established as a state on April 15, 1948.
Himachal Hill Stations is the favored destination for anybody who wanted to cool their mind and senses off the heat and sultry of Indian summers. Himachal Pradesh has been bestowed with picturesque beauty that is incorporated in the various hill stations. You can experience peace and serenity by visiting various pilgrimage destinations like temples and monestery in Himachal Pradesh that are really stupendous. There are many colonial monuments that form the monumental heritage of the region.
The drainage systems of Himachal Pradesh are sutlej, ravi, chenab, beas and yamuna. This Hill Station experience three seasons hot weather season, cold weather season and rainy season. It is considered as a fruit bowl of the country. Himachal Pradesh is a well known habitat to a variety of animals. There are around 1200 bird and 359 animal species in the state. Himachal Pradesh is divided into 12 districts Himachal Pradesh is divided into 12 districts namely, kangra, hamirpur, mandi, bilaspur, una, chamba, lahul and spiti, sirmaur, kinnaur, kullu, solan and shimla. Roads are the major mode of transport in the hilly terrains of Himachal Pradesh.
