Day 2 : (Manali) DAY 02 : LOCAL MANALI SIGHTSEEING TOUR Pick up from Manali Volvo Bus Stand and transfer to Hotel. Check in to Hotel in Manali (Hotel check-in time is 12:00 noon,). After fresh-up take rest in hotel and afternoon Half Day Manali local sightseeing of Manali,visit places like Hidimba Temple,Vashisht Temple, Club House and Tibetan Monastery. Overnight stay at hotel.
Meals: Dinner
Hadimba Temple: Far away from the hustle and bustle of city life, the peaceful Hadimba temple is surrounded by towering deodar trees. It is also known as the Dhoongri Temple, as it is located inside the dhoongri forest. Mythology lovers must visit this temple as it is dedicated to Hadimba, the wife of Bhima, one of the five Pandavas prince from the great Indian epic Mahabharata. The temple has a fourtiered Pagoda shaped roof and its doorway is engraved with legendary figures and symbols.
Vashist Hot Water Springs and Temples:Located at a distance of 3 kms from Manali, there is a small village called Vashist. It is situated on the left bank of river Beas towards Rohtang pass. This village is known for its natural hot sulphur springs and temples. One of the most prominent temple is the pyramidal stone temple which is dedicated to sage Vashist. Locals and tourists take a dip in the spring because of its medicinal properties. There are two separate bathing tanks built for men and women, along with a modern bathroom with turkish style showers fitted baths. To avoid tourist rush and enjoy some privacy, one should go early in the morning.
Tibetan Monasteries: Along with the hills and rivers, Manali is also famous for its Tibetan Monasteries as many people from Tibetan origin have settled here The two prominent monasteries that attract a large number of tourists from all across the world are Gadhan Thekchhokling Gompa and Himalayan Nyingamapa Gompa. These monasteries are known for their handicrafts, especially paintings and carpets. The aroma of incense sticks, sounds of hymns/chants and the rotating prayer wheels together creates a divine ambience. The tranquil surroundings of these monasteries act as a great stress busterand hence, they must be included in travel itineraries.
Club House: Located at a distance of 2 kms from Manali, the club house is an amusement zone. It has indoor game facilities and is situated on the left bank of river Manalsu Nallah. The structure of Club House finds resemblance from British style of architecture. It is managed by the Himachal Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation (HPTDC) and offers avenue for playing popular indoor games such as carrom, table tennis, karting and skating. Tourists can enjoy a cup of tea or coffee with some delicious snacks from their in-house restaurant. Adventure freaks can indulge in river crossing which can be done by ropeway.