Kullu Manali: Himalayan Hill Stations in Himachal Pradesh

Kullu Manali refers to two adjacent destinations in the Kullu district of Himachal Pradesh, northern India:

• Kullu town: In the broad Kullu Valley (alt. 1,220 m / 4,000 ft), on the Beas River; known for temples, handicrafts, and Dussehra festival.
• Manali: Hill station at 2,050 m (6,726 ft), ~40 km north of Kullu; gateway to high Himalayas, adventure sports, and Rohtang Pass (3,978 m).

Distance from state capital Shimla: ~250 km (155 mi) by road (7–9 hrs). From Delhi: ~540 km (12–14 hrs). Nearest airport: Bhuntar (Kullu), 10 km from Manali; limited flights. Nearest major railhead: Chandigarh (310 km) or Pathankot.

The region offers alpine meadows, apple orchards, pine forests, and access to treks (Hampta Pass, Beas Kund), skiing (Solang Valley), and Tibetan monasteries. Peak seasons: summer (escape heat), winter (snow), autumn (clear views).