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Himachal Pradesh-
Kullu |
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Introduction :
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Kullu was once known as Kulanthpitha, which means the end of the habitable
world. Beyond rose the forbidding heights of the Greater Himalayas, and
by the banks of the shining river Beas, lay the fabled 'Silver Valley'.
The 'Silver Valley' has nature's treasures that lie carelessly scattered
as flowers on the high meadows. For tourists the charming Kullu valley
and the mighty Himalayas in the backdrop attract visit to Kullu. Go
through our tour offers for Kullu and decide which one is the best for
you. Kullu is located in the charming Kullu valley and is set amongst
the backdrop of the mighty Himalayas. This town is famous for its
temples and the annual Dussehra festival, both of which attract
thousands of tourists. It is also known for its handicrafts |
| Area |
6.68 sq. km., |
| Temperature |
Summer : Max 30.8 °C, Min 18.8
°C.
Winter : Max 16.4°C, Min 5.2°C. |
| Language |
Hindi, Punjabi, Pahari, English |
| STD Code |
07653 |
| Rainfall |
102 cms |
| Best Time to Visit |
Mid-March to Mid-November. |
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How to get there :
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Air : Kullu is connected by Indian Airlines, Trans Bharat Aviation and
Jagson flights with Delhi & Shimla. The airport is at Bhuntar, 10kms. from Kulu.
Rail : Nearest convenient rail heads are Kalka, Chandigarh and
Pathankot on Broad Gauge from where Kullu can be reached by road.
Road: Ambala -606 kms, Chandigarh -556 kms, Delhi -798 kms,
Pathankot -278 kms, Shimla -240 kms, Manali -40 kms, Palampur -164 kms, Rohtang
Pass -91 kms, Dharamshala -213 kms, Dalhousie -334 kms, Jogindarnagar -166 kms. |
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Places to Visit : |
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Raghunath ji Temple |
Katrain |
Naggar |
Hadimaba Devi Temple
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Rohtang Pass |
Solang Valley |
Akhara Bazaar |
Dashir Lake
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Excursion : |
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Banjar
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Bathad |
Jagannathi Devi Temple |
Bajaura Temple |
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Shopping : |
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One can visit Akhara Bazaar area that offers a lot of variety and has the
Government Handicrafts Emporium, Himachal Khadi Emporium and Gramodyog
Bhawan. These places are a shopper's delight and are perfect places to
buy gifts ansd souvenirs for family and friends. Shawls, local tweeds,
caps rugs ('namdas'), footwear, fresh fruit, natural oils (olive and
almond), silver jewellery, pullovers, metal craft, woolen jackets and
bamboo products. |
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