Kullu Tourism

"Nature Lover's Paradise" Kullu Tourism Kullu, a popular tourist destination generally coupled with Manali, is an open valley with panoramic views and majestic hills covered with Deodar and Pine trees. Situated at an altitude of 1230 meters, Kullu is a nature lover's paradise. Abundant with lush greenery, pristine river streams and a wonderful climate, Kullu is known as one of the most popular tourist spots inHimachalPradesh. Kullu is also popular as a sister town toManaliwhich is on much higher altitude and provides more scenic views. Typically travellers cover both Kullu and Manali in one trip. Tourists coming to Kullu and Manali can indulge in a lot of adventure sports activities like river rafting, trekking, mountaineering etc. Set in the lap of nature, the picturesque landscape of this small town is mesmerizing. Kullu also has few important temples like theRaghunath Templeand Jagannathi Devi Temple. Apart from temples, thePandoh DamandChandrakhani Passare also must-visits in this region. Kullu is also used as the base town to reachÊManikaran,Kasol,Malana,BhunterandRohtang Passtoo. Download Kullu PDF Guide > What's Great? Located near Manali which opens several options for adventure. It is less crowded than its adjacent places. A perfect place to relax in the lap of nature away from the busy city life to explore your inner self. What's not so Great? A very small town with very less number of recreational activities compared to Manali. For Whom For religious people as it has lots of ancient temples to explore. For family vacations and for adventure junkies.

History of Kullu Legends claim that when Manu visited this valley during the Great Flood, he could not go beyond Rohtang Pass. He named the last settlement he found 'Kulant Peeth', meaning the end of the habitable world'. This name further transformed into 'Kulut', before finally being known as 'Kulu' or 'Kullu' today. Apart from being a tourist attraction credited to its breathtaking scenic beauty, Kullu also finds importance as a religious town. In ancient times, both Hinduism and Buddhism existed side by side in total harmony. It is said that Kulu had a Stupa, which was built by Mauryan Emperor Ashoka The Great- this stupa served as a religious hub where monks preached Buddhism to the local people and made conversions. There were some 1.000 monasteries, inhabited by about 20,000 monks, along with 15 Hindu temples. The meditation caves near the foot of the mountain pass were shared by both Hindus and Buddhists. Kullu gained its first motorable access only after India became independent.Till 1960, the tract of Lahul and Spiti were a part of Kullu district.In 1963, it was announced that Kullu would be a district of Punjab. However, on 1st November 1966, Kullu was included within the terrestrial boundary of Himachal Pradesh. Kullu Dussehra Kullu's famous Dussehra festival begins on the very day of 'Vijaya Dashami' and continues for a week. Celebrations take place at the Dhalpur Maidan in October and have been accredited the status of an International festival by the State Government. People from all over the world come to witness this grand festival when the valley is at its colourful best. On the first day of celebration, an idol of Lord Raghunathji is placed in a beautiful chariot, marked by the sacred presence of village Gods and Goddesses. The rope attached to the chariot is then pulled by devotees across different sites of the venue. This holy celebration marks the triumph of good over evil- enriched with culture, heritage, dance and music. Numerous devotees participate in singing and dancing. The festival concludes when the chariot is brought along the banks of River Beas on the seventh day, and a mass of wooden grass is burned, depicting the burning of Lanka. Dussehra in Kullu is much more than a holy celebration- it is Kullu?s distinctive glamour and a delightful amalgamation of culture, heritage and religion. This festival is a must visit for people who wish to see the best of Kullu.

Itinerary Day 1:Arrive at Bhunter airport or Joginder Nagar railway station. Transfer to Kullu by cab. Check in at the hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel. Day 2:Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. Start your day with the blessings of Raghunath Ji temple, then trek to Bijli Mahadev temple to see lightning struck Shiva Lingam which was repaired with butter by a priest. Then, head towards Tirthan valley for some adventure. At an hour?s drive from Kullu, you can enjoy various activities such as river crossing, trekking, and sightseeing at Tirthan. Back to hotel. Dinner and stay at the hotel. Day 3:Check out from the hotel after breakfast. Head to Manali or Kasol in a taxi or a bus or wherever your next destination is. You can also add Manikaran Sahib and the famous sulphur hot springs in Manikaran to your trip.

Oct-Junis the best time to visit Kullu Best time to visit Kullu is in summers to beat the red hot Indian summers. Kullu can be visited throughout the year, except for the monsoons (July-August). The time around Dusshera is a great time to visit Kullu as the festivities around Raghunath temple is a must see for everyone. For a more adventurous trip, pay a visit to Kullu in the winters. Witness the snowfall and this little town loaded with snow. Weather in Kullu Loading... Kullu in Summer (March to June) Weather during the summer season is pleasant. The temperature ranges from 10 to 25 degrees. This time of the year is best suited for camping, river-rafting and trekking activities. Kullu in Monsoon (July to august) Monsoon is not considered a good time to visit Kullu because of the heavy rainfall in the mountains. This season is prone to landslides and rainfall will affect a number of tourist activities in town. Also, water level is higher which creates difficulty in white water river rafting in Kullu. Kullu in Winter (October-February) During the winters, the temperature goes down to as low as -1 degrees. While October and November are just cold, December to February witnesses a lot of snowfall. Winter is advisable only if you are fine with a lot of snowfall. Monthly Weather in Kullu Month Avg. Minimum (°C) Avg. Maximum (°C) January 4 18 February 7 23 March 8 28 April 12 35 May 15 36 June 17 37 July 22 33 August 20 31 September 19 32 October 11 30 November 6 26 December 3 21

Events in Kullu Adventure Sports: White River Rafting October - June Battling the rapids on the river Beas, is an exhilirating experience. Rafting is available for all skill levels- from amateurs to experts. Avoid winters and the monsoon as rafting is generally closed during that period. Adventure Activity: Trekking June - October Short yet strenous treks passing through beautiful valleys, moutains and gushing rivers, are what Kullu is famous for. Treks can range from a few hours to a few days depending on the time availability and fitness level.