Explore Manali
Discover the best of Manali, all easily accessible from Hotel Monk19
- Hadimba Devi Temple (Dhungari Temple)
- Description: A unique pagoda‑style wooden temple built in 1553, dedicated to Hadimba, wife of Bhima. Set in a lush cedar forest, it offers peaceful surroundings and stunning architecture
- How to Reach: Just ~2 km from town center, easily reached by cab, auto, or local taxi.
- Timings: 8 AM – 6 PM, open year‑round.
- Solang Valley
- Description: Adventure seekers’ paradise—paragliding, zorbing, skiing (winter), snowboarding, and scenic landscapes with mountain views
- How to Reach: ~13–14 km from Manali via bus, taxi, or private car through scenic forest roads
- Timings: Open 24 hours; best in summer months for optimal visibility and activities
- Vashisht Temple & Hot Springs
- Description: Ancient temple with natural sulphur springs thought to have medicinal benefits. Separate bathing pools for men and women in a well-kept setting
- How to Reach: ~4 km from town center; walkable or accessible by local transport.
- Timings: Women: 5 AM–8 PM; Men: till 7 PM
- Jogini Waterfall
- Description: A 150–160 ft cascading waterfall reached via a beautiful 3–4 km trek through pine forests and apple orchards. A scenic spot for a dip or picnic
- How to Reach: Trek starts from Vashisht (4 km from Manali); trail is moderate and scenic.
- Timings: Open daily; best visited March–June when waterfall flow is strong
- Museum of Himachal Culture & Folk Art
- Description: Showcases Himachali heritage—traditional costumes, wood carvings, musical instruments, folk art, and models of local homes
- How to Reach: Near Hadimba Temple, walkable or by local taxi.
- Entry & Timings: INR 10; Summer (Apr–Nov): 9 AM–7 PM; Winter (Dec–Mar): 10 AM–6 PM
- Van Vihar National Park
- Description: A peaceful green oasis in central Manali with deodar forests, walking trails, boating facilities, and birdlife—a great spot for relaxation or family time.
- How to Reach: Near Mall Road, easily accessible by foot or auto from the hotel.
- Entry & Timings: INR 5 per person; boat ₹30 for 15 min. Open 8 AM–7 PM (summer), until 5 PM (winter)
- Mall Road & Old Manali
- Description: Lively shopping hub of Manali with cafés, handicraft stores, woolens, and eateries. Old Manali charm includes rustic cottages, spiritual temples, and relaxed cafés with live music
- How to Reach: ~1–2 km from the hotel; walking distance or short auto ride.
- Timings: Mall Road: 9 AM–10 PM (Tuesday closed). Old Manali: open year-round, best enjoyed in evening hours
- Rohtang Pass & Rehala Falls
- Rohtang Pass: ~51 km from Manali, at ~3979 m elevation. Offers panoramic views, glaciers, and snow activities. Open May–October; accessible by taxi, bus (HRTC), or Himtarang eco‑bus service
- Rehala Falls: ~16 km north of Manali on the Leh‑Manali highway—a picturesque cascade surrounded by birch and deodar woods. Ideal stop en route to Rohtang Pass
- Manu Temple & Tibetan Monasteries
- Manu Temple: Ancient shrine to Maharishi Manu. Blend of Himachali and Tibetan architecture. Free entry; open 7 AM–4 PM
- Tibetan Monasteries (e.g., Gadhan Thekchhokling Gompa, Nyingmapa): Near Mall Road, these Buddhist monasteries offer spiritual ambiance and cultural insight. Timings ~5 AM–7 PM
- Great Himalayan National Park
- Description: UNESCO-listed sanctuary offering trekking, wildlife viewing (snow leopards, musk deer, Himalayan Tahr) and rich biodiversity with over 1,000 plant species
- How to Reach: Approx. 1.5–2 hrs from Manali by road to the park’s entry point.
- Entry & Timings: INR 50 for Indians, INR 200 foreign tourists; open 10 AM–5:30 PM daily. Ideal visit: 3–4 hours inside the park
