Kulu

Situated at a height of 1,219 metres above sea level, amidst meadows of blooming rhododendrons, scarlet sumash and orchards of apples, cherries, apricots and peaches, Kulu (also spelt Kullu) is one of the most beautiful Himalayan valleys. The road up the Kulu Valley is indeed picturesque, accompanied by the river Beas and its small and big tributaries of rivulets, brooks, streams and springs.

Kulu nestles at the foot of the rising snow-capped mountains, and is believed to have been inhabited since the ancient times. Sturdy temples, with that of Raghunathji the presiding deity are remarkably well made in wood. And, the Dussehra festival of Kulu, during autumn, is marked by a massive rath yatra. It is a colourful occasion celebrated with great joy and enthusiasm.

ACCESS

The city is connected by air with Delhi and Shimla. The convenient railheads are Pathankot (285km) and Chandigarh (255 km) from where buses/taxis to Kulu are available. Kulu is easily accessible by road from Pathankot, Chandigarh and other cities and towns of the region. Kulu is 798 km from Delhi.

PLACES OF INTEREST

Camping site of Raison (16 km), Katrain (20 km) known for its apple orchards and bee - keeping, Roerich Art Gallery, Kasol (42 km) for trout fishing, and Manikaran (45 km) famous for its hot springs.

ACCOMMODATION

Apple Valley Resorts (4-star), Village Mohal. Phones: 66266-66271, 22310, 24115. Fax: 01902-24116.

Span Resorts (4-star), Kulu-Manali Highway, P.O. Katrain, Distt. Kulu. Phones: 40138, 40140. Fax: 40140.

Sagar Resorts, Opp. Tourist Bungalow, Near Circuit House, Manali. Distt. Kullu. Phones: 52553, 52551. Fax: 01902-52554.

Sarvari (HPTDC). Phone: 2471.

Silver Moon (HPTDC). Phone: 2288.

Apple Blossom (HPTDC), Katrain. Phone: 83116.

River View (HPTDC), Katrain.

Tourist Hut (HPTDC), Kasol.

Parvati (HPTDC), Manikaran. Phone: 748235.

Naggar Castle (HPTDC), Naggar. Phone: 83116.

Blue Diamond. Phone: 2559.