kullu: City is called the Valley of Gods in Himachal Pradesh.

Introduction

Located in the heart of Himachal Pradesh, Kullu city is famous around the world for its natural beauty, religious significance, rich culture, and exciting adventure activities. Beautiful town along Beas river surrounded by snow covered mountains, deodar forests and apple orchards. The valley is also referred to as the ‘Valley of Gods' due to the fact that there are hundreds of ancient temples to different Hindu gods in the area.

                                                                         History

Kullu has a very ancient history. According to popular legends, after the great flood, Manu came to this region and began a new human civilization. Hence, Manali, the nearby town is traditionally associated with Manu. Kullu passed through the hands of various dynasties over the centuries, and has now become a significant district and tourist spot in the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh.

                                                                        Natural Beauty

The greatest attraction of Kullu is its breathtaking natural beauty. The Beas river flows, the mountains are high and the green valleys and colorful flowers fill us with magic. The weather is pleasant in summer, and in winter the other mountain peaks are frequently blanketed by a beautiful blanket of snow. 

                                                                      Major Tourist Attractions

Kullu city and its surrounding areas have many popular tourist attractions such as:

Raghunath Temple

Bijli Mahadev Temple

Naggar Castle

One of the greatest national parks in the world is the Great Himalayan National Park.

Raison

Kasol

Manikaran Sahib

A little more than 40 km from Kullu, lies Manali.

Visitors can enjoy a great mix of nature, spirituality, adventure and local culture at these destinations. 

                                                                     Kullu Dussehra

Kullu Dussehra is one of the most popular festivals of the region and its celebration is unique. The Kullu Dussehra festival is celebrated from this day unlike many parts of India where Dussehra celebrations are over by the end of the Vijayadashami. Hundreds of local deities are brought together in colourful processions and a grand chariot procession of Lord Raghunath Ji is organized during the festival. Thousands of Indian tourists, and also tourists from all over the world, visit Kullu to enjoy this magnificent cultural festival.

                                                                 Adventure Activities

Adventure is a word Kullu cannot be replaced with for those who love it. The guests can enjoy the following activities:

River rafting

Paragliding

Trekking

Camping

Mountain biking

Fishing

The stunning mountains and valleys are perfect for outdoor activities.

                                                          Local Culture and Cuisine

The folk art of Kullu is celebrated with its traditional attire, folk dances, folk music, and handicrafts. Kullu Shawls are especially popular for their excellent quality and attractive designs and are adored by the world.

Local food is just as tasty! The traditional cuisines of the region like Dham, Siddu, Madra, Babru and Sepu Badi provide handsomely an authentic taste of Himachal Pradesh to the visitors.

                                                                       Best Time to Visit 

The ideal season of the year to visit Kullu is from March to June and September to November. December to February is a perfect time if you want to enjoy the snowfall, as you will see the winter beauty of the region.

                                                                          How to Reach Kullu

By Train: Kullu is easily accessible by train from Manali and Sarnath.

Through Road: Kullu is well linked to Delhi, Chandigarh, Shimla and other major town of H.P.

Chandigarh and Una are some of the closest major rail heads from where one can get to Kullu by road.