the last few years. Statistics show that around 550 couples reach Manali daily
for honeymoon in season (May, June, December, January) and around 350
couples reaches Manali daily in rest time[citation needed]. Manali is known
for its shiny gompas or Buddhist monasteries. With the highest concentration
of Tibetan refugees in the entire Kullu valley, it is famous for its Gadhan
Thekchhokling Gompa, built in 1969. The monastery is maintained by
donations from the local community and through the sale of hand-woven
carpets in the temple workshop. The smaller and more modern Himalayan
Nyingamapa Gompa stands nearer the bazaar, in a garden blooming with
sunflowers. Naggar Fort, south of Manali is a reminder from the Pala Empire.
Made from rocks, stones, and elaborate wood carvings, it is an ensemble of
the rich and elegant art works of Himachal. The castle was later converted to
a hotel and is currently under himachal tourism.[citation needed] Hidimba
Devi Temple, erected in 1553, is dedicated to the local deity Hadimba, wife of
the Pandava prince, Bhim. The temple is noted for its four-store pagoda and
exquisite wooden carvingsThe British introduced apple trees and trout, which
were not native to Manali flora and fauna. It is said that when apple trees
were first planted the fruits were so plentiful that often branches, unable to
bear the weight, would collapse.[citation needed] To this day, apple—along
with plum and pear—remains the best source of income for the majority of its
inhabitants.Afternoon free. Overnight at hotel.
Day 7:
Full day excursion visiting Kothi Gorge, Gulaba, Marhi,
Rohtang Pass (Upto Snow Line in case Rohtang is closed
due to snow fall) and Sollang Valley.Rohtang Pass, at an
altitude of 3979 m (13,050 ft) above sea level, is another
adventure tourist site where it can be cold even on a summer day. It is the
highest point on the Manali-Keylong road and provides a wide panoramic
view of mountains rising far above clouds, which is truly breath taking. Close
by is a small lake called Dassaur Lake. Beas Kund, the source of river Beas,
is also nearby. In winter, the road of Rothang Pass is closed.Important to note
that the road to Rohtang Pass is closed off at Manali bridge,on all tuesdays
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