There is no need for us to mention the beauty of Manali in December. It is a melting pot of snow-capped mountains, emerald green fields, arid plains and lush forests with plenty of activities to keep you busy. But what are the best things to do in this tranquil town? Well, we have tried our luck at buying some tickets on Air India but being rejected after paying thousand’s seems like a small price to pay. We can go to the places that you absolutely must visit in Manali in December.
But before we go all out, let’s try to get some real perspective. The cold of December has already set in, the temperature dropped by a good 10° celsius and this means that with all these sunny days, it is bound to rain on you very soon. If you’re already stuck here or planning to come here in December, here are some of the best things to do in Manali in December.
Let’s get started with a premier reason for visiting Manali:
Snowfall, it is just perfect! There is a lot of snowfall in Manali during this time (upwards of 3 meters) and the temperature doesn’t cross the freezing point all day long. With the snowfall, the atmosphere becomes crisp, cool and refreshing and the entire town is simply breath-taking. There is a lot of fun to be had on ski slopes in Manali in December. So, if you are suited for roughing it out in this weather then try some outdoor activities.
Here are some places to visit in Manali in December:
- Hadimba Temple
- Rohtang Pass
- Solang Valley
- Vashisht Kund
- Manu Temple
- Hampta Pass
- Mall Road
- Beas Kund
- Old Manali
- Bhrigu Lake
- Chandrakhani Pass
- Manali Sanctuary
- Dechen Choekhor Mahavihara
- Nehru Kund
- Gauri Shankar Temple
- Siyali Mahadev Temple
- Museum of Himachal Culture and Folk Art
- Van Vihar National Park
- Jogini Falls
- Cafe 1947
Do visit these places or book a complete Himachal Tour Packages for different locations also.