By Air - The closest airport to the fascinating city of Manali is at Bhuntar,
which is situated at a distance of about 50 kms from Manali. From Bhuntar there
are regular bus services. Also fixed price taxis also run from Bhuntar to Manali.From
Bhuntar, one can take a taxi or a bus to Manali.
By Rail - The nearest railway station from Manali is at Joginder Nagar
By Road - The road to Manali goes by the quaint valley of Kullu. The Bus-Stand
is in the heart of the city on the Mall. The road connections are with other cities
in Himachal as well as near by cities in other states.
Local Transport
The local transport that is easily available in the city is Taxis and buses. Himachal
Taxi Operators' Union provides taxi services to and from many destinations in
and around the city. A number of public and deluxe buses run in the city. Two
computerized booking booths are at the bus stand. They open between early mornings
to 5:00 pm in the evening. Advance booking facility is also available.
Climate & Temperature
Manali is blessed with an awesome climate all throughout the year. Summers are
cool and winters are chilly. The beautiful province never experience the scorching
heat of the Sun. Due to the proximity of the snow-clad mountains, Manali gets
this cool climatic conditions. Being situated in the lap of Himalayas this town
is an ideal destination for people looking for a respite from the hectic lives
of cities. The elevation of Manali bestows it a climate, which is loved by one
and all. The summers are breezy and the winters are harsh as far as the cold is
concerned. During the winters the snow line comes down and there is snowfall in
the region. The temperature drops below freezing point in winter months. Summers
are generally mild and light, punctuated by monsoons during July ? September.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit the breathtakingly beautiful city of Manali is in the months
of September to May. This is the time when the city is in its full bloom. This
is the time when the weather is in its true colors. The hill resort of Manali,
experiences cool weather all through the year. Thus you may visit Manali anytime
of the year besides the monsoons that last from June to September