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LOST IN WANDERLUST. BY MAHIMA ARYA

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Many people say they want to travel, but only a few get to experience the world's wonders. Travel means different things to different people: some go to escape their daily lives, others to take their children on vacation, and still others to find themselves, but not me. I want to make a career out of travelling.I've never desired a conventional life, one from which I feel compelled to flee, one filled with discontent and comfort. I've never wanted to be stuck in an office building all day, unable to leave when it's time. I've always desired more, and it's possible. Traveling means finding yourself lost in the most amazing ways. To me, travel entails getting up at 4 a.m. to get to the best spot to watch the sunrise. It means getting lost in a different country without Google maps and turning it into a whole new adventure. It entails attempting to communicate in broken English and being grateful that the other person is willing to make an effort to understand yo...

SOLANG VALLEY

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Solang Valley, about 13 kilometres from Manali, is known for its breathtaking views and is a popular destination for adventure seekers and honeymooners. There is no better place to be in the lap of nature than the views from Solang. Glaciers, snow-capped peaks, and snow-covered plains can all be seen from here. The elevation here is also ideal for skiing and snow play. The Atal Bihari Vajpayee Institute of Mountaineering and Allied Sports also has a guest house here. Every year, the institute hosts a winter skiing festival, as well as classes and workshops for tourists and travellers.During the summer, paragliding, horseback riding, and paragliding take over this area. Trekking and camping packages are popular among adventurers and thrill seekers. 13 kilometres away from Manali From December to May is the best time to visit. Zorbing, parachuting, biking, skiing, snow play, paragliding, and horseback riding are some of the activities available. Adventure type of destination

ROHTANG PASS.

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The best was saved for last. Rohtang Pass is a postcard-perfect gateway to Lahual and Spiti Valley in Himachal Pradesh. This breathtaking pass is 51 kilometres from Manali, at a height of 3980 metres on the Manali-Keylong highway. Skiing, ice skating, paragliding, and other adventure sports draw visitors from all over the country and the world. Every year, it attracts over 25 lakh visitors. A visit to this location, however, requires special permission from the Indian Army because this section of the road is covered in snow all year, making road travel impossible until the area is cleared by the Indian Army.As a result, the RohtangPass is only open to tourists from April to October. The Sonapani glacier and the Gaypan twin peaks, which are famous for their panoramic views and peaceful atmosphere, are both close to the Pass. Some people also go to the source of the Beas River, which is a sacred site for Hindus and is easily accessible from the Rohtang Pass. However, the name Rohtang t...

OLD MANALI

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Want to see a different side of touristy Manali? Cross the Manalsu River Bridge to reach the Old Manali district of Manali. This place's old-world charm will transport you to a bygone era of the 1960s. This village has the typical idyllic village vibe, with cafes with names that sound like they popped out of a Hollywood Western set. Lazy Dog, Red House Café, Bob Dylan's Café, Café m 1947, and Pizza Olive are some of the exotically named cafes worth visiting for their food. In fact, these are some of the most popular Manali tourist attractions.

JOGINI WATERFALL

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If you want to get away from the hustle and bustle of town and visit one of Manali's most remote locations, Jogni or JugniFalls are the places to go. The plan is to climb to the top of the JogniFalls and take in the natural scenery that surrounds the entire area. The falls are only 3 kilometres from Manali's main market and are easily accessible by car. The trek lasts about 20 minutes and passes through orchards, pine forests, and several small streams. Timing is everything. There is no entry fee. There is something for everyone.