Manali is all about an open valley with a deodar and pine forest cover, freshwater streams and peaks perennially covered with snow, making it a perfect place to unwind and recharge. Hidimba Devi temple and Manu temple are on top of the chart. The Mall in Manali is where you can enjoy a leisurely stroll and go on a shopping spree. The Ridge The large open space that runs east to west alongside The Mall Road is the cultural hub of the city. On a clear day or after a light rain, the views of snow peaks of Himalayan ranges to the north are spectacular. The neo-gothic towering architecture of the Christ Church, the state library in the vicinity, the statue of Mahatma Gandhi, the slate roofline of Gaiety Theater and the Town Hall are important landmarks on The Ridge. The Mall Road As a business center, The Mall is the main street of the hill station. Running parallel but lower to The Ridge, this shopping arcade is dotted with modern day showrooms, departmental stores, etc.. The front side of Gaiety Theater and Town Hall buildings are on this street. Himachal Emporium at the west end of the arcade sells locally-made handicrafts and handloom products. Scandal Point, the place where The Ridge and The Mall converge, is a good place to catch up with the day's news and gossip. Vashisht Vashisht is a sacred village that can be easily reached by a paved path from Manali market. The village has a temple dedicated to sage Vashisht, who finds mention in the Rig Veda, the oldest religious book of the Hindus. Apart from the temple, a hot water spring bath is what makes this small village worth a visit. Once can visit Viceregal Lodge, Jakhoo Temple, Kali Bari, Sankat Mochan Temple.
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