Kullu
Kullu, once known as Kulanthpitha - "the end of the habitable world",
Administrative
Kullu is the administrative capital with the offices of District Collector, the Superintendent of Police and the District courts. It is also the largest and the most varied constituency for the lower house of the parliament.
Demographics
India census,
Geography
Kullu is located at [Falling Rain Genomics, Inc - Kullu]. It has an average elevation of 1,362 metres (4,469 feet). The town of Kullu lies on the bank of River Beas. A major tributary Sar-vari, (derived from "Shiv -Baardi") leads to the less explored and steeper Lug-valley on the west. On the east of Kullu lies a broad mountainous ridge having the village-temples of Bijli Mahadev, Mount Nag and Pueed. Beyond the ridge lies Manikaran valley, along the Parvati river which joins Beas in Bhuntar. On the South of Kullu lie towns of Bhuntar, Out(leading to Anni, Banjar and Siraj Valley) and Mandi(a separate district). Historically Kullu was accessible from Shimla via Siraj valley or through passes on the west leading to Jogindernagar and onto Kangra. To the north lies the famous town of Manali, which through the Rohtang pass leads onto the Lahaul and Spiti Valley. Once can see an enormous change in the climate as one climbs up the windward side of the ranges to proceed to the leeward and much drier plateaus to the north of Manali.
Culture
Kullu Valley, also known as the "Valley of Gods", is well known for the seven day festival of Dussehra, a celebration of the mythical Lord Rama's victory over the evil king Ravana. The festival takes place in the months of October or November depending upon the Hindu calendar.
Due to it being the commercial and economic center the township of Kullu has had an eclectic diaspora of nearby village/district inhabitants, shop owners and govt. employees from bordering states which give a different feel from the rest of the valley. This has also contributed to a stronger sports and educational infrastructure in the town.
Vicinity
Other places of interest in the area include Manikaran (famous for its hot springs) and hot water springs at Vashisht village near Manali, 40 km north of Kullu, a hub for tourists and rock climbers. Malana, Kaish-Dhaar in Lug Valley, Bijli Mahadev, Bhekhli and Bajaura house the famous temples of the region and places like Kasol and Gohar. The surprise thing about Bijli mahadev temple is that the dhwaza sthupa of the temple will attract thunders some days and at that time the main shiv ling be broken into pieces. The priest will reconstruct the shiv ling by using butter. Manali is perhaps the most famous town and center of all tourist attraction in the state. Manali also has a well-known temple dedicated to the mythical princess Hadimba.
The economy of the town largely depends on tourism, horticulture (apples, plums, pears, and almonds) and handicrafts (shawls, caps etc.).
Image:Shiva shrine.jpg|Shiva shrine, Kullu
Image:Road workers crushing rocks, Kullu, 2004.jpg|Road workers crushing rocks, Kullu
Image:Raja Rupi Kulu Palace.jpg|Raja Rupi Kulu Palace
Image:Gohar - Himachal.jpg| A child in Gohar.
Hotels in Kullu
There are many Hotels and Guest Houses in Kullu to stay. Basically Kullu is a transit point for the Manikaran. Manikaran is around 40 km from Bhuntar (Kullu) which is 10 km from main Kullu city. Airport is also in the Bhutar which is the nearest Airport for Manali.
Hotels list with direct contact Deatils can be had from this link 
Main Hotels near Airport are
 Hotel Sangam in budget class
Mashoo Resort a star rated Hotel
External links
News and videos of Kullu
Website gives details information about kullu valley
Himachal Tourism website
Malana, IGNCA archive
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