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Manali Vs. Shimla
Manali and Shimla are some of the go-to options thronged by tourists during the peak seasons. For a traveler, it can be quite confusing to choose between the two of them as both of them are the best on their own. Yet another misconception persists that at a foundational level Manali and Shimla are similar. Kashti Adventures will break this false notion and help you choose the best out of them.
Crowd
Shimla is the capital of the north Indian state of Himachal Pradesh. Naturally, it gets a lot of tourist traction during peak seasons. Moreover, many movies have also featured Shimla which has in turn brought over a crazy load of the crowd in the city. On the contrary, Manali is slightly outside the ‘touristy’ zone of the state. Although it is also visited by people across the nation, the hustle-bustle is quite less than in Shimla. Therefore, travelers who prefer natural ambiance and calmness should prefer Manali over Shimla.
Places of Attraction
Shimla was the colonial capital of the pre-independence period. Many places bearing the colonial touch continue to stand in their glory and some have been restored giving them an old-world touch. Despite these architectural and social attractions like the Heritage walk and Gaiety theater, the essence of the place is gradually decreasing due to large-scale urbanization. The natural treasures are therefore overshadowed day-by-day due to the increase in human interference.
On the other hand, Manali is a central hub for trekkers due to natural pebble trails, the crystal-clear Parvati river, waterfalls, and traditional architecture with a Himachali touch. It is needless to say that trekkers are bound to choose the latter as a result of these factors.
Adventure
Shimla is more like an urban retreat with basic adventure activities like rock climbing, etc. On the contrary, Shimla is famous for its paragliding, white river rafting, and mountain climbing adventure camps. This attracts adventure junkies not only from India but overseas as well.
As Manali is full of lush greenery, it also houses pristine natural habitats that responsible tourists frequently visit for camping. So, Manali is an epicenter of adventure sports as compared to Shimla.
Budget
Being a state capital Shimla is filled with consumers and simultaneously a plethora of products and services. As demands are more, the budget gradually goes up. On the other hand, the budget for Manali doesn’t fluctuate that much due to its comparatively stable market structure and crowd-loads every year. As a result, tourists are less likely to feel a fund crunch in Manali.
Conclusion
Both Manali and Shimla are the major tourist hotspots of India. As per the above requirements, it is quite clear that although Shimla is outstanding in terms of its blingy urban culture, nevertheless, Manali is one of the best options when choosing between the two. Feel free to connect with us so that we can curate a memorable traveling experience for you in Manali.
Blog by Chandrajita Chakraborty