Kullu, one of the finest destinations for tourists in India, is a wonderful hill station, offering its visitors numerous places of interest like temples, valleys, orchards and abundant scenic beauty.

Location of Kullu:
Located in the state of Himachal Pradesh, Kullu, the capital town of the Kullu District is positioned at an altitude of 1200 m above sea level at the confluence of Beas and Sarvari rivers in the Kullu Valley at approximately 10km north of the airport at Bhuntar. It is sited at 240 km north of Shimla.

Fast Facts

Population	18, 306
Languages	Hindi, English and Himachali
Best time to visit	April-June
STD Code	01902

History of Kullu:
In the past, the Kullu valley was known as Kulanthapitha, which means the end of the inhabitable world. The first recorded information about this area dates back to 1st century AD, when this region actually began to be resided in. In the medieval period, Kullu and the area around it was governed by several local rulers. The Kullu valley was separated from other corners of the country for ages until it came under British reign.

Best Season, Climate, and Clothing:
The climate in Kullu is alpine. Summers (April-June) are gentle and winters are really cold (November-February). It is hit by southwestern monsoon rains in July-September. Kullu is best visited during the summers, between the months of April and June. However, it can also be traveled to in October to enjoy the Dussehra festival.

Tourist Attractions in Kullu:
Valleys like Ani, Manikaran, Korpan, Lug, Banjar, Garsa; several apple orchards; the imposing Himalayan ranges; the festivals of Malani, Phalguni, Shahri Jatra and Birshu; Himalayan Adventure Sports activities are among the main tourist interests in Kullu.

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