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Side valley ~13 km from Manali known for skiing in winter and paragliding, zorbing, ATVs and a ropeway in summer.
Solang Nullah is a side valley at the head of the Kullu valley on the road towards Rohtang and the Atal Tunnel. In winter its slopes are used for skiing and snow play; in summer it offers paragliding, zorbing, ATV rides and a ropeway. It is one of the busiest day trips from Manali.
Highlights
- Ropeway
- Skiing in winter
- Paragliding
- Zorbing and ATV
Tips
- Traffic may be stopped here after heavy snowfall
Around it
Within 1 km of Solang Valley.
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