Manali Resorts

Manali Resorts  Banon Resort  Banon resorts is an expression of a family’s efforts towards perfection spanning over a hundred years. The resort was built and is managed by the descendents of Capt A.T. Banon who started the first hotel/guest house in Manali in the early 20th century. With an experience of about 100 years in the hospitality industry we have tried to create an unique experience for our guests by designing a resort which combines the past and the present, to give a feel of the ancient cultural heritage of Kullu Valley in a modern setting with world class comfort and exclusive style. The resort is a combination of traditional architecture and modern designs which blends beautifully into the environment and offers its residents the best of both worlds. The Resort The Banon Resort Manali is a beautifully designed resort. Unique in its architecture and exclusive in style and comfort.For more information on accomodation and Tariff please Log On to http://www.banonresortmanali.com/ Designed by Ram Sharma, one of India’s leading architects. The only resort with cottages in Manali, consists of a main building with large public areas and cottages spread over 2 acres of landscaped gardens which gives a feeling of great space and privacy. The resort is centrally heated and the cottages have beautiful wood fired stoves to make your stay comfortable during the winter months. Location While being a world away in terms of lifestyle and seclusion, the resort in Manali is within a kilometer from the town. The resort is situated in one of Manali’s best preserved areas, close to the circuit house, amidst apple orchards and reserved deodar forests with magnificent views of snow covered peaks of the great Himalayan range  Rohtang Pass Around Manali  Rohtang Pass : ( 51 km. ) At an altitude of 3,978 metres on the highway to Keylong, the mass affords a wide-spread panorama of mountain scenery. Here eye meets a range of precipitous cliffs, huge glaciers and piled moraine and deep ravines. To the opposite is the well defined 'Sonepani Glacier' slightly to the left are the twin peaks of the Geyphang snow crowned. The Beas river rises near the crest of Rohtang from a block of Mica-Schist. To its left, 200 metres higher, is the little lake of 'Sarkund' ( Dashahr ) visited by a large number of people every year. The bath in the water of Sarkund lake effects cure of all bodily ailments or imaginary. The pass is open from June to October each year although trekkers can cross it earlier. It is the gateway to Lahaul-Spiti, Pangi and Leh valley. Solang Valley Solang Valley : ( 13 km. ) A beautiful valley between Manali and Kothi which offers views of the glaciers and snow covered mountain peaks. The plateau is frequently used for holding camps by the trekking parties. The surrounding areas of Manali from 3 to 20 km. are suitable for rock climbing. The winter skiing festival is organised here as well as training in skiing is imparted at this place  Rahala Fall  Rahla Falls : 16 kms. on way to Rohtang pass. If one goes to Marhi on foot from Kothi from the old road, the sight of the falls is fascinating. It is a good picnic spot as well.