Gulaba Manali

Gulaba is a village in the State of Himachal Pradesh, India. It is 27 km away from Manali and 25 km from Rohtang pass. The village is designed and manned as per the guidelines of National Green Tribunal Act. Gulaba has all the relevant equipment and computerized system to ensure good tourism management. Gulaba has mobile toilets units and an effective waste disposal system. As per the order of National Green Tribunal Act, permits are given to up to only 800 petrol vehicles and 400 diesel vehicles to visit Rohtang Pass.
The road leading to Rohtang Pass is barred during heavy snowfall season which lasts from November to March. To avoid accidents, Himachal Pradesh Police has setup barriers to guide traffic. This place is considered to be a starting point to Brighu lake trekking. The area is filled with picturesque scenery and flora.

The name of the village, Gulaba, is derived from the first Maharaja of Jammu and Kashmir, Maharaja Gulab Singh who was also the founder of the Dogra Dynasty. The Maharaja had camped at Gulaba when he was on his way to invade China during his reign in Jammu and Kashmir. The location was named so because it replicates the picturesque beauty of Kashmir with its snow-capped mountain peaks and lush green grasslands. This topography also makes Gulaba a preferred site for adventure and recreational activities. One can indulge in activities like hiking, camping, trekking, paragliding etc. One a clear day, when the skies are blue the walk through the meadows, is a beautiful experience while during the night, the region is brightened by the starlit skies making it a perfect location for stargazers. Gulaba and its natural beauty is a treat to the tired soul and shouldn't be missed for the world.