Van Vihar, Manali

Van Vihar National Park Manali There is nothing more beautiful than the nature itself. But if you could add on a couple of man-made gems to it, the nature becomes even more beautiful. That is the story of Van Vihar too. Located in the heart of the mall road, Van Vihar is a municipality run public garden. It is famous far and wide for its Deodar trees and a manmade lake, built right in the middle of the forest. While the lush green trees provide the fresh air needed to rest and rejuvenate, the lake is a beauty to behold and get lost into. There are boats as well that let you travel through the Deodar forest and witness the charm of life & living firsthand. It is about 30 Rs. For 15 minutes of a boat ride.

From children to grandparents, Van Vihar holds a unique charm for everyone. It is perfect destination for couples trying to find some solace in middle of a crowd. The nature adds to the romance! Also, the sunsets here are quite popular among the localities. With the sun drowning in the backdrop, the lake and the trees take up a whole new mystical look that is hard to forget in this lifetime. The park opens at 8 in the morning and remains so till 5 PM in the evening. The entry to the park is Rs. 5 only and could be thus enjoyed happily by anyone and everyone. Van Vihar is only 750 meters from the bus stand and should therefore be the first place on your wishlist.