After the fatigue of Monday to Friday, when only Saturday and Sunday remain in the week, the only thought that comes to mind is, "Let's go somewhere?" People often feel like traveling to the mountains and beautiful valleys. When we talk about mountains, the first names that come to mind are Manali and Kasol.

Both places are favorites among weekend travelers, but if you can't decide which of the two destinations to visit, then let us help you in this article.

Manali or Kasol: Which is the best?
Manali:
Manali is a famous hill station, directly connected to Delhi and Chandigarh. If you are looking for places to visit in Manali, there are many tourist spots like Solang Valley, Rohtang Pass, Hadimba Devi Temple, Mall Road, and Old Manali, where you can enjoy various adventure activities like river rafting and paragliding with your family or friends.

As for accommodation, you will find many types of hotels here to suit your budget. The roads leading to Manali are quite congested on weekends, and it gets very crowded during this time.

Kasol:
Kasol is also known as Mini Israel. Visiting here means spending time with nature. It is a small village located in the Parvati Valley of Himachal Pradesh. It is not very far from Delhi, so it takes less time to reach. It is a calm, beautiful, and peaceful place where you can enjoy the beautiful valleys, views, rivers, mountains, and cafes.

Also, you can take beautiful pictures here to make your trip memorable. If you are planning a trip this weekend, you can spend time here. It is a less bustling place than Manali, which might be perfect for you. You can easily find homestays and guesthouses for accommodation in Kasol.

What are the famous dishes here?
Kasol is known for its cafe culture. Here, you can enjoy delicious Israeli food in a beautiful setting. In Manali, you'll find everything from local Himachali cuisine to a wide variety of other dishes, and you'll have plenty of cafes and restaurants to choose from.

How to reach Manali from Delhi?
If you are planning to travel from Delhi to Manali, the journey is approximately 540-560 kilometers. If you are traveling by car, it will take you 12 to 14 hours to get there. However, the travel time may increase due to traffic on weekends and holidays.

If you are considering traveling by flight, you will need to fly to Bhuntar, which is the Kullu-Manali Airport. Alternatively, to reach Manali by train, you will have to go to the nearest railway station, Joginder Nagar. From there, you can easily find a bus or taxi to Manali.

How to reach Kasol from Delhi?
If you are looking for bus options to travel from Delhi to Kasol, you can take a bus from Kashmiri Gate or Majnu ka Tila. The distance from Delhi to Kasol is approximately 500 kilometers. Note that there is no direct train option from Delhi to Kasol.

To reach Kasol, you will have to go to Joginder Nagar railway station, or if traveling by flight, to the nearest Kullu-Manali Airport, from where you can easily find a taxi or bus to Kasol.

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