Located in the dizzying heights of the Himalayas, with passes that remain closed for six months linking them with the rest of the world, Kinnaur, Spiti & Lahaul were till now a forbidden land. Only a chosen few were granted permission to visit this secret world, officials, Moravian missionaries who settled here in 1853 and a few mountaineers.
Now this area has been opened for the daring and adventurous to discover what had been hidden from the world for centuries.
From the riotous green of the Sangla Valley filled with orchards of apricots, peaches, chilgozas and apples to the magnificent desolation of the Hangrang Valley, Mother Nature's portrait is an ever changing one in Kinnaur. This land lying on the ancient trade route between India and Tibet, ringed by the majestic mountain of the Himalayan and Dhauladhar range is the land of plenty. The gushing rivers of Kinnaur abound in Trout-the angler's prize catch, their waters have over the centuries chiseled beautiful gorges across this picturesque land and nurtured one of the most unique societies on their banks. In the lush land live the descendants of the Kinners-the demi gods of the Hindu pantheon, whose deeds have been immortalized in epics and the poems of ancient Sanskrit poets.
PLACES
TO VISIT
Kothi
Situated on the road to Rohtang pass, a picturesque spot, Kothi is 12Km
from Manali. A PWD rest house is situated on a ridge overlooking a
narrow valley with a very good view of mountains and valleys. A large
number of films (movies) have been filmed at this place and is the ideal
resting resorts of poets, writers and the lovers of peaceful environs.
Morang
This village is situated 39 Km away from Kalpa on the left bank of river
Satluj. The location is very beautiful and approach to this picturesque
village is through apricot orchards. The local deity is Urmig and there
are three structures dedicated to the deity each existing in Thwaring,
Garmang and Shilling. Generally these are empty as the ark of the deity
remains in the fort. On a sacred day the ark is taken to the above named
places. The ark has got 18 'mukh', made of silver, gold and brass. The
18 mukh represents the 18 days of the great epic Mahabharat.
Lippa
Situated near the left bank of Taiti stream. The village can be
approached from Kalpa by the old Hindustan Tibet road to Jangi-Lippa-14
Km. Ibex are said to be found near the forest. The three Budhist
monasteries here are dedicated to Galdang, Chhoiker Dunguir and Kangyar.
Kothi
Morang
Lippa
Nichar
This village is situated between Taranda & Wangtu on the left bank of
Satluj about 5 Kms. above Wangtu. The scenery is enchanting. Ghoral ,
antelopes, black & red bears are seen sometimes in higher ranges.
Sangla Valley
This valley starts 57 Km short of Kalpa which has been named after a
beautiful & populous village Sangla. Sangla is situated on the right
bank of Baspa river 17 Kms. from Karcham. Journey from Karcham onwards
is enjoyable and adventurous throughout the valley. The natural scenery
all around and the eternal snow view are picturesque and charming. It is
also known as Baspa Valley since Baspa River flows through this area.
This is the most charming valley in the entire District of Kinnaur. A
temple dedicated to Nages god is worth a visit & other places are Sapni,
Rackchham, Kilba, Kamru Fort which can also be visited. There are post
offices, banks, rest houses for the convenience of the visitors.
Nichar
Sangla Valley
BEST SEASON/ BEST TIME TO VISIT
City Facts Local Transport
Local buses operate regularly. Taxis are also available.
Temperature : Temperature can drop to below freezing point during winter.
Best season:
April to October.
Clothing :
Light woollens in summer and heavy woollens in winters
