10 Offbeat Things To Do In Spiti Valley

Spiti is hands down the most gorgeous place in the whole of North India. Spiti is an absolute dream for any photographer searching for amazing landscapes to shoot. If you have travelled to places like Manali, Shimla, Mcleod Ganj or Kasol in Himachal Pradesh, or maybe you have visited Uttarakhand than you must know how the vegetation, narrow roads, English architecture and churches are the amazing highlights of the whole trip.

But what puts Spiti in its own lane and different from all these places are

Trek your way upto the monasteries- Spiti is an epitome of nature's beauty. Being around so much greenery and away from the nasty pollution definitely deserves your full attention. What's the better way spend time with nature than walking in it and not going to places via cars. You will be able to experience a whole that people in cars will miss out on. The biggest monastery in Spiti is the fort like key which is at an elevation of 4,166 meters (13,668 ft) it overlooks the Spiti River. This monastery is also known as Key Gompa; architecturally speaking this monastery was built in pasada style.

The main charms of monasteries are the positive vibes and peace we feel just by simply by being there. Surrounded by beautiful places to visit in spiti valley with the beautiful Buddhist culture will make you feel lighter and forget about your troubles.

Camping at lake site- Waking up to the view of a stunning crescent shaped lake which is why it's called Chandra Taal, is definitely going to be an once in a lifetime experience for you. You can literally experience sleeping under the sky by camping near the lake, with the weather being generous and giving during the months of May to September. It is situated at 4,300 meters (14,107 ft). The lake is surrounded by mountains covered in snow giving a stunning view. The major attraction of the lake is that it changes color of its water throughout the day, during the end of the day it becomes an amazing emerald green color.

Home stays with the natives- Spiti is not only known for its view and mountain sites but also for its culture which is a mixture of Buddhism and Hinduism. To an authentic essence of the Tibetan culture you must taste their home made salty and buttery tea. It’s a culture of peace and enlightenment. People often even choose to stay at these villages with these because of their friendly nature and hospitable mentality. Home stays have become more and more popular over last few years.

Yak safari- Safari is a common and famous part of vacations yet I bet you wouldn’t have heard of yak safari which is another highlight of our trip to Spiti. There are many places to visit in Spiti and yak safari is definitely the one you should visit.

Visit Fossil Park at Langza- Now you may think fossil parks aren’t that uncommon in most places but let us tell they are uncommon in a hill station, simply put fossils are the things archeologists dig up to prove evolution and to search new facts about the species. Now it’s been a long debated issue that Himalayas have been or not risen from the oceans since scientists claim that everything on earth have in fact risen from the oceans these fossils found at Langza prove that Himalayas the great mountain is no different and follow the same set of rules as the things in evolution. You can cover the whole of Langza tour by our Spiti Valley Tour Packages.

Stargazing at Langza and Komic- The high altitude villages of Spiti valley has a character of their own. One of their charms is the sky at night, its special clear view allows you to star gaze all night long the views are when plainly put are out of this world. You will have the whole skyline available at your dispense for photography and to just lay there and talk with your companions. Many of the travellers from Delhi to Spiti valley have given rave reviews of their experiences of stargazing.

Visiting the hidden valleys and meadows- While lakes like chandrataal and dhankan leave you spellbound, the Baralacha and Kunzum passes will take you to the top of the world with its formidable altitude. Many travellers visit manali and seek the thrill of wilderness and are often not satisfied but here in Spiti you won’t be cause its full of hidden meadows and creeks where you conjure up a sense of exploring on own without feeling like you are just following a crowd of tourists from one spot to another. Manali to Spiti valley is a journey is specifically designed for people like you who want to do things differently.

Visit chandrataal lake- As has been said before the beauty of the lake is indescribable. It’s a serene blend of nature consisting of a water body and surrounded by rugged mountains. It’s basically a painting come to life. Anyone who’ll be visiting here is going to be awestruck. Tso Chikgma or Chandra Taal is in a protected niche with some flowers and wildlife in summer. Maximum length of the lake is 0.6 meter and its width being 0.31 meters. Its surface elevation is 4,250 meters (13,940 ft) above sea level. Packages offered by Capture A Trip include Spiti valley road trip which always makes a stop at the lake.

See the Lama statue with an interesting story behind it- Around45-50 years ago Indian military was digging to build bunkers at Gyu village, their digging instrument hit a body. This body started bleeding from the corner of its mouth but they couldn’t decipher why. The body was excavated and put in a hut; no special precautions were taken to preserve the body. It is said that the body is still in the same state as the day it was dug out and that its hair is still growing and monks come from all over world to take its hair for worshipping. It is said that the body is of a lama in deep meditation and that he still hasn’t died. Whatever the real story maybe but it does make for an awesome experience and a great story. People takingSpiti valley trips from Delhi have firsthand saw the statue and have mentioned it in their rave reviews on Spiti tours.

White- water rafting- We all know for all the adrenaline junkies out there the yak safari and trekking will not cut it, you need something even more adventurous than search no more all your requests can be fulfilled here. Simply put Spiti is a perfect place to enjoy this water sport with ideal locations including the Spiti and pin rivers. These rivers definitely counts as the must visit places in Spiti valley and upon arrival you guys can decide if and when you want to go rafting.

The Spiti valley is a unique mountain environment in the Himalayas. Find out what you can do during your trip in the Spiti valley. You can book Spiti Valley tour packages from Capture A Trip which give you a combination of adventure, historical tours and camping. And also get exclusive deals and exciting offers on Spiti Valley Holiday Packages.

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Places to Visit in Himachal Pradesh

Himachal Pradesh is an Indian state located on the northern side of the country. The lofty Himalayas, contented people, and home too many famous hill stations like Kullu, Manali, Shimla, etc. Shown in many movies of Bollywood, this state is a perfect getaway place for everyone whether for youth travellers or family vacation. The Himachal Tour Packages serves the best to everyone and offers its beauty. The life of the people here is vibrant yet full of culture and tradition. The people here possess a very calm mind.

The best time to visit Himachal Pradesh is between April to June and if you want to experience the chilly winters, you are welcome to experience the snowfall starting from Mid-December. The perfect cosy stays in a room with a view of Himalayas are another great experience one should have once in life. This state borders with Punjab on the southwest, Haryana on the south, Uttarakhand on the southeast, Jammu and Kashmir on the north and with Tibet on the east. Naina Devi is the smallest town and Shimla is the largest town of the state.

Pahadi is the most commonly spoken by the people and Hindi is the state's official language so it won't create a problem for the tourists to get along with the natives of that place.

Himachal Pradesh is surely a paradise for nature and adventure lovers. If you have not visited this state yet, then you are missing out on something very special. After this blog, we are sure that this state will be going to add the best places to visit in himachal Pradesh in your travel bucket list.

1. Kullu

Kullu has an abundance of lush greenery, pristine river streams, panoramic views, snow-capped peaks and yes! a lot to do to fulfil your adventure thirst. It is also known as "Valley of Gods.”

Places to visit:

·Raghunath Temple

·The Great Himalayan National Park

·Hanogi Mata Temple

·Friendship Peak

2.Manali

Manali has gained immense attention in the past 15 years, it is a honeymoonparadise for newlywed and for adventure junkies it is not less than a paradise.

Places to visit:

·Solang Valley

·Rohtang Pass

·Hadimba Temple

·Vashisht Baths

·Chandrakhani Pass

·Gayatari Temple

3.Kangra

Kangra is irreplaceable in terms of its beauty. It has its origin back to Vedic times. It encompasses Mcleodganj and Dharamshala within its boundaries. It is a small bustling place of Himachal.

Places to visit:

·Brajeshwari Temple

·Kangra Fort

·Kareri Lake

·Baijnath Temple

·Kangra Art Museum

·Jwala Devi Temple

·Chamunda Devi Temple

·Pragpur Village

4. Dharamshala

Dharamshala is very famous as it is the residence of the 14th Dalai Lama. The lush pine and deodar forests enhance its beauty and Dhauladhar peak surrounds this place. Dharamshala cricket stadium is the most visited place of this city.

Places to visit:

·Dharamsala Cricket Ground

·St John in the Wilderness Church

·War Memorial

·Gyuoto Monastery

·Tea Gardens

·Triund Dayhike near McLeod Ganj (where the Dalai Lama resides)

·Tsuglagkhang

·Bhagsu Falls

·Tibetan Museum

·Kangra Art Museum

5. Kasauli

Kasauli is on the lower edges of Himalayas, it is very cold and has dense forests, it is a paradise for trekkers and campers. It is very popular for well-known health resorts.

Places to visit:

·Monkey Point

·Mall Road

·Sunset Point

·Timber Trail

·Gurudwara Shri Guru Nanakji

6.Shimla

The legacy of trip to shimla manali can be felt in its culture, architecture, ambience and churches. It is counted on top places of India for spending summer vacation with family.

Places to visit:

·Mall Road

·The Ridge

·Institute of Advanced Studies

·Jakhoo Temple

·Christ Church (the second oldest church in North India)

·Toy Train to Kalka

7.Bir Billing

Bir & Billing is the twin towns of Himachal Pradesh. Bir Billing is known for its paragliding spot and is considered one of the best spots in the world for paragliding. Tibetan culture has influenced on this place. It offers many different adventure activities like trekking, mountain biking, angling and camping etc.

Places to visit:

·Paragliding in Bir Billing

·Tibetan Colony

·Chokling Monastery

·Dharmalaya Institute

·Tashi Jong Monastery

8.Dalhousie

Dalhousie is a year-round destination, a tiny tinsel town of Himachal. The town gets its name from its founder Lord Dalhousie and bears the distinct stamp of the British empire.

Places to visit:

·Panch Pulla

·Chamara Lake

·Satdhara Falls

·Kalatop Wildlife Sanctuary

·St John Church

·Subhash Baoli Daikund Peak

·Gandhi Chowk Shopping Plaza

·Bakrota Hills

9.Kasol

Kasol is situated alongside Parvati River and in Parvati Valley. It is referred to as the "Little Israel of India.” Kasol has gained a lot of attention because of its breathtakingly beautiful scenery. The place is famous for its trance parties and hippy culture.

Places to visit:

·Parvati River

·Tosh Valley

·Malana

10.Spiti Valley & Lahaul

Spiti valley is the cold desert located in Himachal Pradesh, a must-visit place of India, surrounded by the snowcapped mountains, breathtaking scenery, panoramic valleys and now many of its jaw-dropping treks are becoming so popular among the tourists, not only Indian but also foreigners. The Spiti Valley road trip is full of nature, hills, waterfalls, and the snowcapped mountain is just unmissable part of Lahaul.

Places to visit:

·Pin Valley

·Chandratal Lake

·Suraj Tal Lake

·Pin Valley National Park

·Gue Mummy

·Key Monastery

 

11.Mcleodganj

Mcleodganj is the residence place of the14th Dalai Lama and home to a large population of Tibetans. It is very famous among international visitors as this place provide Buddhism courses, meditation, yoga, trekking in the Dhauladhar range etc.

Places to visit:

·Masroor Temple

·Bhagsu Falls

·Guna Devi Temple

·Maharana Pratap Sagar Lake

·Sunset Point

·Indrahar Pass

·Manikaran

Manikaran is important not only for Sikhs but also for Hindus. Manikaran Gurudwara is very famous in India as it has a natural hot spring. In total Manikaran has 3 hot springs, one is inside of Gurudwara and the other two are a part of private guesthouses.

Places to visit:

·Sri Guru Nanak Devji Gurudwara

·The Hot Springs

·Lord Ramachandra Temple

·Harinder Mountain

·Kulant Pith

Rohtang Pass

Rohtang Pass was in the news as it gets Atal Tunnel which connects Manali to Leh and it is the world’s longest highway tunnel. Atal Tunnel is a new attraction added recently for the tourists. Chenab and Beas river flows from this region. This pass is a perfectly picturesque place and photographers admire this place a lot.

Solan Valley

Solan is named after Shoolini Devi, the Hindu goddess. It is famous for its vast mushroom farming and known as the "Mushroom city of India"

·Places to visit:

·Shoolini Temple

·Kuthar Fort

·Solan Brewery

·Menri Monastery

·Children’s Park

·Majathal Sanctuary

Khajjiar

Khajjiar is a place to relax, rejuvenate and unwind you in the scenic beauty. Often resembles Switzerland, it is known as "Mini Switzerland of India.”

Places to visit:

·Kalatop Wildlife Sanctuary

·Khajjiar Lake

·Khajjiar Trek

·Golden Devi Temple

·Lord Shiva Statue

·Tibetan Handicrafts Centre

Chail

Chail is just 2 hours’ drive away from Shimla, an offbeat destination of Himachal. The School Playground is one of the highest playgrounds in the world and it is managed by the army officials.

Places to visit:

·Sadhupal Lake

·Maharaja Palace

·Chail wildlife sanctuary

·Palace Hotel

·Cricket Ground

·Kali Temple

Kaza

Kaza is a major town of Spiti adjoining Tibetan Border. Kaza is divided into Old Kaza and New Kaza. Old Kaza is a vibrant place to roam around and indulge yourself in shopping as most of the shops are here. New Kaza is linked with an old bridge and here you will feel that you have arrived in a different world.

Places to visit:

·Ki Monastery

·Dhankar Monasteries

·Kibber Village

·Komic Village

·Kumzm Pass

·Chandratal Lake

·Dhankar Lake

·Pin Valley National Park

Kufri

It is a small hill station of Himachal not very far from capital city Shimla. Kufri zoo has rare antelopes, felines and birds. During winter a meandering path through the potato plantations turns into a popular ski track.

Places to visit:

·Indira Tourist Park

·Chini Bungalow

·Kufri Fun World

Chamba

Mesmerizing views, open blue skies and lush green valley, the Chamba is a very well-known city of Himachal and Chamba Valley trek is a must to visit.

Places to visit:

·Manimahesh Lake

·Laxmi Narayan Temple

·Khajjiar Lake

·Chamera Dam

·Bhalei Mata Temple

Palampur

In Palampur you can witness the colonial architecture and its tea plantation; paddy fields give you the vibe that you are roaming in any of the sets of Bollywood movies.

Places to visit:

·Palampur Tea Gardens

·Saurabh Van Vihar

·Tashi Jong Buddhist Monastery

·Sobha Singh Art Gallery

·Wah Tea Estate

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