Sponsored Story

Kinnaur Lahaul Spiti - Drive through the Hidden Tr

Tripoto
7th Aug 2014
Photo of Kinnaur Lahaul Spiti - Drive through the Hidden Tr 1/18 by Badari Deshpande
Spiti - Chandratal
Photo of Kinnaur Lahaul Spiti - Drive through the Hidden Tr 2/18 by Badari Deshpande
The Journey
Photo of Kinnaur Lahaul Spiti - Drive through the Hidden Tr 3/18 by Badari Deshpande
Batal
Photo of Kinnaur Lahaul Spiti - Drive through the Hidden Tr 4/18 by Badari Deshpande
Batal
Photo of Kinnaur Lahaul Spiti - Drive through the Hidden Tr 5/18 by Badari Deshpande
Saptarishi
Photo of Kinnaur Lahaul Spiti - Drive through the Hidden Tr 6/18 by Badari Deshpande
The Journey
Photo of Kinnaur Lahaul Spiti - Drive through the Hidden Tr 7/18 by Badari Deshpande
The Journey
Photo of Kinnaur Lahaul Spiti - Drive through the Hidden Tr 8/18 by Badari Deshpande
The Journey
Photo of Kinnaur Lahaul Spiti - Drive through the Hidden Tr 9/18 by Badari Deshpande
Valley to the Taal
Photo of Kinnaur Lahaul Spiti - Drive through the Hidden Tr 10/18 by Badari Deshpande
Chandratal
Photo of Kinnaur Lahaul Spiti - Drive through the Hidden Tr 11/18 by Badari Deshpande
The journey
Photo of Kinnaur Lahaul Spiti - Drive through the Hidden Tr 12/18 by Badari Deshpande
The Journey
Photo of Kinnaur Lahaul Spiti - Drive through the Hidden Tr 13/18 by Badari Deshpande
You are at your best here
Photo of Kinnaur Lahaul Spiti - Drive through the Hidden Tr 14/18 by Badari Deshpande
Colours of Nature
Photo of Kinnaur Lahaul Spiti - Drive through the Hidden Tr 15/18 by Badari Deshpande
Shades of Spiti Valley
Photo of Kinnaur Lahaul Spiti - Drive through the Hidden Tr 16/18 by Badari Deshpande
Lahual spiti Region
Photo of Kinnaur Lahaul Spiti - Drive through the Hidden Tr 17/18 by Badari Deshpande
Ki Gompa
Photo of Kinnaur Lahaul Spiti - Drive through the Hidden Tr 18/18 by Badari Deshpande
Drive through

Kinnaur Lahaul & Spiti - Hidden Treasures

IF you are keen to understand the Cultural / Bio diversity in India along with a scenic beauty that is probably the best you can see, then this is where you need to be ..

Kinnaur -

Is one of the hidden treasures in Hindu mythological places with a strong connection to Mahabharata, Lord Krishna & many hindu goddesses. Contrary to the perception, Kinnaur region is a strong believer of Hindu cult. The Pandavas spent considerable time in Kinnaur during their Agyatvas. People of Kinnaur believe they are the true descendants of the pandava’s.

Kinnaur treasures many secrets beneath & is a host to many hindu temples built a couple of centuries back.

Lahaul & Spiti -

Till 1960 Lahaul & Spiti used to be 2 separate districts, Both were combined with Keylong as its Head quarters. While Rohtang Pass connects this region on one side, Kunzum Pass connect’s the Spiti on the other. Without these 2 passes the region gets completely isolated & loses contact with the external world. Especially in the winter months both these regions operate on traditional foot routes & all motorable roads are close even till date.

While Lahaul offers considerable terrains, Spiti offers completely barren & steep terrains. Spiti at an altitude of 14000ft & above is considered to be high altitude locations. The magnanimity & construct of these regions are better experienced than said in words.

Across the world if there is a wish list for travellers & a bucket list, KLS (Kinnaur/Lahaul/Spiti) is known to be a top priority. It would not be a surprise if you encounter more foreign tourists while  visiting this region owing to the visual spectacle with cultural & bio diversity this region has to offer.

7th Aug 2014 - Assemble at Chandigarh – Reporting by 11Am. • Depart for Narkanda @ 1 pm , Arrive (170Kms 6 Hours) • Dinner & Overnight Stay at Narkanda
Photo of Chandigarh, India by Badari Deshpande
• Start to experience the difference in the terrain & culture • The valleys offer amazing photo opportunity • We will do a nature walk for acclimatization in the evening
Photo of Narkanda, Himachal Pradesh, India by Badari Deshpande
• Enjoy some of the most scenic spots on the way • Retire for the day @ Rakchham (Leisure day)
Photo of Rakchham, Himachal Pradesh, India by Badari Deshpande
• Visit Chitkul – the last village on Indo-china border, You would see the valleys till your eyes can see This is where you start soaking in the majestic Kinnaur region. You entry to the valley though starts from Narkonda, will take you to the next level here
Photo of Chitkul, Himachal Pradesh, India by Badari Deshpande
The culture capital of Kinnaur, This is where your journey with the hindu mythology takes you back to the Mahabharat, You would be astonished to realise the connection this place has & the strong belief they carry to be the true decedents of the Pandavas.
Photo of Kalpa, Himachal Pradesh, India by Badari Deshpande
A beauty of this village is so much different from the places that you have been visiting, you will be welcomed with a luck green valley with all its shades & colors. A walk around the village will be a great experience
Photo of Nako, Himachal Pradesh, India by Badari Deshpande
• You will suddenly feel the difference between the terrains that you were in to the barren valleys that welcome you • Walk through the Tabo village, Interact with locals Visit the monastery
Photo of Tabo, Himachal Pradesh, India by Badari Deshpande
Photo of Tabo, Himachal Pradesh, India by Badari Deshpande
Photo of Tabo, Himachal Pradesh, India by Badari Deshpande
• Start for Kaza - Watch the colors & shades of nature in its true form, the terrain with its colors of the land, water showcase a different world in itself + This is probably where you will realise that you have moved to a completely different terrain that makes you start feeling awe stuck. + True shades for nature though being barren makes you just want to sit & watch
Photo of Kaza, Himachal Pradesh, India by Badari Deshpande
Photo of Kaza, Himachal Pradesh, India by Badari Deshpande
Photo of Kaza, Himachal Pradesh, India by Badari Deshpande
Photo of Kaza, Himachal Pradesh, India by Badari Deshpande
Photo of Kaza, Himachal Pradesh, India by Badari Deshpande
• A place filled with peace & tranquility. A true creation of god. It is very difficult to assign how many days you need to feel Kaza, Kibber & Ki Gompa you feel like just stay there for ever. • We will move towards the Ki Gompa, One of the celebrated monasteries in the Spiti valley • Enjoy the scenic ride through Kunzum pass to reach – Chandratal which is considered to be the second most sacred lakes in Hindu mythology after Kailash mansarovar. • You will witness the Saptarishi hills, Hills carved in the shape of Meditating Saints standing 1000feet tall each. • Camp by the lake – Chandratal
Photo of Chandratal Trail, Dhar Pallamo, Himachal Pradesh, India by Badari Deshpande
Photo of Chandratal Trail, Dhar Pallamo, Himachal Pradesh, India by Badari Deshpande
Photo of Chandratal Trail, Dhar Pallamo, Himachal Pradesh, India by Badari Deshpande
Photo of Chandratal Trail, Dhar Pallamo, Himachal Pradesh, India by Badari Deshpande
• Start for Chatru on a leisure drive along the river • Halt for a chai+lunch with Mr&Mrs.Dorji – at Batal • Arrive at Sarchu – Relax & retire for the night
Photo of Chatru, himachal pradeh by Badari Deshpande
Photo of Chatru, himachal pradeh by Badari Deshpande
Photo of Chatru, himachal pradeh by Badari Deshpande
Photo of Chatru, himachal pradeh by Badari Deshpande
Photo of Chatru, himachal pradeh by Badari Deshpande
Reach Manali - Enjoy the local market & sight seeing, Do all your shopping. Relax
Photo of Manali, Himachal Pradesh, India by Badari Deshpande
Photo of Manali, Himachal Pradesh, India by Badari Deshpande