Kinnaur Travel Guide

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Kinnaur is a breath takingly scenic and sparsely populated region. Spiti and Satluj rivers flow through Kinnaur to meet at Khab and become one the Satluj. Scores of flowing streams feed these rivers and all their valleys are strikingly beautiful the slopes are covered with thick woods, orchards, fields and picturesque hamlets.Here are two of the world's great mountain ranges the Zanskar and the Great Himalaya. Kinnaur is also home to some of India's oldest legends, and the religion of its people is a remarkable mix of Hinduism and Buddhism. Ancient Hindu texts have gone to the extent of placing the people of kinnaur the kinners as halfway between men and gods. There is no wonder that a local tradition maintains that Kinnaur with all its beauty fell from the clouds as a gift from the gods.

Getting There:
Sumdo is the last Kinner village on this road i.e.NH-22 whereafter the SH-30 starts leading into Spiti Valley. The total length of road from Shimla is 355 Kms whereas Shimla is another 385 Kms from Delhi. The ideal option is to cover this distance in a 4-WD but if you are looking for some adventure, the Himachal Roadways are a good option to explore the area.


Tourist Attractions:
Bhaba Valley:
It is a fascinating valley along the Bhaba river. The link road to this place originates from Wangtu. With beautiful landscapes and scenic beauty, the alpine meadows and the reservoir lake form the best places for avid trekkers.

Rampur:
Rampur is located on the banks of the river Satluj and commences its flow from the Mansarovar in Tibet. Towards the west, gorgeous wide terraces of this river extend upto Tattapani. Here, the most coveted hot springs are present. The place hosts the annual Lavi fair, which is an important event for the locals and thousands throng to this place during the festival. The festival becomes lively with cultural activities, sports and colourful markets graciously displaying shawls and handicrafts and dry fruits.

Karcham:
The exquisite town is placed at a height of 1899 meters and lies at the confluence of the Satluj and Baspa rivers. The beautiful and serene Sangla valley is 18 kilometres from the Karcham.

Moorang:
Moorang is 26 km from Powari. This village is famous for its apricot orchards. Placed at a fearful altitude of 2276 meters. A small surrounded by high mountains on three sides, it houses an ancient fascinating fort.


Recong Peo:
Also known as simply Peo, this wonderful place is 260 km from Shimla and 7 km from Powari. Recong Peo provides a scenic view of the Kinner Kailash.

Kalpa:
14 kms from Powari, this place is connected by link road. It is 84 kms from Rampur, at an altitude of 2759 meters. It offers a spectacular view of Kinner Kailash ranges.

Sangla:
Sangla Valley is well placed at an altitude of 2860 meters. The Tehsil village is the largest in Sangla and is 18 km from Karchham. The Kamru village resides at a distance of 2 kms from Sangla and is 2800 meters high giving a marvellous view of the fertile Sangla valley.
Sarahan:
Sarhan is famous as the gateway to Kinnaur and is at a distance of 40 km from Rampur. The route to this place passes via Jeori on National Highway No. 22. This scintillating beauty is placed at a height of 1920 meters. One of the very famous attractions of this place is the centuries-old Bhima Kali temple. It was previously, the old capital of Rampur. Nearby lies Bushehar, a small exotic village sandwiched between apple orchards.


Excursion From Kinnaur
Kufri
A scenic destination of Himachal Pradesh, Kufri is located at a distance of 13 km from Shimla. A large number of tourists throng to Kufri to participate in the annual winter sports festival organized every year in the month of February.

Tabo Monastery
The world famous ancient monastery, located on the bank of river Spiti, offers a valuable window to Tibetan culture. There are a total of nine shrines, which were constructed and renovated between 10 th & l5th century AD.

Dhankar Monastery
Himachal Pradesh is embellished with many Buddhist monasteries, which is built on the lines of Tibetan style. One such place is Dhankar, where many Buddhist monasteries were constructed. The Dhankar monasteries are among the most beautiful monasteries of Spiti valley.

Kullu
Travel to Kullu to discover the tradition, culture and habitat of the region. A land of nature’s pride, Kullu remains green throughout the year that offers an excellent venue to enjoy the most adventurous sports like trekking, skiing, para-gliding and water surfing.