20 places near Spiti valley that are breathtakingly beautiful

20 places near Spiti valley that are breathtakingly beautiful

Suraj Tal Lake

Suraj Tal Lake is one of the highest and most beautiful lakes in India that is located at an altitude of over 16,240 feet. The lake is situated in the mesmerizing beauty of Spiti valley, and it attracts a lot of pilgrims from all around the country as they believe this lake to be sacred. It is the third-largest lake in the country. Even if you are not a spiritual person, this lake will amaze you like the area surrounding Suraj Tal Lake is quite surreal as well. Many adventure-loving tourists reach this lake by riding their bikes. As the lake is located at such a high altitude, it is also commonly known as “the lake of Sun God.” No matter what your reasons are, it would be best if you visited this lake at least once in your lifetime.

Chicham Bridge

Inaugurated in September of 2017, this bridge is the highest in Asia. Chicham Bridge altitude is located above 13,780 feet above the sea and is built for connecting two villages in the Spiti valley, namely Kibber and Chicham. Earlier residents and tourists out there had to travel an extra 40 km to reach Chicham village from Kibber, but now with this bridge, people can cover the distance within minutes. If you visit Spiti valley someday, you will have to travel through this bridge, because the view of the entire area from the bridge is breathtakingly beautiful. Moreover, this bridge allows you to explore the beautiful Chicham village and Chandratal lake quite easily from other parts of the Spiti valley.

Chandratal Lake

If you visit Spiti, you will have to visit Chandraltal lake; otherwise, your trip will be incomplete. It is one of the most spectacular crescent-shaped lakes in India that is also known as the “Lake of the Moon.” The lake is located on the Samudra Tapu plateau in Spiti that is quite close to the famous Chandra river. If you are a thrill-seeker, this lake will be perfect for you as Chandratal lake trek is one of the most famous trekking trails in Himachal Pradesh. It is a camper’s paradise. When you reach there, you will be spellbound by the beauty of the lake. Apart from the natural beauty, this lake is also quite sacred to the people of the Hindu community as it has been mentioned in the Indian epic Mahabharata for several times.

Sangla Valley

Sangla is fast becoming one of the most popular tourist destinations in India. It is a mesmerizingly gorgeous valley in the Kinnaur district of Himachal Pradesh that has many incredible tourist spots. Every corner of Sangla valley is spectacular. If you visit there, you will get to see orchards of red, yellow, and green apples anywhere you go. As the beautiful Baspa river surrounds the valley, the beauty of the valley is exemplified even more. The average Sangla valley temperature during the summers is around 20 degrees Celsius, and in winter, it can go down to minus 5 degrees Celsius. Hence, to enjoy this gorgeous valley more comfortably, you should visit there between April to November. Some of the most famous places in Sangla are Kamru fort, Chitkul, Batseri village, Bering Nag temple, and many more.

Sarahan Village

Sarahan is yet another breathtakingly beautiful place in Himachal Pradesh that is visited by a large number of travelers all across the world. It is commonly known as the “Gateway to Kinnaur” because it is quite near Kinnaur valley. Sarahan is also blessed to have orchards filled with apples of different categories from every house present in there. But the main attraction of Sarahan is the sacred and spectacular Bhimakali temple. Not only is the temple unique and looks splendid in the heavenly surroundings, but it is quite sacred to the people of the Hindu community as well. Sarahan in Himachal Pradesh was also the home to Bhushahr king, and you can visit his palace that is located close to the temple over there. As the village is situated close to the Sutlej river, you will be able to hear the rustling sounds of the flowing water from the room of your hotel over there.

Kinnaur

Kinnaur is slowly emerging to be one of the most visited places in India because this district has everything. From lush coniferous forests to spectacular mountains, from rippling rivers to gorgeous lakes, this district is the epitome of natural beauty. But apart from the gorgeousness of the region, it is also considered to be one of the most religious places in the country. It is said that Lord Shiva used to reside there, and Kinnaur is mentioned in the Mahabharata several times. There are several breathtakingly beautiful places in the district, including Sangla valley, Kalpa, Chitkul, and others. The weather of Kinnaur is quite pleasant during most of the year, but during the winter, the climate can get a lot extreme.

Chitkul

Located at an altitude of 11,318 feet, Chitkul village is said to be the last village of India. As the town is situated at the border of the Indo-Tibetan road, tourists get to visit the border gate when they visit there. The town is one of the beautiful places in not only Himachal Pradesh but also in India. With snow-capped mountains, sapphire blue Baspa river, deep luscious forests, and the loving local people, Chitkul is perhaps the happiest place on earth. If you want, you can stay a few nights in one of the homestays in Chitkul, or you can camp by the Baspa river quite easily. The village is located 28 km from Sangla, and most people rent a car to visit there. Many people prefer to live in Rakcham village to explore Chitkul more easily.

Nako Village

Nako village is one of the most visited places in India right now. The popularity of this tiny village in Himachal Pradesh lies in the fact that it is spectacularly gorgeous. It is located at the height of 11,811 feet and is said to be the gateway to Spiti valley. As the village is situated quite close to the Nako lake, many tourists prefer to camp out there to get closer to nature. Most people visit the town while traveling to Spiti valley. If you visit there, do not forget to explore the Lipa-Asrang sanctuary, Nako monastery, Sangla Buddhist monastery, and others.