More often people who get a change to explore the upper Himalayas choose Ladakh as the first choice, but frankly, since the release of 3 idiots, people have turned that heaven into a chaotic mess and it has started to give a feel of Shimla mall road on a long weekend.
Once a destination for wanderers and peace seekers has become more of a tourist spot, or you may say an item on everyone’s bucket list.
But those wanderers have moved on and so has the heaven to a little south, and it is called by the name – Spiti.
If you are wondering if the route is as beautiful as Manali-Leh. Then I would say it’s a little different but equally beautiful. Take a look at these
There are a lot of things to do while you are there
- Key Monastery
- Chandratal Lake
- Dhankar Monastery
- Pin National Park
- Kibber
- Shopping at Kaza
- Send a postcard from the highest post office
- Trekking
It is one of the biggest and oldest Monasteries in Spiti and hence is the most important tourist destination in this region. It enshrines idols of Buddha in Dhyana position and also has a collection of ancient books and murals.
The colour of water of this holy lake keeps changing from reddish to orange to blue to emerald green as the day ends.
This Monastery is situated on a cliff between Kaza and Tabo. An amazing view of the Spiti river can be seen from here. This Monastery has a statue of 'Vairocharan' displaying four statues of Buddha seated in the 4 directions, along with ancient paintings, murals and texts
The park joins the separate districts of Lahaul and Spiti. The elevation of the park ranges from about 3,500 metres near Ka Dogri to more than 6,000 metres at its pinnacle. The Pin Valley Park starts from Dhankar Gompa on the Tibetan border.
Winters are a perfect time if you are looking to trek the region and spot snow leopards, but be sure to get the required permits.
Kibber at an altitude of 4205m above sea level is one of the highest villages in the world. One can spend a day at the rest houses here, with the mountains watching over.
There isn't much to do, but the sceneries and landscapes around you, as well as the altitude will keep you fascinated. At a little distance from Kibber is Gette, the highest village in the world at a height of 4270 mt above sea level. Visit this village just to witness a settlement at this altitude and its overwhelming surroundings
If you want to buy souvenirs, Kaza is the perfect place for you.
The name of the village is Hikkim, rest you know what to do.
Spiti is the haven for adventure seekers and trekkers as it offers treks through some of the most unseen, dream-like landscapes, watched over by majestic sceneries.
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