Spiti Valley has long, winding roads and valleys that offer glimpses of desert and mountains. It is in Himachal Pradesh and bordered on all sides by the Himalayas. Spiti Valley has a height of around 12500 feet above sea level. Moreover, the valley gets just around 250 days of sunshine a year. The tour and travel firms can also provide you with deals to visit Spiti Valley. You can get Spiti packages from Delhi to visit here. These Lahaul and Spiti tour deals will be within your budget while allowing you to explore many places.
Key monastery
It is at a height of around 4000 meters above sea level. This gompa is very close to the Spiti River in the Spiti Valley of Himachal.
It is also known as Ki Gompa and was founded by Dromton. He was a student of the famous teacher Atisha in the 11th century. It has Buddha idols in Dhyana pose and a collection of ancient books and marvels. Moreover, it is a religious training center for around 300 lamas.
Chandratal Lake, the most gorgeous lake
It is at a height of approximately 4300 meters in the mighty Himalayas. This stunning lake is on the Samudra Tapu in the Lahaul region of Spiti district. The lake is also the source of the Chandra River.
Moreover, the Chandratal name, which means lake of the moon,” comes from its crescent shape. This lake is also one of the two high-altitude wetlands in India. Moreover, the color of the water in this holy lake keeps changing.
Kunzum Pass, a high mountain pass
Kunzum Pass is also called Kunzum La by the locals. It is also one of the highest motorable mountain passes in India. This pass is at a height of approximately 4500 meters above sea level. It also serves as a gateway to the gorgeous Spiti Valley via Kullu and Lahaul.
This pass is on the eastern Kunzum range of the Himalayas. The pass offers a scenic 360-degree view of the Bara Shigri glacier. Moreover, it offers jaw-dropping vistas of the Chandrabhaga range and views of the Spiti valley.
Dhankar lake
Dhankar Lake is at a distance of around 5 km from the Dhankar Monastery. This monastery sits dangerously on a cliff. The Dhankar lake lies on the other side of the mountain. You will need to take a trek of around an hour to reach the lake. The trail for the trek is well marked from the monastery to the lake.
You will also witness the sky changing colors if you spend enough time here. Moreover, the sky reflects on the lake, making it look more gorgeous. Therefore, it looks more spellbinding each time within an hour.
Pin Valley National Park
Pin Valley Park is amidst semi-frozen rivers in the Pin Valley. It is in the cold desert reserve in the Lahaul and Spiti districts. This park has a range of heights from around 3500 meters to 6000 meters. It is home to the rare species of Himalayan snow leopard and its prey.
The park is also famous for its trek, which is a delight for its tourists. Moreover, the snowfall makes this trek a more thrilling experience. The park is home to more than 20 species of flora and fauna.
Kibber, a small village
Kibber is also known as Kyibar. It is a small village in Spiti Valley, at a height of around 4200 meters. This town is surrounded by scenic mountains and a barren landscape. It is also the highest village with a motorable road. This village is famous for the local monastery and Kibber Wildlife Park. You can spend a day at the rest house here while watching mountains.
This town has a feature that is around 40 similar-looking houses covered in Tibetan artwork. Moreover, there are many nearby towns worth exploring for their ancient culture and pretty views.
Suraj Tal Lake, the third largest lake
Suraj Tal is at a height of approximately 4900 meters above sea level. It is also considered the third-largest lake in India. The Suraj Tal, in its literal sense, means the lake of the Sun God. This stunning lake is below the Baralacha Pass and a must-visit place while here.
Moreover, it is one of the most dreamlike and photogenic lakes. It is a belief that a dip in this lake can clear your sins. The lake is a place for people who are religious and thrill lovers too.
Why planning for a Lahaul Spiti tour
The places of Lahaul and Spiti valleys are blessed with nature. You will find many gompas, a wildlife park, gardens, lakes, and scenic mountains here. The Lahaul Spiti tour will introduce you to the mighty Himalayas and their glory. These are some of the top sights to visit when you are here.
Moreover, these places will allow you to indulge in their beauty through camping and trekking.
