Sar Pass: Bypass Kasol & Tosh to Find Bliss
Sar Pass is a multiday trek from Kasol via Grahan.
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Himachal Pradesh
Dainkund Trek: Towards Pohlani Mata Mandir
The Dainkund Peak Trek starting point is located close to Rakhed, around 13-14 KMs from Dalhousie town. It’s at an altitude of around 2200 meters with the Pohlani Mata Temple & clear views of Manimahesh Kailash.
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Raila: Twin Towers of Dhaliyara Kothi & Bhatkanda Meadows
Raila region is somewhat secluded from the main Shangarh -Shanshar route of Sainj Valley. The diversion is at some point between Sainj and Ropa. There are many villages here and primary attractions are it’s tower temples and some open meadows higher up.
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Manu Rishi Temple Shanshar: A Fair & Five Hitchhikes
Shanshar is one of the remote sub valleys of Sainj Valley. The best known attraction here is the Manu Rishi Temple, where we attended the yearly Shanu Mela.
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Dakhrain Festival at Hudan Lake: Pangi Valley
Dakhrain of Pangi Valley is the festival connected to a devil known as Tunta Rakshas. It takes place on 18th July at Hudan lake beyond Hudan Bhatori village..
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Bijli Mahadev Temple: Trek to the Lightning Shiva of Kullu
Bijli Mahadev is a Temple Trek in Kullu district of Himachal Pradesh. At the end of a short day trek, you reach the eponymous temple that’s connected to certain origin myths of the region.
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Spiti Valley Travel Guide: Cold Desert with Warm Hospitality
A comprehensive guide for touring Spiti Valley for backpackers and budget travellers including information on routes, top places to see, things to do, offbeat places, homestays, hostels, public transport, etc.
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Khangsar Khar: Citadel Beyond the Bhaga
Khangsar Khar is basically a large, multi-storied heritage building in Lahaul that is more than 200 years old. 17 Kms northwards of Keylong, It can be called a citadel, fort, or palace, depending on how one looks at it.
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Hillu-Twan: The Edge of Saichu Valley
Hillu and Twan are Buddhist villages beyond Saichu in Pangi Valley, just a couple of kilometers away from each other. The motorable roads now connect till Hillu while the road to Twan is still being built.
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Sural Bhatori Waterfall Hike: An Autumnal Rejuvenation
Click to read about a hike to the waterfall beyond Sural Bhatori, delights of autumn colours in the valley, and a taste of Pangwali cuisine.
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Bashleo Pass Trek: Towards Summer Snow
Trek to Bashleo Pass, a low altitude pass at 3300 mts located in the ecozone of the Great Himalayan National Park (GHNP), connecting Bathad and Kullu Sarahan.
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Si Lha Gompa, Tinan Valley
Si Lha is an offbeat Gompa near Gondhla Village in Titan Valley of Lahaul that can be reached after a short hike.
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