Kinnaur

Get ready to explore the mesmerizing beauty of Kinnaur, the fourth-most important mountain peak of Five ranges of Shiva! It's famously known as the abode of Lord Shiva and is believed to be the place where Shivan Parvathi couples reside. As you explore the high region of the Himalayas, you'll come across a variety of vegetation, including fir, pine, rhododendron, apricot, apple, chestnut, oak, and maple. The Ribba village of the district, with its panoramic view of Jorkanden Peak at an elevation of about 6473m, is the perfect place to calm your senses and find your inner self. If you're an adventure buff, the Rakchham village will treat you to a wide range of recreational activities to brighten up your inner happiness. Plus, this village is abundant with rich saffron farms that you shouldn't miss. Kalpa, another beautiful townlet with some magnificent monasteries and temples, is a must-visit place to kick off your holidays. A 3-hour trek to Chakka Point from Kalpa village is filled with spruce and cedar forests crossing the Chini village is a wonderful experience for trek lovers.

Kinnaur City Guide

Reckong Peo, the market plaza of Kinnaur district, is a sight to behold in the morning, as sunlight tears up the blue sky and creates blue-colored rays when it hits the ground. Peo is also the base for the locals' spiritual tour to the sacred Shivalinga, an 80-foot-high rock pillar. Remember to explore the Nako village, which looks like a place straight out of a Disney cartoon. You'll be mesmerized by the beauty of the pristine Nako Lake, and the village is believed to have been founded in the 11th century. If you're looking for a green village, Nichar is the place to be. Its home to natural water bodies where you can spot some gorals, antelopes, and red and brown bears. And if you want to explore some important fauna of Himachal, you need to get prior permission to enter the Lipa-Asrang wildlife sanctuary, where casual tourists are not allowed. So plan your trip to Himachal and don't forget to add this spectacular Kinnaur district to your list of places to visit.

Nearby Attractions:

Kamru Fort, Chitkul, Rupin Pass, Kinnaur Kailash, Kalpa, Sangla, Rakchham, Baspa River, Mathi Temple, Reckong peo, Nichar, Ribba, Shree Bairing Nag Ji Temple, Narayan Nagini Temple, Nako.

Best time to visit:

April to October are the best months to visit the valley. During the winter, the temperature falls below the freezing point.

How to reach

By Air : Shimla’s Jubbarhatti Airport is the nearest to Kinnaur.

By Train :Shimla Railway Station is the nearest to the place. Trains available from Delhi to Kalka also operate.

By Road :Public and private transportation is available from Shimla, Rampur, and many major sites.

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