6 Best and Must Visit Places in Himachal Pradesh

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6 must visit places in Himachal Pradesh

With snow-capped peaks and roaring river valleys, Himachal Pradesh is India’s land of adventure and zest! From trekking to river rafting to relaxing while sipping hot masala chai, Himachal is the place where everything can be done. Every place is an experience in itself, every valley is a paradise in itself! Himachal is built on folklore and its people and long-lived stories. From the legendary yet small town of Shimla to the humongous yet peaceful peaks of Dharamshala, you can live it like living in paradise.

With bustling towns and hustling people, Himachal has become a popular tourist destination but little do tourists know about the hidden lands of adventure, unexplored valleys and breathtaking scenery! This year, Himachal is growing extremely popular among travellers, bikers and adventurers! The spotless beauty and wonders of mountains are a path, a journey to a magical land where things are just like you want them to be.

These 6 untouched, unexplored and unimaginable places are for offbeat, real travellers and adventurers who wouldn’t miss a chance at checking these places out!

#1. Kasol

Amidst the Himalayan Mountains lies the small town of Kasol in Kullu. The serene little village is 42 km away from the Bhuntar Airport offering a treat for the mind and the soul. There are plenty of mini treks and hikes and accessible valleys from the town! The peaceful village offers enchanting views of the Himalayan ranges and the warm people of the town take up more than a huge part of your hearts! The best time to visit Kasol is between the months of April and June.

#2. Malana

Known as the ‘Greece of India’, Malana is a beautiful village in Kullu Valley of Himachal Pradesh. It is one of the most ancient villages of Himachal and lives on folklore and tales. Malana has drawn a lot of hashish lovers from all around the world, and it is an open secret about Malana that they have the best charas or cannabis resin .

There are lots of things to do in Malana- from trekking through the alpine pastures and forests with enthralling landscapes to visiting the Chanderkhani pass and be ensnared by the mesmerizing beauty of Kheer Ganga! It has grown popular due to its serenity yet roaring peaks of the town.

#3. Hampta Pass

An ensnaring crossover trek from Manali to Spiti, Hampta Pass is the best for a first-time adventurer! It is convenient, yet gives you the thrills of a lifetime! The trek leaves you awestruck and on one side of the pass lies the lush green Kullu valley and on the other side is the stark opposite desert valley of Lahaul. While returning from the trek, the drive is over the famous Rohtang Pass which is a cherry on the top on the list of attractions of this trek.

#4. Kheerganga

Nestled in the valley of Parvati, far away from the chaos of the city lies Kheerganga, a small town full of adventure. What could be more beautiful and wonderful than being in the lap of the Himalayas, getting soaked in the greenery of forests and walking up and down the narrow trails of these humongous mountains? The explorer in you is going to gasp as you experience the roar of the valley.

#5. Churah Valley

Here’s a challenge for all the bikers and riders! Churah valley is one of the most underrated and unexplored destinations in Himachal! Tucked away in a quiet corner of Chamba, it connects Jammu and Kashmir from its other end. Bike riders adrenaline rushes like the gushing river in the valley. It is a thrilling and mind-boggling experience for all those who visit!

#6. Barot

Barot is a part of the Uhl river valley and a small village in Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh. It is known to be a diamond in the rough terrains and is a mountain lover’s dream! It is an ideal destination for a rugged outdoor adventure. Barot Valley trek, camping, and fishing are some of the popular activities in this area.

#7. Churdhar

If you’re thinking what it means, ‘Dressed in the moonlight’ is the literal translation of the word ‘Churdhar’ and it accurately describes the place! The night swallows the sun with a beautiful picture of the mountains basking in the glory of the moon. A trek from Sarain leads you through mystical and enchanting deodar forests to the ancient temple of Srigul. The 48 km long trek is absolutely worth every heartbeat as time here, seems still and peace seems eternal.

This is what Himachal does to us! It never lets us settle! There’s something for everyone, from explorers to adventurers and relaxers! There’s a place for all, an adventure for all, a story for all!

So let’s start our own adventure and narrate our own stories.