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Kinnaur
is situated on the Indo Tibetan border. It is bordered by Tibet to
the East and Garhwal, Himalyas to the South. This stunning place is
at a distance of 200km from Shimla. It houses the river Satluj that
flows through the high mountains. The river rises on the southern
slopes of Kailash Mountain, near Mansarovar in Tibet and passes
through the Kinnaur valley. Most of the villages in Kinnaur have a
gompa (temple).
PRIME ATTRACTIONS
Sarahan: Sarhan
is famous as the gateway to Kinnaur and is at a distance of 40 km
from Rampur. The route to this place passes via Jeori on National
Highway No. 22. This scintillating beauty is placed at a height of
1920 meters. One of the very famous attractions of this place is the
centuries-old Bhima Kali temple. It was previously, the old capital
of Rampur. Nearby lies Bushehar, a small exotic village sandwiched
between apple orchards.
Bhaba Valley: It
is a fascinating valley along the Bhaba river. The link road to this
place originates from Wangtu. With beautiful landscapes and scenic
beauty, the alpine meadows and the reservoir lake form the best
places for avid trekkers.
Rampur: Rampur
is located on the banks of the river Satluj and commences its flow
from the Mansarovar in Tibet. Towards the west, gorgeous wide
terraces of this river extend upto Tattapani. Here, the most coveted
hot springs are present. The place hosts the annual Lavi fair, which
is an important event for the locals and thousands throng to this
place during the festival. The festival becomes lively with cultural
activities, sports and colourful markets graciously displaying
shawls and handicrafts and dry fruits.
Karcham:
The
exquisite town is placed at a height of 1899 meters and lies at the
confluence of the Satluj and Baspa rivers. The beautiful and serene
Sangla valley is 18 kilometres from the Karcham.
Moorang: Moorang
is 26 km from Powari. This village is famous for its apricot
orchards. Placed at a fearful altitude of 2276 meters. A small
surrounded by high mountains on three sides, it houses an ancient
fascinating fort.
Recong Peo: Also
known as simply Peo, this wonderful place is 260 km from Shimla and
7 km from Powari. Recong Peo provides a scenic view of the Kinner
Kailash.
Kalpa: 14
kms from Powari, this place is connected by link road. It is 84 kms
from Rampur, at an altitude of 2759 meters. It offers a spectacular
view of Kinner Kailash ranges.
Sangla: Sangla
Valley is well placed at an altitude of 2860 meters. The Tehsil
village is the largest in Sangla and is 18 km from Karchham. The
Kamru village resides at a distance of 2 kms from Sangla and is 2800
meters high giving a marvellous view of the fertile Sangla valley.
Chitkul: Chitkul,
the last and most inhabited village in Sangla Valley, is 26 kms from
here and is 3450 meters above the sea level. It lies on the banks of
the river Baspa. The alpine meadows and snow-capped mountains here
add to the extravagant beauty of this place.
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