Description
Popularly known as the 'Little Tibet', Spiti Valley in Himachal Pradesh lies at the heights of the Himalayan Mountains. At a height of 12,500 feet above sea level, Spiti Valley takes pride in being one of the most beautiful places in the country. Every year, thousands of tourists visit the place due to its unforgettable scenic beauty and the calmness offered by mighty nature. The fascinating valleys of Spiti will definitely ooze you out with its frozen landscapes and dry lush green patches all over it. The cold desert place is home to some of the most popular Buddhist monasteries and is also highly rich in Tibetan and Buddhist culture. The bliss of nature is perfectly reflected in every corner of the Spiti Valley. Be it a plan with family, friends, or your partner, Spiti Valley can definitely be a great spot for lifetime memories. Solo travellers have also made their way to the Spiti Valley in Himachal Pradesh. You may also reach Spiti on a mountain bike as several do (of course with proper protection). As it is a place on the heights of mountains, the beauty of nature is what you can enjoy the most. The astounding Buddhist monastery further increases the beauty of the place. No wonder it is also known as Little Tibet. You can also enjoy river rafting amid huge mountains, camping along the riverside is yet another unforgettable memory, and to give a shot to your thirst for the thrill, you may also try trekking to the Dhankar Lake. Visited heavily by tourists in Kullu, the Spiti Valley is one of the famous places in Himachal Pradesh. Spiti Valley is a cold desert mountain valley located 412 km away from Shimla. There are many places to visit in Spiti Valley. A few of these are Komic Village, Langza Village, Lhalung Monastery, Tabo Caves, and Tabo Monastery. Tabo Monastery is one of the oldest monasteries in the world and a favourite of the Dalai Lama. Spiti is a second home to many Gaddi sheep and goat herders (the nomadic tribe of Himachal) who come to this valley in summer for grazing their animals from the surrounding villages.
