Introduction
Located in the Northern state of Himachal Pradesh, ‘Spiti Valley’ or ‘Lahaul-Spiti’ as it is alternatively known, is a cold desert mountain valley famous for its panoramic landscape and unexplored tourist spots. The word ‘Spiti’ literally translates into ‘middle-land’ in English, as it signifies the land between Tibet and India.
One of the most sparsely populated regions in India, Spiti Valley is predominantly home to the Vajrayana Buddhism followers. Also regarded as the gateway to the mystical Ladakhi region, Lahaul-Spiti is directly accessible only by road for the general public during the summer months of April to October.
The Spiti Valley is surrounded by high mountain ranges on both sides as it is separated from the Kullu Valley in Himachal Pradesh by the Rohtang Pass (13,054 feet or 3979m), and Lahaul and Spiti are separated by the Kunzum Pass (15,059 feet or 4590m). Both the mountain passes are connected by the Leh-Manali national highway which often gets disconnected during the winter months due to excessive snowfall.
Due to its isolated nature, the region is ideal for offbeat travelers who want to experience pristine natural beauty, breathtaking flora and fauna, and rich cultural history preserved over centuries in this land frozen in time.
Top Attractions In Spiti Valley
Suraj Tal
Suraj Tal or Surya Lake, meaining the ‘Lake of the Sun God’, is a sacred waterbody located very close to the Baralacha Pass in Spiti Valley. The Pass is considering to be a...
Nako Lake
Situated next to the Nako Village in Kinnaur District, Himachal Pradesh, Nako Lake is a charming and secluded lake that is yet another gem hidden in the countless towering mountains of...
Kunzum Pass
Kunzum Pass or ‘Kunzum La’ as it is known in tibetan language is a high mountain pass that connects Lahaul Valley and Spiti Valley at 15,060 feet (4590 m) above sea level. ...
Spiti River
Originating from the Kunzum mountain range at 16000 ft above sea level, Spiti river is the lifeline of the Spiti Valley. Multiple streams flowing in from Pin Valley National Park also ...
Chicham Bridge
Travelers who love the road need to add this incredible bridge of their bucket list. At a dizzying altitude of 13,596 feet above sea level, Chicham Bridge is declared as the highest br...
Komik
Komik is yet another place for sightseeing that falls right in the alley of adventure travelers. This tiny village at altitude of 15,027 feet above sea level was the highest village wi...
Hikkim
An ordinary village in the state of Himachal Pradesh in India with an extraordinary world record. Located at the height of 4400m above sea level, Hikkim is one of the highest villages ...
Giu Mummy
When any person talks about mummies, the first thing that pops into the minds of people are the Egyptian mummies wrapped in tape and trapped in coffins. However, travelers visiting Spi...
Dhankar Lake
After an uphill climb of 1.5km from the Dhankar Village, is the freshwater Dhankar Lake located at a height of 13500 m above sea level. The pristine lake is not only a tourist attracti...
Tabo Caves
Located just above the ancient Tabo Monastery, the 1000 year-old Tabo Caves are a sight to behold for people who love to explore and venture into the unknown. The caves were created ar...
Religious Places To Visit In Spiti Valley
Komik Monastery
Situated 18 km from the popular Spiti Valley town of Kaza, Komik Monastery is built in the small village of Komik in Himachal Pradesh. Perched at a dizzying altitude of 15,000 feet abo...
Kungri Monastery
A monastery of the Nyingma sect of Tibetan Buddhism, Kungri Gompa is located in the Pin Valley in Spiti National Park. Also regarded as the second oldest monastery built in Spiti, this...
Tayul Monastery
Also called Lhalung and Located merely 6 km from the town of Keylong in the Spiti Valley in Himachal Pradesh, Tayul Monastery is an artistic rendition to the 17th Century murals and st...
Shashur Monastery
Situated 137 km from Manali was yet another gem hidden in the Spiti Valley of Himachal Pradesh- the Shashur Monastery. The Gompa is famous for large and artistic Buddhist artwork known...
Kardang Monastery
A world famous Monastery of the Drukpa Lineage, the Kardang Monastery is a blissful place of worship located in the village of Kardang in the Lahaul and Spiti District. Along with a hu...
Sakya Tangyud Monastery
Built near the town of Kaza in Himachal Pradesh, the Sakya Tangyud Gompa is built like a fortified military structure on the edge of a mountain with significantly tall mud walls. This ...
Tabo Monastery
Founded over 1000 years ago, Tabo Monastery is one of the oldest and most divine Buddhist religious structures built in the Indo-Tibetan region. The magnificent Monastery complex has b...
Key Monastery
Founded more than a 1000 years ago by Dromton, Key Gompa Monastery located in the Lahaul and Spiti district of Himachal Pradesh. Key Monastery or Kye Gompa is an absolutely transcenden...
Major activities To Do In Spiti Valley
Camping
Travellers can camp at night on the shore of famous chandratal lake and suraj taal lake which will be one different experience in total with high elevation outdoor camping and sleeping...
Shopping in Kaza
Travelers staying in Kaza city have a great opportunity of shopping for items that are a speciality of the Spiti Valley. Since the region is mostly cold and faces harsh climate, items ...
Send a postcard
After traveling for 40 km from Kaza, travelers will arrive at the Hikkim Village- the village with the highest post office in the world. An interesting day-trip beckons for travelers w...
Fossil Hunting
Probably the only site in India that offers the experience of Fossil hunting, Langza village is a unique prehistoric location in Spiti Valley. Located merely a 14 km ride from Kaza, th...
Meditation
An interesting way of getting immersed and knowing more about the Indo-Tibet Buddhism is via visiting the most influential and popular monasteries in Spiti Valley. Meditate in 5 of the...
Stargazing
With a vast and empty landscape, the moon land of Spiti is the ideal place for stargazing and camping in the open and wild nature. Thanks to its overwhelmingly isolated location, there...
Yak Safari
If not by foot, then yaks it should be. The most reliable and fastest source of transportation in Spiti Valley, Yaks are a key lifeline of the meagre and scant economy of Spiti. A ride...
Trekking
Trekking in a valley that is cut off from the Indian mainland for 6 months due to snow is definitely worth exploring for its unspoiled natural treasures. Filled with countless lakes, a...
Discover Spiti Valley
Jispa
Situated just 20 kms north of Keylong, Jispa is a village in the Lahaul district of Himachal Pradesh. A famous stop-over for people making the journey from Manali to Leh or vice versa,...
Keylong
Located in the Lahaul and Spiti District, Keylong is the administrative town of the Spiti Valley. Situated right along the Leh-Manali highway, at a distance of merely 126 km from Manal...
Chandratal
A paradise for travelers who love to camp and trek, Chandratal Lake is often referred to as one of the most beautiful lakes in the mighty Himalayas. The lake has been named so due to t...
Losar
Some call it the perfect village for a nomadic traveler, some call the end of the world, and some call it the coldest village in Spiti Valley, Losar has often attracted travelers for m...
Dhankar Village
Set in one of the most scenic backgrounds a traveler will ever come across, Dhankar is a surreal village situated at the height of 3894 metres above sea level. The main attraction of t...
Pin Valley
Located by the semi frozen streams, Pin Valley National Park is a rich bio reserve of rare, unique and endangered flora and fauna, making it one of the most thrilling places to see in ...
Langza
Situated 16 kms North of Kaza, Langza is a tiny village in the Spiti district of Himachal Pradesh famous for its fossil hunting. Due to its close proximity to the China border, most of...
Kibber
Travelers who have the craze for stargazing and photography need not look around any further as Kibber is the best place for them in the entire Spiti Valley. Located at a dizzying alti...
Kaza
Once eloquently described by the legendary writer Rudyard Kipling as a “world within a world”, Kaza is the main architect of the Spiti Valley charm, grace, and intrigue. Ho...
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