Top Things to do in Lahaul and Spiti District
What to do and see in Lahaul and Spiti District, Himachal Pradesh: The Best Things to do
Discover the best top things to do in Lahaul and Spiti District, India including Key Monastery, Kunzum Pass, Pin Valley National Park, Lahaul Valley, Suraj Tal, Tabo Monastery, Dhankar Gompa, Kibber Village, Hikkim, Langza.
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1. Key Monastery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 53 reviews
Reviewed By vipulsharma_dorian - New Delhi, India
This place is iconic, serene, beautifully calm and relaxing, there are meditation Chambers created really a long while ago, there a school near it, there are a lot of monks, functions, just a lot of things that would make you feel relaxed, calm and composed. You should definitely meditate here for a while, there are monks guide and tell about the history of the place that really fascinating (they speak multiple languages) do have the herbal tea that they offer, do make a donation as a good will. Photography at certain points is prohibited so please respect that. Do talk to the monks they'll tell you all about the amazing history of Key monastery. Also, there is a spot where you can hike to and get an amazing view of the monastery with the whole valley, it's a 15-20 mins hike, I'll share the photos as well.
2. Kunzum Pass
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 45 reviews
Reviewed By AakashK190 - New Delhi, India
It's was July 2019 when we crossed this pass enroute chandertal. We were the first group of bikers that season to cross this pass. The feeling was amazing. Beautiful landscapes on the way to pass. After the losar check post as soon you start riding on this pass the feeling is amazing, though the roads are bad but it's worth it.
3. Pin Valley National Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 55 reviews
Reviewed By AakashK190 - New Delhi, India
The roads are bad as soon you cut off from the main highway towards kaza. The trail has amazing landscapes along the way. We stayed at mudh which is the farthest we could go. The landscapes are amazing from there.
4. Lahaul Valley
5. Suraj Tal
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 39 reviews
Reviewed By sanaser
Suraj Tal lake is also known as lake of Sun God is situated in the upper Himalayan zone in the Lahul & Spiti valley of Himachal Pradesh. It is the third highest lake in India located at a height of 4950 m above sea level. The lake is surrounded by mesmerized ice clad mountains. After visiting Deepak Tal our car moved towards Bara-la-cha-la Pass. It took more than two hours to travel from Keylong to Bara-la-cha-la Pass and the Surj Tal lake lies just below the Pass. When we reached near the lake it was drizzling and blowing cold wind . All of a sudden the weather became bad so we couldn't spend more time near the lake. Captured the scenic beauty of lake with sterile blue water in our camera from the car. The spellbound beauty of Suraj Tal captivates and refreshes the whole journey of us.
6. Tabo Monastery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 118 reviews
Reviewed By Nanakolkata
Very recently during my early June’19 visit to Spiti Valley, Himachal Pradesh, it was my privilege to visit this great monastery. Situated at a height of ~3,000mts. I have no hesitation in accepting my lack of knowledge about this wonderful heritage of our country. Established in 996 CE its unique painting and murals took my breath away. The old enclosure of the monastery is a must see for one and all, because there is no parallel to the magnificent painting and murals on the walls. Hundreds of painting describing various aspects of the Life of Buddha. Painted with only naturally occurring natural dyes and pigments itself mark it uniqueness. The dark alley for walking around the deity had no light [No electricity till date] and painting were drawn in the light of the burning oil lamps. One can view the paintings and statues with the help of a torch provided on request. No photography is allowed and even mobile phone is not allowed. I spend nearly an hour just to get a glimpse and wished all the while for more time. The entry and timing is restricted. Condition of dyes and pigments are still quite amazingly excellent barring a few which show signs of deterioration. The finesse of the work can match the work of Ajanta. It primarily belongs to two distinct period, one in around 700 AD and second ones around 16-17th century?? Even the calmness of the complex made me offer my prayers to achieve overall peace for all human, animal and plant lives. There is no entry fee. The monastery depends on donations and they sell posters/postcards etc. for raising money to help Spitian children. The structure and statues are made of mud-bricks and/or wood. I can only wish that more interested tourists from India and abroad visit this monastery and help its cause with willful donations. The outer and later period complex is nicely preserved and in tune with the earlier architecture. It has been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
7. Dhankar Gompa
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 99 reviews
Reviewed By SudakshinaD6 - Kolkata (Calcutta), India
Dhankar_the unforgettable terrain, located at 12776 ft from sea level at Spiti, Himachal Pradesh. A beautiful village with ancient Buddhist gumpha and monastery and a lake. Number of houses are 68 here. We l, group of friends stayed at Dhankar heights, a very well maintained hotel with all amenities and with a marvellous view.
8. Kibber Village
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 219 reviews
Reviewed By Madhurimadarisi
It looked like any other village in Spiti. What made it different was the experience. As we walked through the desolate street, an old lady called us in. She and her family were very welcoming. They made us a hot beverage that warmed us up from inside. They were roasting their barley to store it up for the winter. They told us stories about their village and we left, feeling blessed.
9. Hikkim
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 99 reviews
Reviewed By Madhurimadarisi
A lot of people were making their way to the world's highest post office. As we reached the spot, there a few young lads and ladies who had set up tables with colourful markers, pens and post cards. We bought a set of post cards and started to recollect the postal addresses of all our near and dear ones. It is amusing that the post office has been in existence for the longest time, however, it has come to the world's attention in the past decade. I speak to the post master, who has been working there for 17 years, he comments that the rush has increased in last 6-7 years. All my near and dear ones really felt special when they received post cards from the world's highest post office. If you're in the area, it's a must go place.
10. Langza
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 110 reviews
Reviewed By Madhurimadarisi
We drove through the chilly air to reach the gigantic Buddha statue in Langza. Amidst the snow clad mountains, the statue sits majestically braving the chilly air. It is an amazing spot for clicking good pictures. Langza is known as the fossil village, as the mountains there contain fossilized stones and can be naturally be found. A few girls came up to the statue selling the fossils they had collected. Once we made our purchase, I initiated a conversation. Shy at first, they told me about their way of life and also played hide and seek with me. All in all, an amazing experience
