If you are looking for an exotic location yet easily approachable for your honeymoon, than there cannot be a better place than Lahaul and Spiti. The largest district of Lahaul and Spiti lies towards the north east of Himachal Pradesh bordering Tibet. Pleasant climate, bright sunshine, lush valley, friendly people and lots of tourist attractions are the major draws for Honeymoon in Lahaul and Spiti.
Lahaul and Spiti were two different districts of Himachal Pradesh but came under one district in 1960. This district sits on top of Himachal Pradesh and is understandably the third least populous district in India. Located at an elevation of approximately 4300m, and surrounded by difficult mountain terrain it is a difficult place to reach but the sheer beauty and the exotic landscapes and lifestyle is worth the visit.
The geography of Lahaul and Spiti is so much removed from the rest of the country. The main inhabitants are the Tibetans and Indo-Aryans descent to some extend. Gaza the Capital of Spiti is known as 'little Tibet' because of its proximity with Tibet. Houses are also constructed in Tibetan style and it is one the main tourist attractions in the district. Lahaul and Spiti district is known for its heritage and ancient buildings and monasteries. Ki monastery the biggest and oldest monastery in Spiti trains around 300 lamas.
Harsh climatic condition and scarce rain allow only sparse vegetation to grow. Most of the place is barren. The exotic vegetation supports only few exotic and rare fauna like the Yaks, Dzos, Tibetan antelope, Argali, Kiangs, musk deer and mountain leopards, Ibex, brown bears, and foxes. Snow leopards are also rarely seen during winter at Lahaul valley.
Lahaul and Spiti's has jutting mountains and valleys which are riverbeds carved out by different rivers. Though vegetation is rare, even the sparsest area can be covered with wild flowers during summer. In winter the mountains remain covered with thick sheet of snows.
Tourist Attractions:
Spend your period of Honeymoon in Lahaul visiting major tourist places including Chandrataal, Darcha, Gondhla, Jispa, Keylong, Khoksar, Mrikula Devi Temple, Rohtang Pass, Sissu, Surajtaal, Tandi, Trilokinath Temple and Udaipur.Have a good time on Honeymoon in Spiti exploring Dhanker, Kaza, Kibber, Kunzum Pass, Kye, Lhalung, Lossar, Pin Valley and Tabo. Lahaul and Spiti are also known for some very beautiful monasteries. Take a look at these monasteries on Honeymoon in Lahaul and Spiti, namely, Ghemur, Guru Ghantal, Kardang, Shashur and Tahul in Lahaul Valley and Dhanker, Kibber, Kungri, Kye, Tabo and Tnagyud in Spiti Valley.
- Buddhist Monasteries is one of the main tourist attractions in Spiti. It is also known as the land of Lamas. There are many popular monasteries or Gompas spread all over Spiti. Some of them are:
- Kye Monastery is one of the oldest and most popular monasteries in Himachal Pradesh and even well known all over the World. It is home to some 300 lamas and is an important place for training lamas. This monastery is also home to rare paintings, and ancient musical instruments like trumpets, cymbals and drums. It turned 1000years in 2000.
- Tabo Monastary is referred as the ‘Ajanta of Himalayas’. Located at an elevation of 3050m, this was built in 10th Century and houses some rare collection of scriptures, pieces of arts and wall paintings.
- Spiti Valley known as the ‘Little Tibet’ is a valley amidst stern mountain cliffs. The Spiti River chiseled out this valley out of the mountains. It is a place rich with Buddhist and Tibetan cultures and traditions.
- Kibber Village is the World highest motorable Village. Kibber is only 38 Km from Tibet. The houses are made in such a way to counter the harsh climatic changes. They all look similar and they are strangely attractive.
- Keylong is the headquarter of this district. It is home to Government offices and main bazaar in Lahaul and Spiti. Better Rest house and other facilities are available here.
- Chandertal Lake is the source of river Chandar and is at an altitude of 4300m. The lake has a circumference of 2.5km and the crystal blue water at such an altitude is a pristine beauty. It is an important home for migratory birds in summer.
What to do: Trekking, Skiing and Yak Safari.
Where to Stay:
- Hotel Chanderbhaga , Keylong
- Hotel Spiti , Kaza
How to reach: Lahaul and Spiti is well connected with Shimla, which has both Train and Air travel facilities. Buses and Taxis are available from Shimla.
It can also be reached by Manali via Rohtang Pass.
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