Kinnaur

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Locations :

Lattitude: 31.6510° N,
Longitude: 78.4752° E
Best Time to Visit : April to October

Weather :

Summer : 10°C to 20°C
Winter : -13°C to 5°C
Monsoon : 4°C to 15°C

Kinnaur is a district in located in Himanchal Pradesh with its administrative headquarters located at Reckong Peo. The altitude of Kinnaur varies from 2,320 to 6,816 meters. Due to its high altitude the summers are short, and Winters are long and cold. Kinnaur is famous for Kinnaur Kailash which falls on Indo-Tibetan border.  The history of Kinnaur dates to Mauryan Empire during the 6th century BCE. Kinnaur is known for its scenic beauty and amazing views of Himalayas. Some famous places to visit in Kinnaur are Reckong Peo, which is headquarters of Kinnaur district and is known for apple orchids and deodars, Sarahan which is known for its scenic views and hidden valleys, Nako a small village located in Kinnaur which is heaven for trekkers, the green fields of Namgya, Ribba which is known for producing Grapes and distilled alcohol along with Pine Nut or Chilgoza, and Moorang which features apricot orchids. 

Main Attractions
  • Kinnaur Kailash:  It is one of the most beautiful mountains in the Kinnaur district of Himachal Pradesh. Located at the height of 6050 meters above the sea level, Kinnaur Kailash considered as one of the most sacred mountains for Hindus as well as Buddhist. Kinnaur Kailash is the prime attraction of this town.
  • Narayan-Nagini temple: Located on the top of a hill at Chini Village, Narayan-Nagini temple is one of the major attractions of the Kinnaur. The temple was constructed in traditional Tibetan Pagoda style of architecture.
  • Reckong Peo: It is the district headquarter of Kinnaur district, located at an altitude of 2,290 meters above the sea level. This is one of the most beautiful town of Kinnaur, which offers the panoramic view of Kinner Kailash. From the town you may also view the stretch of Raldang peak (5499 m) during the sunny days. A Buddhist Monasteries is also located in the Reckong Peo town.
  • Chandika Temple: Chandika Temple is one of the major temple of Kinnaur, which is located in Kothi village, at about 3kms from Reckong Peo. The temple is dedicated to Goddess Chandika Devi. It is said to be that she was the daughter of the demon Banasur, who presided over Kinnaur. This beautiful temple is surrounded by lush green forests of deodar and splendid snowcapped mountain peaks.
  • Bhaba Valley: The Bhaba Valley is one of the most popular tourist attraction of Kinnaur. It is in the east of river Sutlej, in Kinnaur district. It is one of the favorite trekking destination of this region. The valley offers the splendid view of the picturesque surroundings.
  • Roghi Village: Roghi Village is one of the most picturesque village in Kinnaur District. It is located about 8kms away from Kalpa. This village is known for its ethnic culture and tradition and the apple orchards, enjoy the nature walk through the enchanting surroundings.
  • Lipa-Asrang Sanctuary: Lipa-Asrang Sanctuary is one of the must visit tourist attraction of Kinnaur district, situated at a height of 4,000-5,022 meters above the sea level. The sanctuary is spread over about 31 sq km., which was declared a wildlife sanctuary in in 1962. It is the home of yaks, leopards, blue sheep, brown bear, musk deer, ibex, gorals etc.
  • Baspa River: The Baspa River is one of the major tourist attraction of Kinnaur District. The river arises near the Indo-Tibetan border and forms the Baspa Valley. The river is surrounded by lush green pine and oak forest, which offers the breathtaking view the amazing nature in the form of apple orchards, streams, snow-capped mountains etc. Baspa River is also popular for its large variety of fishes; hence fishing is another major charm of this place.
  • Rakchham Chitkul Wildlife Sanctuary:  It is one of the most popular wildlife sanctuary of Kinnaur. Rakchham Chitkul Wildlife Sanctuary is situated at an elevation of 3200 to 5486m above sea level. It is the home of large number of the diverse species such as the blue sheep, Himalayan black bear, snow leopard, musk deer and goral are found here.
  • Buddhist Monastery: Also known as Brelengi Gompa, which is situated near the Reckong Peo in Brelengi. The Buddhist Monastery was built in 1992. It was established for facilitating the Dalai Lama to perform the Kalachakra ceremony by the Mahabodhi Society. It exhibits modern Buddhist edifice.
  • Kamru Fort: Kamru Fort is one of the most popular tourist attraction of Kinnaur district. It is one of the oldest Fort of Himachal Pradesh. Situated at the height of 2600 m above sea level. It has various gates with a picture of Lord Buddha at the main gate of the fort. The unique features of this fort are a beautiful image of Lord Buddha on the Fort's Main Gate and an Image of Kamkhya Devi.
  • Kalpa: Kalpa is a small and picturesque town located on the banks of Sutlaj River in Kinnaur district. This picturesque town is situated at an elevation of 2960 meters above the sea level. It is renowned for its apple orchards. The town is inhabited by Kinnauri people, they follow a syncretism of Hinduism and Buddhism both languages. A number of temples in Kalpa are dedicated to both Hindu and Buddhist gods and goddesses.
  • Sangla Valley: Sangla Valley is one of the most beautiful town in the Kinnaur District of Himachal Pradesh. This beautiful town is located on the banks of river Bapsa at an elevation of around 8900 ft above sea level. The valley is surrounded by streams, snowcapped mountains and lush green landscapes.
  • Rakchham Village: Situated at about 15kms away from Chitkul, Rakchham Village is one of the most beautiful of Himachal Pradesh. This beautiful village is situated along the bank of River Baspa.
  • Nako:  Nako is one of the one of the splendid village of Himachal Pradesh. It is situated at about 3 kms above the Hangrang valley road and is 119 kms from Kalpa on the western direction of the Pargial Mountains. Nako village is the highest village in Kinnaur valley. A lake, which is formed by the masses of the ice and snow enhanced the beauty to the village.
  • Sarahan: It is a small scenic village in Himachal Pradesh, which is known as the gateway of Kinnaur, located near the old Indo-Tibetan Road. The town is renowned for Bhimakali Temple also called as Bhimadevi Temple. The temple is devoted to the goddess Bhimakali, presiding deity of the rulers of the former Bushahr State.
  • Ribba: Located at an elevation of 3745m above sea level, Ribba is a small and picturesque village in Kinnaur district. It is known for Pine Nut or Chilgoza. It is also known for producing Grapes and distilled alcohol.
  • Batseri: Located at the left bank of Baspa River, Batseri is a small and beautiful village in Kalpa. It is renowned for its breathtaking surroundings and splendid landscapes. Here you can also enjoy the shopping at local markets and buy handmade handicrafts such as shawls, and Kinnauri caps etc.
  • Moorang: It is remote and beautiful village in Pooh Tehsil in Kinnaur District, which is situated at an altitude of 3591m above sea level. It is known for its scenic beauty and orchards of apricot and Kamru fort, which is the oldest fort of Himachal Pradesh. 
 


Shopping
  • Handicrafts Emporiums
  • Local Market
 
Things To Do
Places to Worship:
 
  • Chandika Temple Kothi
  • Mathi Temple at Chhitkul
  • Maheshwar Temple at Sungra
  • Chango Temples at Chango
  • Rarang Monastery at Rarang
  • Narayan Nagini Temple
  • Chini gao Monastery
  • Bhimakali Temple
  • Hu-Bu-Lan-Kar monastery
  • Durga Temple at Ropa
  • Charang Temple
  • Brelengi Gompa at Brelengi near Peo
  • Nako Monastery
Places of Entertainment:
 
There are no Malls, amusement parks and multiplex are available in Kinnaur. 
 
Getting There
  • By Air- The nearest airport is the Chandigarh airport which is a distance of  393.3km away from the Kinnaur. It is well connected with all major cities of India.
  • By Train- The nearest major railway Station is Kalka, which is located at the distance of about357kms from Kinnaur. The Kalka railway station is well connected with all major cities of India.  Another small railway station is Shimla, which is located at 271.5kms from Kinnaur. Shimla is connected through toy train from Kalka.
  • By Road- Kinnaur is well connected with all major cities of Himachal Pradesh as well as the major cities in North India. Regular buses and taxi services are available from Shimla and Rampur to Kinnaur.
 
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