About Tirthan Valley
Best time to visit Tirthan Valley
How to reach Tirthan Valley?
By Air
The closest airport to Tirthan Valley is Bhuntar Airport (also known as Kullu-Manali Airport), which is situated around 50 km away from the valley. From the airport tourists can opt for bus or taxi till Tirthan Valley.
By Train
Those tourists who are planning to come by train, the nearest railway station is Chandigarh railway station, which is around 250 km away from Tirthan Valley. From here tourists will have to take a bus or taxi till Manali and the further to Tirthan Valley.
By Road
If you are travelling from Delhi, tourists can get direct state or private buses from Delhi to Manali, from here tourists will have to take a bus or taxi till Tirthan Valley. If you are travelling from Chandigarh, tourists can get direct state or private buses from Chandigarh to Manali, from here tourists will have to take a bus or taxi till Tirthan Valley.
Best places to visit in Tirthan Valley
Since Tirthan Valley is located in the breathtaking beauty of the region famous for its peaceful environment, lush green forests and endless activities to engage in. There are many places that tourists can visit to get away from the choatic lifestyle.
It is one of the famous national parks in the region famous for its varied species of flora and fauna.
The Serolsar Lake in Tirthan Valley is located in Jalori Pass and is situated at one of the highest altitude. This beautiful lake is surrounded by the majestic snow covered mountain ranges.
The Jalori Pass is another beautiful tourist destination to visit in Tirthan Vallley, which is located at a height of around 10,800 feet above sea level.
For history lovers, they can visit the Raghupur Fort in Tirthan Valley, which offers scenic views of the snow covered mountain ranges, the green valleys and hills.
Gushaini in Tirthan Valley is a small remote village of the region, which is located at the heart of the charming valley. It is one of the best destinations to visit.
Tirthan River is one of most beautiful river, starting from the Hanskund glacier which is the lifeline of the valley and the river as the river starts from here. In the Tirthan River.
Chhoie Waterfall is one of the most popular waterfalls of the region. In order to reach the Chhoie Waterfall, tourists will have to opt for a short trek.
Nagini is another remote village in Tirthan Valley, which is famous for its picturesque landscape and apple orchards. The village is surrounded by the breathtaking views of the snow covered mountain ranges.
Sai Ropa is located near the Great Himalayan National Park, here you can learn about the ecosystem and biodiversity of the region. Sai Ropa is situated exactly near the entry gate of the park.
Sharchi Village is one of the most breathtaking villages located at one of the highest altitude in Tirthan Valley. This village will let you get a glimpse of the surrounding snow covered mountain ranges.
Things to do in Tirthan Valley
Since Tirthan Valley has scenic landscape, snow covered majestic mountain ranges, the green valleys and dense forests, tourists can experience endless adventurous activities to do:
Tirthan Valley is one of the favorite spot for trekking; tourists from different places visit this valley to enjoy trekking. Some of the best spots for trekking include Great Himalayan National Park, Jalori Pass to Serolsar Lake, etc.
Camping in Tirthan Valley is one of the most exciting activities tourists should definitely opt for. Since the valley is surrounded by the grand snow covered mountain ranges, dense forests comprising of pine and deodar.
For those love to enjoy fishing can do so in Tirthan River located in the Tirthan Valley. The river is home to some of the common fish of the region like brown trout, rainbow trout, etc.
Those who want to add some thrill to their vacation should opt for rock climbing and rappelling in Tirthan Valley. The undulating rocky terrain, the high mountain ranges.
Those who love bird watching, Tirthan Valley are one of the best spots for engaging in this activity. As Tirthan Valley is loaded with hills and mountains, the dense forests comprising of evergreen trees, green valleys.
Paragliding in Tirthan Valley is one of the most daring and thrilling experience offered in the region. Like Solang Valley and Br Billing, Tirthan Valley is also known to provide paragliding.
River crossing is another exciting adventure activity provided in Tirthan Valley. Tourists opting for this activity will have to cross the Tirthan River. This activity is conducted by experienced tour operators of the region.
Want to explore Tirthan Valley, the best way to do so is to opt for mountain biking. As the valleys offers breathtaking mountain ranges, the green valleys and meadows, the Tirthan River, the dense forest, the quaint villages.
For shopping lovers, Tirthan Valley is one of the best spot for enjoying shopping; the region offers some of the best organic produce of the region, handmade items and other traditional Himachali items.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The number of days required for a trip to Tirthan Valley is 3-5 days. However, the number of days required for your Tirthan Valley trip depends on the places you want to visit, things you want to do and for how many days you want to spend in this beautiful place.
The nearest major airport for Tirthan Valley is Bhuntar Airport (also known as Kullu-Manali Airport), which is situated at a distance 50 km away from Tirthan Valley. From here tourists will have to take a bus or taxi till Manali and then continue to Tirthan Valley.
The nearest major train station for Tirthan Valley is Chandigarh railway station, which is situated at a distance 250 km away from Tirthan Valley. Tourists will have to take a bus or taxi till Manali and then further to Tirthan Valley.
The primary mode of transportations to reach Tirthan Valley includes the following:
- By air: Bhuntar Airport (also known as Kullu-Manali Airport), which is situated at a distance 50 km away from Tirthan Valley.
- By train: Chandigarh railway station, which is situated at a distance 250 km away from Tirthan Valley.
- By roadways: Private and state buses to Tirthan Valley are available from major destinations of India like Manali.
- By car: Tourists can also take their car to visit Tirthan Valley.
Following are some of the main festivals held in Tirthan Valley:
- Sainj Fair (Sainj Valley) held in May or June, accompanied with traditional dance, music, and procession of local deities from the temples
- Shivratri Festival in honor of Lord Shiv, accompanied with rituals, prayers, and gatherings
- Phagli Festival held in February or March, welcoming of harvesting season accompanied with folk dances and rituals, and the local wear their traditional attire.
- Mela Bhuntar (Bhuntar Fair) celebrated near Tirthan Valley in Bhuntar, showcasing local traditions, handicrafts, food, and cultural programs.
Sharchi Village, Sai Ropa, Nagini village, Chhoie Waterfall, Tirthan River, Gushaini, Raghupur Fort, Jalori Pass, Serolsar Lake, Great Himalayan National Park
Common dishes which the tourists in Tirthan Valley should try include Siddu, Chana Madra, Dham, Babru, Tudkiya Bhath, Kadhi Chawal, Mittha, etc. And the poplar restaurants include The Himalayan Trout House (Nagli Village), Raju's Cottage (Gushaini), Tirthan Adventures Café (Gushaini), Trishla Resort (Gushaini), Shiva Valley Riverside Café (Nagini), etc.
Different types of accommodation available in Tirthan Valley include resorts, hotels, guesthouses, backpacker hostels, lodges and homestays.
Yes, you can easily visit the different places in Tirthan Valley with public transportation.
The transportation options available in Tirthan Valley include local taxis, rental bikes and scooters. The state buses also run to nearby towns in Himachal Pradesh. Jeep service is also available to popular destinations.
The primary language spoken in Tirthan Valley is Hindi; however, the local dialect of the region is Pahari.
The best time to visit Tirthan Valley is from March to June and from September to November, when the weather conditions are favorable to engage in outdoor activities and exploration. Avoid traveling during the monsoon season due to heavy rainfall and landslides.
Shopping in the local market, Mountain Biking, River Crossing, Paragliding, Bird Watching, Rock Climbing and Rappelling, Fishing in Tirthan River, Camping, and trekking
Tirthan Valley is the best holiday destination for adventure lovers, nature lovers, those seeking peace and tranquility, honeymooners, solo travelers, group travelers, traveling with friends and family, etc.