Nowadays many people look out for unexplored tourist places to visit in Himachal Pradesh as the most of the tourist places are mostly turning to concrete jungles. There is so much demand for these less known places in Himachal that a number of them are developing into the tourist spots now.
So, given here are 11 such wonderful offbeat & unexplored destinations in Himachal Pradesh that you must visit on your next get away.
1. Malana
Malana
Malana is one of the most stunning villages in India. There are many stories regarding this beautiful place. Many legends of Malana discuss its existence from ages. It is situated in Parvati Valley and is a home to a few families who have been staying here from a long time.
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The most interesting fact concerning this offbeat location is that its individuals are believed to be the straight descendants of Alexander the Great. Actually, this place has its very own collection administrative legislation and also methods that carefully look like that of the Greek management system, language, social framework and also their notion of purity.
2. Tirthan Valley
Tirthan Valley
If you have actually not been to Tirthan Valley yet, then I am sure that you have not seasoned nature in its purest form. Surrounded by the Great Himalayan National Park (GHNP), this beautiful valley situated beside the Tirthan River is among the hidden tourist places in Himachal.
Tirthan Valley is an incredible place to relax in the lap of nature. It tops my list of offbeat places in Himachal Pradesh any day if you have never been to it. I love this place most in the whole Himachal region for my family outings.
3. Chitkul
Chitkul
In the Kinnaur district of Himachal Pradesh lies Chitkul, a little village. At a height of 3450 metres, it is the last inhabited village near the Indo-Tibet border, as well as also the last location in India one can travel to without a permit. Travelers typically remain at Sangla and plan a return trip to Chitkul the same day. The river Baspa is a constant companion on this trip from Sangla. The surroundings, like the rest of Himachal, are included snow clothed mountains as well as differing tones of apple orchards, mustard areas as well as vegetation. The valley is known for its great quality potatoes and peas. The weather, cold and unpredictable, can be harsh. The Goddess of Chitkul resides in a temple here believed to be 500 years of ages. Reverence to the siren is a should by the Parikrama pilgrims.
4. Pabbar Valley
Pabbar Valley
Pabbar valley is a vibrant mix of ethereality and nature, and provides something to everyone that walks its way. Its picturesque hamlets as well as swift brooks in addition to fruit orchards were enough to entice British Viceroys that camped as well as recuperated here. A trek via Pabbar Valley is comprehensive, taking one through tiny villages untouched by tourism, to cedar, oak and birch forests and finally to snow-covered valleys.
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You can also experience a large range of activities like camping, trekking, fishing, and other adventure activities are also gaining attention including rafting and paragliding.
5. Thanedar
Thanedar
Active with its beautiful apple and cherry orchards, Thanedar gives unequaled delight to the nature lovers. You can enjoy plucking the fruits from the myriad trees that supply lakhs of cartons full’s with juicy apples around India and also abroad and also biting into them or can savor the chewy slices of apples that the localities dry on their roofs.. There are many resorts forgeting the deluxe orchards that offer one the experience of staying near the nature.
The nearby places that you must visit are the Nag Devta temple, standing along the Tani-Jubbar Lake, St. Mary’s church which also happens to be one of the oldest churches in India and Hathu Peak that provides mesmerizing vista of the snow clad peaks of the Himalayas.
6. Shoja
Shoja
Unblemished by tourism, Shoja provides one a fine place to relax and also breathe in the fresh mountain air away from the maddening city life.
Located in the Seraj Valley, it is famous for its Serloskar Lake that is known for its striking visit at the sunset. One can take a leisurely walk around or discover their method into the rejuvenating fields of the region. It is just a short walk to the falls here, where they can take a chilling bathroom or just soak in the sun while enjoying in a drink.
7. Barot
Barot
Not just beautiful place, Barot packs a wide range of outdoor activities. The Uhl River situated here not just sustains citizens and also wildlife, however is likewise a trout breeding centre and also has a few fish ranches, making it prominent for fishing. Across the river Uhl is the Nargu Wildlife Sanctuary, Home to Himalayan goral (of the goat family) a variety of pheasants and also Himalayan black bears. A trip path cuts across the Shelter to Kullu. The surrounding evergreen forests are home to deodar trees. A variety of trekking trails exist here, making it a popular hiking and also day tourist destination. A temple, of Dev Pashakot, the rain deity sits across the Uhl and also can be visited.
8. Gushaini
Gushaini
Located in Kullu district, near the Tirthan River, Gushaini is nicknamed Trout Country for its abundance of trout makes it perfect for trout fishing. The place is ideal for tourists whose best trip involves outdoor camping in portable dome tents hitched on the banks of the Tirthan River. Just 20 km from Gushaini lays The Fantastic Himalayan National forest, whose denizens include around 30 types of creatures and 300 varieties of birds. It is advisable to explore the Park by walks through the all-natural cedar groves.
9. Jalori Jot
Jalori Jot
Undoubtedly among the very best trekking trails, Jalori Jot is a presented with nature’s best. One can stay up at Shoja and also drive down to Jalori Jot to advance walking to the popular Sareyol Lake beside the Jalori Jot temple on the left from the main street or can take the ideal towards an ancient fort; both spots being similarly ecstatic. A word of care though; one must wear excellent pair of travelling shoes for this trail to make sure much better gripping and greater safety because the route usually has a tendency to get slippery especially in the monsoons. The trekking trail is great 4 km long before one gets to the lake. Thankfully, there is an excellent dhaba that one encountered right before they reach the lake that’s great to get one’s batteries charged for continuing further.
10. Kheerganga
Kheerganga
Tucked away in the quaint Parvati Valley in Kullu district, area, Kheerganga is one of the most beautiful unique places of Himachal Pradesh. To reach here, one requires increasing to Barsaini from where they need to take a four hours long trek to Kheerganga.
It is said that Lord Shiva meditated in this region for thousands of years. However, the most spectacular feature of this place is it’s hot spring, where one can truly unwind and get rejuvenated after the long journey; since this spring is also believed to contain healing properties.
11. Prashar Lake
Prashar Lake
Prashar Lake, which situated about 49 strange KMs north of Mandi at an elevation of 2730 Mtrs, is just one of the preferred offbeat areas in Himachal Pradesh. The lake has deepness unidentified to anybody until now. People who learn about this area just can’t stop going there time and again due to the severe seclusion and also peace it uses to you.
However, I only such as Prashar Lake in two states, one, when it is bordered by eco-friendly shades topped with a varied range of blossoms in the monsoon months of July– August. And, the various other states is when the white carpeting of snow borders this surreal lake and also give it a sensation like a jewel-studded & shining midst white gold around it, in the month of January – March.
It looks perfectly green in monsoon time; Prashar Lake is also one of the unexplored places to visit in himachal pradesh to go to in August. Certainly, with rainfalls, there is always a risk.
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