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Discover the Pristine Mountain Beauty of Himalaya in Lahaul and Spiti Valley

Written by Abhinav Sharma

Topic: TravelPublished May 28, 2012
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Himachal tourism offers immense opportunities to discover various landscapes of the state owing to its diverse geographical distribution. Lahaul and Spiti valley stand unique from rest part of the state. Nestled in the high ranges of Trans- Himalaya, the valley represents a robust view of stark valley with rolling mountains, serene lake and rich cultural heritage. Tourists flock to this place to explore the unique yet stunning beauty of Himalayan Mountain. Mother Nature has lavishly showered sheer blessing on this valley in the form of striking scenic view and amazing geographical location.

Lahaul and Spiti valley has plenty of attractions such as snowcapped mountain peaks, rugged terrains, perennial rivers, turquoise lakes, glaciers, adventurous treks, impressive monasteries and forts. Valley is flat and broad and bordered by steep cliffs that form a typical topography along with enthralling peaks, bare rocks, steep slopes and gorges. This amazing landscaped is sculptured in a unique and miraculous way. Tourists from around the globe visit the place to witness the unimaginable beauty and appeal of celestial place through the various packages offered by the Himachal Pradesh Tourism sector.

Lahaul and Spiti valley is not only an awe-inspiring tourist destination for the nature lovers but also it offers ample of opportunities to the adventure enthusiasts to embark on various adventurous activities in its unique and enticing terrains. This place is regarded as the best place in the world for mountaineering and trekking. Adventure buffs can indulge in various activities like trekking, mountaineering, river rafting, para gliding, angling, and fishing etc during summer seasons. In winter season, the valley is covered in thick canopy of shimmering snowfalls and turned it to a paradise for winter game lovers. Himachal Tourism unveils a unique and stupendous experience of adventure tourism in the valley.

Apart from scenic beauty and adventure activities, Himachal Pradesh tourism in Lahaul and Spity valley also offers immense prospects of Spiritual tourism. The culture of the valley is strongly influenced by Tibetan Buddhism as the majority of people follow this lineage. The thousands year old monasteries dotted over the valley are propagating Tibetan Buddhism is the best instance of it. The famous Tibetan monasteries located in Spiti valley are Tabo, Kye and Dhankar. The Tabo monastery is the oldest and popular. It is also aptly referred as ‘Ajanta of the Himalayas’ for its Mural paintings and sculptures. Murals, Stuco images and rare manuscripts of Kye monasteries are also renowned for its beauty and religious significance. Kye monastery is the largest in the valley. The Dhankar monastery is famous for its fort and historical significance.

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