Darcha is a high-altitude village located in Lahaul-Spiti, Himachal Pradesh, at an elevation of 3,360 meters (11,020 ft). It's a crucial stopover on the Manali-Leh Highway and northernmost permanent settlement in Himachal Pradesh along this route. Darcha is also the starting point for the famous Darcha-Padum trek, a high-altitude trek into Zanskar.
Deepak Tal is a small, scenic lake located in the Lahaul Valley of Himachal Pradesh, India. It's situated on the Leh-Manali highway, about 20 kilometers from Jispa and 43kilometers from Keylong. The lake is a high-altitude lake at 12,300 feet above sea level. Deepak Tal is surrounded by lush green forests and snow-capped mountains. The lake is known for its clean and clear water.
Baralacha La is a high mountain pass in the Zanskar range of the Himalayas, connecting Lahaul district inHimachal Pradesh to Leh district inLadakh. Situated at an elevation ofapproximately 16,040 feet (4,890 meters), it's one of the highest motorable passes in India. The pass is known for its harsh weather conditions, including strong winds, low temperatures.
The Bhaga river originates from Surya taal lake, which is situated a few kilometers east of the Bara-lacha la pass in the in Himachal Pradesh. The Bhaga river transverses through narrow gorges a distance of 60 km (37 mi) before the confluence at Tandi. The Bhaga River is a tributary of the Chenab River which is also known as the Chandrabhaga River. The tributary originally starts from the Suraj Tal ..
Gemur Monastery, a central seat of Tibetan Buddhism in the Lahaul Valley, is a Buddhist gompa located above the village of Gemur in Lahaul and Spiti, Himachal Pradesh, India. It's easily accessible and known for its annual masked dances held in July. The monastery is said to have been established in the 13th or 14th century and is one of the richest in Lahaul. It's also home to ancient Buddhist art, including miniature..
Suraj Tal, also known as Surya Taal, is a sacred lake nestled in the magnificent valleys and mountains of the Lahaul and Spiti valley. It is considered one of the world’s highest lakes, ranking 21st globally and 3rd in India, and it is believed that a dip in its waters can cleanse one’s sins. The surrounding regions are mostly uninhabited due to the harsh climate, making it a peaceful and serene retreat for nature lovers..
