The Land of Fairytales and Kinnauri Apples
Bordering Tibet to the east, Kinnaur district offers awe-inspiring landscapes where deep river gorges meet dramatic vertical granite cliffs. The Baspa and Sutlej valleys showcase unique wooden pagoda temples and rich Indo-Tibetan traditions.
Key Destinations in Kinnaur
- Sangla & Baspa Valley: Known for emerald pine forests, rushing trout streams, and ancient Kamru Fort.
- Chitkul: The final inhabited village near the Indo-Tibetan border on the old Hindustan-Tibet road. Famous for traditional wooden houses and mountain views.
- Kalpa: Perched directly opposite the holy Kinner Kailash mountain peak (6,050m), which changes color dramatically as the sun sets.
- Sarahan & Bhimakali Temple: An extraordinary multi-tiered wooden temple complex with exquisite timber carvings.