"Places To Visit To Catch Snowfall In India In December" is a simple title for my blog, you all are very well known about that there are 6 types of the seasons, and all the seasons have their own different significance.
In this blog I will talk about the places only according to the winter (Shishir - f’kf’kj ) season.
The word "Himachal" means the abode of snow.
Himachal Pradesh is a state in the northern part of India. Situated in the Western Himalayas, it is one of the thirteen mountain states and is characterized by an extreme landscape featuring several peaks and extensive river systems.
Himachal Pradesh is the northernmost state of India and shares borders by Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh on the north, Punjab on the southwest, Haryana on the south, Uttarakhand on the southeast, a small border with Uttar Pradesh in the south (touching Sirmaur), and Tibet on the east.
Himachal Pradesh is situated in western Himalayas, Himachal Pradesh has a pleasantly cool climate almost all year round. However, it is advised to visit the state during the months from October to June to enjoy a beautiful climate and not let rain hamper your plans.
Travelwithdknegi would like to tell you that the Reo Purgyil in district Kinnaur is the highest mountain peak in th state of Himachal Pradesh. Read more Link Reo Purgyil - Wikipedia
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Table of contents:
1. Khajjiar;
2. Mcleodganj;
5. Narkanda;
6. Kalpa;
7. Chitkul;
8. Sangla;
10. Kaza;
11. Tabo;
12. Chanshal;
13. Sainj;
14. Jibhi;
15. Gushaini;
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1. Khajjiar;
Khajjiar is famous for the popular Khajji Naga shrine dedicated to the serpent God. Khajjiar is a small hill station of Distt chamba (Himachal Pradesh) located close 20km from Dalhousie. Khajjiar is referred to as 'mini-Switzerland of India. Khajjiar is known for its picture-perfect grassy meadows.
Travelwithdknegi recommend you go for this quiet and lovely spot only to appreciate its existence. Khajiar is one of the most attractive places to visit in Himachal Pradesh.
Places To Visit In Khajiar;
Kalatop Wildlife Sanctuary, Khajjiar Lake , Khajji Nag Temple, Paanch Pandav Tree, Visit Bakrota Hills & Dainkund Peak etc.
Things To Do In Khajiar;
There is the Khajjiar Lake in the middle of the meadow and you could enjoy the scenery by camping or take part in some of the adventure sports including paragliding, zorbing, and horse-riding.
Best Time To Visit For Snowfall:
The best time to enjoy snow in Khajiar is From November to February.
2. Mcleodganj;
Mcleodganj is a beautifual small of the Kangra, which lying in the shadow of the Dhauladhar range.
Mcleodganj is also known as the residence of the revered Dalai Lama Ji. And it is also known as the Little Lahasa
Places To Visit In Mcleodganj;
Triund, Bhagsu Nag Temple & waterfall, Namgyal Monastery, Dhal Lake, Dharamkot, Naddi Viewpoint, The Dalai Lama Temple, tea farms etc.
Apart from that there are many holy temples in distt Kangra where you can visit.
Things To Do In Mcleodganj;
There are many things to do in Mcleodganj. You can Enjoy paragliding, climb up the Naddi View Point etc. you can also take the benefit of trekking i.e. Triund Trekking, Kareri Trekking, Indrhar Pass Trekking, Surrounding Tea gardens, don’t forget to visit Dalai Lama Temple
Best Time To Visit For Snowfall:
The best time to enjoy snow in Mcleodganj is From December to January.
Best Time to Trek ;
The best trekking season is from the mid of March to June and September to November when the weather is nice, and the trails are accessible to all.
Note: - it's advisable to check in advance and obtain necessary permissions from local authorities where applicable.
3. Prashar Lake;
Parashar Lake is a freshwater lake in the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, India. It is located at an elevation of 2,730 metres. There has a three storied pagoda like temple dedicated to the sage Parashara situated on its bank. It contains a floating island.
It is also believed that the Sage Prashar meditated on the bank of this lake, hence it is named Prashar Lake.
Places To Visit & Things To Do In Prashar Lake;
The Prashar Lake is a heaven for nature lovers and adventure seekers who want to experience something unique and magical. Here are some following things that you can do here in Prashar Lake:
Trekking, Camping, Sightseeing and sleep in the lap of the nature.
Best Time To Visit For Snowfall;
The best time to enjoy snow in Prashar Lake is from December to February.
4. Rohtang Pass;
Rohtang Pass is a high mountain pass on the eastern end of the Pir Panjal Range of the Himalayas around 51 km from Manali in the of Himachal Pradesh. It connects the Kullu Valley with the Lahaul and Spiti Valleys of Himachal Pradesh, India.
Rohtang Pass is a favourite place of film directors/makers. Many blockbusters movies named 'Jab We Met', ‘Highway’ & 'Yeh Jawani Hai Deewani' etc have been shot here.
Places To Visit In Rohtang Pass;
Nehru Kund, Marhi, Vashisht Hot Water Springs and Hadimba Temple etc.
Things To Do In Rohtang Pass;
Trekking, sledge ride, Photography, and mountain biking
Best Time To Visit For Snowfall;
The best time to enjoy snow in Rohtang Pass is from September to November.
Rohtang Pass experiences heavy snowfall and harsh weather conditions during the winter months (December to April). The pass is usually closed during this period due to safety concerns, making it inaccessible for trekking.
5. Narkanda;
Narkanda is a small picturesque village located at a distance of about 66 kilometers from Shimla. This place is really an attractive place, it changes its colour and itself according to different seasons, which we get to know when we visit Narkanda in different seasons. The forest here is very dense.
If you are going to Sangla, Chitkul, Kalpa, Spiti valley, Kaza etc. Narkanda will come on your way itself, so we do not need to take any special route for it.
Narkanda has a sub-tropical climate which means that winters here are very cold but summers are warm.
Places To Visit In Narkanda:
Hatu Peak, Hatu Temple, Tani Jubbar Lake, Mahamaya Temple.
Things To Do In Narkanda:
You can take advantage of skiing, camping, birdwatching, photographing. Apart from that as told earlier you can take blessing from the temples.
Best Time To Visit For Snowfall:
October to February.
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6. Kalpa;
Travelwithdknegi likes to tell people that the Kapla is one of the beautiful place. Kalpa was earlier known as Chini. From Kalpa we get a wonderful view of the Kinnaur Kailash. Kalpa is one of the many places to visit in Himachal Pradesh for a snowfall experience. If you want to get away from the crowd and see natural beauty, beautiful mountains and a different culture, then you must definitely go to the Kalpa.
Places To Visit In Kalpa;
There are many destinations to explore in Kalpa such as Sapni Fort, Kali Temple, Narayan Nagini Temple, Suicide Point Roghi, Hu-Bu-Lan-Kar Monastery and Devi Chandika Temple Kothi.
Things To Do In Kalpa;
There are many things to do in Kalpa such as snow hiking, sightseeing, photography and shopping.
Best Time To Visit For Snowfall:
Although you can go in any month but the best time to enjoy snow in kalpa is from December to February.
7. Chitkul;
If you are not able to understand which place would be suitable for visiting the mountains. So, I would tell you to go to Kinnaur because here you can go to places like Kalpa, Sangla, Chitkul, Lipa Asrang Sanctuary, Kamroo Fort, Yula Kanda and many more. Chitkul is the last inhabited village before the Indo Tibetan border.
Places To Visit In Chitkul;
There are many places to visit in Chitkul such as Rakham, Sangla, Baspa River, Batseri , Yula Kanda, Chitkul Mathi Devi Temple,
Chitkul Fort and Bering Nag Temple.
Things To Do In Chitkul
There are many things to do in Chitkul such as nature walks, sightseeing and hiking.
Best Time To Visit For Snowfall:
October To February.
8. Sangla;
Sangla valley means valley of light in Tibetan language.
Actually, Sangla valley is a very peaceful and beautiful place.
In Sangla even during the summer months you can see snow on the peaks which is a wonderful sight. The valley is popular for its amazing apple orchids, which are covered with snow during the winters. It is one of the best hill stations in Himachal Pradesh and a great snowfall destination in India to visit.
Places To Visit In Sangla;
Karcham Dam, Baspa River, Sangla Bering Nag Temple, Kamru Fort, Badrinath Temple, Batseri Village (one of the cleanest village of the Kinnaur), Tibetan wood Carving Center, Chitkul Mathi Devi Temple, Chitkul Fort.
Things To Do In Sangla:
The biggest activity to do in Sangla is to relax and enjoy the natural beauty around you. The peace you find here is really hard to find anywhere else.
Apart from this you can also take the benefits of numerous trekking trails and enjoy the camping.
Best Time To Visit For Snowfall;
The best time to enjoy snow in Sangla Valley is from December to February.
9. Spiti Valley;
Well, the Spiti is a popular destination for nature and wildlife enthusiasts. Spiti is the gateway into the higher northern reaches of the country. The Spiti is often referred to as little Tibet because of the similar climate, nature, its terrain, its vegetation and geographical conditions to that of the Tibet.
The Spiti valley is home to many Budhist monastaries. There are many places that are unexplored. The Sipti river flows from here. The river is very popular among water sports enthusiasts, especially for the river rafting.
Places To Visit In Spiti Valley;
In Spiti valley there are a lot of places to visit some of them are like this; Sissu, Keylong, Jispa, Chandertal Lake, Key Monastary, Pin Valley National Park, Kunzum pass, Sarchu, Tabo Monasraey , Losar village, Mane Gogma and Mane Yogma villages and Mud village.
Things To Do In Spiti Valley;
The Spiti valley is a heaven for nature lovers and adventure who want to experience the birdwatching, photographing, hiking and camping.
You can take participate & play the following winter sports, ice-skating, ice-hockey, skiing and ice-climbing.
Best Time To Visit For Snowfall;
The best time to enjoy snow in Spiti Valley is from December to February.
10. Kaza;
Kaza is very beautiful place. Kaza is surrounded by high mountains, so clear water and barren landscape. Kaza is very popular tourist place of H.P. Kaza is divided into two areas i.e. Old Kaza and New Kaza.
Kaza is a popular tourist place in Lahaul & Spiti, if you visit Spiti then definetly visit Kaza also, Kaza is the headquarter of Spiti.
Places To Visit In Kaza;
There are many places to visit in Kaza such as Spiti Valley, Sakya Valley, Dhankar Monastery, Kibber Village, Kunzum Pass, Tabo Cave, Kibber, Komik, Pin valley National Park and Langza Village etc.
Things To Do In Kaza;
There are many things to do in Kaza such as Trekking, mountain biking, hiking, star gazing and nature walking. It is one of the best places in Himachal Pradesh for snowfall.
Best Time To Visit For Snowfall:
October to February
11. Tabo;
Tabo is a small village located in the Spiti Valley on the bank of the Spiti River. Tabo is situated around a monastery on the road and it is said that this monastery is thousands of years old. Even the revered Dalai Lama has expressed about retiring from here. It is one of the best places to visit in Himachal Pradesh for snowfall and an offbeat destination.
Places To Visit In Tabo;
There are many places to explore in Tabo such as The nine Temples of the Tabo i.e
The Temple of the Enlightened Gods;
The Golden Temple;
The Mystic Mandala Temple;
The Bodhisattva Maitreya Temple;
The Temple of Dromton;
The Chamber of Picture Treasures;
The Large Temple of Dromton;
The Mahakala Vajra Bhairava Temple;
The White Temple;
Alongwith this you can visit Tabo Monastery, Tabo Caves, Dhankar Lake, Dhankar Monastery, Tiger Point and many other places.
Things To Do In Tabo;
There are many things to do in Tabo such as Mountain Biking, Nature Walking and hiking.
Best Time To Visit For Snowfall;
It is one of the best places to visit in Himachal Pradesh for snowfall in the month of October To February.
12. Chanshal;
The Chanshal valley is a very beautiful valley which is situated in the Shimla, Himachal Pradesh. It is very peaceful and famous for its beauty. This place is situated on the top of Chanshal peak, the highest peak in shimnla.
Chanshal is situated on the magnificent Himalayas around 3750 kilometres above sea level. It is one of the best places to visit in Himachal Pradesh for snowfall. It offers a fabulous view of the surroundings as well.
Here even during the summer months you can see snow on the peaks which is a wonderful sight.
This valley is very popular for its hybrid apple orchards.
Places To Visit In Chanshal ;
There are many places to visit in Chanshal such as Dodra, Kwar, Rohru, Chanshal Peak and Pabbar River.
Things To Do In Chanshal
There are many things to do in Chanshal such as Nature Walks, biking, snowboarding, camping and sightseeing.
Best Time For Snowfall:
You can go in any month but the best time to enjoy snow in Chanshal Valley is from October to March.
13. Sainj;
Sainj valley is situated in the lower region of the Great Himalayan National Park (GHNP), it is about 90 kilometers from the Manali. is situated in the serene Kullu valley; it is one of the best places to visit in Himachal Pradesh for snowfall. It is an offbeat destination in the Himalayas and a hidden treasure. It is covered with snow showers and it offers a great travel experience.
This place is known for its natural beauty , temples, grasslands and beautiful trekking trails.
Places To Visit In Sainj;
There are many places to visit in Sainj such as Shangarh, Pundrik Rishi Lake and temple, Mahadev Temple and Barshangarh Waterfall.
Things to do in Sainj;
Sainj is one of the best places to visit in Himachal Pradesh for snowfall. There are many things to do such as snow hiking, snow trekking, sightseeing, photography and nature walk.
It also offers many outdoor activities for the locals as well as to the tourists .,
Best Time For Snowfall;
Although you can go in any month but the best time to enjoy snow in Jibhi is from December to February.
14. Jibhi;
Jibhi is a small village in Banjar valley and it is known for its lush greenery, large grasslands and apple orchids. It transforms into a snowfall paradise during winter. It is one of the best places to visit in Himachal Pradesh for snowfall. There are many adventure activities to do in Jibhi as well.
The Jibhi is the perfect place to explore Banjar and Tirthan valley and this place is also known for its captivating natural beauty.
Places To Visit In Jibhi ;
There are many awesome places to visit in Jibhi such as the Tirthan River, Serolsar Lake, Jalori Pass, Sheshnag Temple, Chehni Kothi etc.
Things To Do In Jibhi ;
There are several things to do in Jibhi such as Ziplining, snow trekking, snow hiking, sightseeing and bird watching.
Best Time For Snowfall;
Although you can go in any month but the best time to enjoy snow in Jibhi is from December to February.
15. Gushaini;
Gushaini is a small and beautiful village in the Tirthan valley. Gushaini is known for its lush greenery, large grasslands and apple orchids. It transforms into a snowfall paradise during winter. It is one of the best places to visit in Himachal Pradesh for snowfall. There are many adventure activities to do in Gushaini as well.
Places To Visit around the Gushaini ;
There are many places to visit around the Gushaini village and in Tithan valley, as I have already told earlier that Gushaini is a small village in Tithan valley.
You can enjoy and admire the beauty of these following places:
Banjar, Sai Ropa, Bandal, Batahad, Nagini, Pekhri, Jibhi, Sarchi, Chehni Kothi, Jalori Pass, Serolsar lake etc.
Things To Do In Gushaini;
Photography, Camping , Birdwatching,Trekking
Best Time For Snowfall;
Although you can go in any month but the best time to enjoy snow in Gushaini and Tirthan Valley is from December to February.
16. Sissu or Khwaling;
Sissu also known as the Khwaling, the Sissu is a village situated located on the bank of the Chandra River. This village is surrounded by snow capped mountains, glacier river and mountains. And of course this village is also surrounded by roads lined with willow and popular trees. The Sissu connects India to Tibet and has been a very important trading route for many centuries. The culture of the Sissu is the combination of the culture of India and Tibet, which we can Cleary see in their present prevailing cultures.
Places To Visit In Sissu or Khwaling;
The whole L & S (Lahaul & Spiti) is the mind blowing & beautiful destinations to see the nature and feel it vibes.
Still travellwithdknegi is telling you the following places in Sissu:
Sissu Lake, Sissu Waterfall,Gondhala Fort, Spiti Valley, Chandra Valley, Raja Ghepan Temple,
Things To Do In Sissu or Khwaling;
Camping, trekking, birdwatching, Photography, fishing, cycling and Stargazing.
Best Time For Snowfall;
Although you can go in any month but the best time to enjoy snow in Sissu or Khawling is from December to February.
Summry;
There will be many good places to visit in the entire country, but believe me what I have told you, you will be happy after visiting here. “Believe Me”.
So don't delay
Extra Bonus Tips;
I am not talking about trekking because trekking requires a special arrangements and other necessary tasks done. Here I am only taking about roaming around and having fun in the snow.
No matter when you visit to above mentioned awesome destinations, there are few simple tips that you should follow to make your trip safe and enjoyable. Here are some of them:
Must carry extra warm clothes, sunscreen, torch, anti-skid shoes, umbrella, strong staff, first aid kit, etc. as per the weather and season.
Check the weather forecast before planning your trip as weather can be unpredictable at high altitudes.
Respect the local culture and environment by not littering or disturbing the wildlife.
Sunglasses: If you are travelling to higher altitudes, make sure to grab your sunglasses as the snow reflects UV light that harm your eyes.
it's advisable to check in advance and obtain necessary permissions from local authorities where required.
Travelwithdknegi would like to tell you that travelling in the mountains during snow is not free from danger, so before going to the mountains during snow season, know well how to walk and drive in snow etc.
You can also check the essential items required for the travelling,link; https://www.travelwithdknegi.com/packingchecklistfortravel
Himachal is heaven on earth.Come to Kinnaur district to feel the beauty of nature.