Sangla
Sangla is a small town located in the Kinnaur district of Himachal Pradesh. Situated in the Baspa valley and the Greater Himalayas, this city is close to the Tibetan border. The city is named after a nearby village of the same name, which in Tibetan means ‘the path of light’. The natural beauty of this region is amazing. This place is famous for its pine nut orchards, beautiful trees of apples and cherries.
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| Sangla Valley |
Due to the situation on the Indo-China border, travelers had to get special permission from the Government of India to visit this place. However, later this rule was abolished to promote tourism in the region.
Main Attraction of Sangla
Kamru Fort
Kamru Fort, now converted into a temple dedicated to the Hindu goddess Kamakshi, is a famous tourist destination. Travelers can see a large image of the goddess located on the third floor of the temple.
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| Kamru Fort |
Chitkul Mathi Temple
Chitkul Mathi Temple is a popular temple dedicated to Mata Mathi and is a very popular religious site. Every year a large number of devotees come here to visit this temple.
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Chitkul Mathi Temple |
Baspa River
The Baspa River flowing from Sangla is also considered a major tourist destination as it is an ideal place to enjoy activities such as fishing, trekking, and camping. The entire area is situated amidst beautiful pine trees and oak forests and the presence of glacier rivers and forests further adds to the beauty of the place.
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Baspa River |
Batseri village is a very popular village as it is the only place where the famous pine nuts are grown. Travelers interested in shopping can buy handmade shawls and Kinnauri caps from Batseri village, which is located at a distance of about 8 km from Sangla. The region’s ancient wood architecture, which reflects the art of the medieval era, also attracts a large number of tourists.
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| Batseri Village |
Chitkul, Karcham, Kamru Badrinath Temple, Bering Nag Temple, Piri Nag Temple, Rupin Valley Trek, Sangla Kande Trek, Charang Chitkul and Trek are other popular tourist attractions of Sangla.
Best time to visit Sangla
The climate of Sangla is pleasant throughout the year except in winter. Temperatures range between 8 ° C to 30 ° C during summer. The monsoon receives less rainfall in the area of Sangla. Winters in this region are extremely cold. During this time the temperature of this place remains between 10 ° C and -10 ° C. Monsoon and summer are considered ideal for visiting this beautiful place.
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