Kasol Kullu ,Himachal Pradesh, India

 

Kasol

Kullu ,Himachal Pradesh, India

Day Duration: 2-3 Days

Kasol(Amsterdam of India)

Kasol is a quaint little village in Himachal situated along the banks of the river Parvati. Commonly known as the ‘Amsterdam of India’, Kasol is a tourist attraction that is rapidly gaining fame as a popular hub for trekkers, backpackers, and nature lovers. The valley is situated 23 kms from Bhuntar and next to the religious town of Manikaran and is one of the best places in the country just to sit back and chill in the panorama of snow-clad mountains, pine trees and serene river.

Famous for its trekking trails, Kasol is popular for several treks to Kheerganga, Yanker Pass,Sar Pass, and Pin Parbati Pass. To get a real feel of the culture in this region, go on a trip to the village of Malana Located a few kilometres away from Kasol, Malana is a tiny hamlet inhabited by people living in self-imposed isolation. The village has plenty of scenic sights, though, and is often called ‘Little Greece’.

Kasol is inhabited by a huge number of people from Israel, which is discernible from the plenteously available Israeli food, and the street signposts inscribed in Hebrew. The valley has quite a few streetside cafes which serve delicious food, and the experience of sitting and enjoying a meal amidst the dark green forests and the awe-inspiring mountains make the meal even more enjoyable.

Things to do in Kasol

Visit Manikaran Sahib:-Manikaran Sahib is a pilgrimage centre for Hindus and Sikhs. The Hindus believe that Manu, the progenitor of humans, recreated life in Manikaran after a great flood. Thus, this place is considered a sacred spot. It has many temples and a gurdwara too.

Visit Tosh:-Famed for its hippie culture, Tosh draws tourists from all over the map and is well-suited for solo as well as group excursions. Located at an elevation of 2,400 m, this place is always a part of every traveller’s bucket list from both near and far, making it a frequent tourist destination.

Camping in Kasol:-Kabila camps is a popular name among the Kasol campsites. Situated near the Parvati river and surrounded by the hills, the view is purely breathtaking.Another places for camping in Kasol is Mahadev River View Camps,Parvati Woods Camps,Orchard Camps

Visit Parvati Valley:-It is believed that Shiva, the destroyer, meditated in the mystical Parvati Valley for about 3,000 years. He sat here in the form of a naked ash-smeared sanyasi or naga sadhu. Seasons would come and go, and one day he looked out at this untouched, perfectly sculpted landscape and named it after his consort, Parvati.