Baroda to Spiti Valley

Situated in the Himalayas, Spiti Valley lies in the northeastern part of Himachal Pradesh state, India.

Accessibility: Not really an easy to reach place because roads leading toward Spiti are normally dangerous and sometimes closed due to snow for several months. The nearest main town with good communication is Manali located about 200 km away.

Altitude: With most of its villages located above 12,000 feet (3,600 meters) above sea level, Spiti Valley is typical of high altitude areas. Adventure lovers find it a challenging but rewarding destination.

Landscape: It is a cold desert with an amazing landscape of barren mountains, deep gorges and snowfed rivers often referred as.

Attractions: Some of the popular sites include Key Monastery which is one of the oldest and biggest monastery in this region; Chandratal Lake is situated at a very high altitude and famous for its clear water; Kaza village is also home to Spiti administrative centre

Culture: Spiti Valley has its own rich culture which is influenced by Tibetan Buddhism. You can discover ancient monasteries, participate in native festivals and talk with loving inhabitants of Spiti valley.

Best Time to Visit: The best time to visit the valley is from June to September because the weather is pleasant and roads are open. However, even during this time, temperatures can drop below freezing at night, so visitors should come prepared for cold weather.