Tirthan River in Tirthan Valley Himachal Pradesh surrounded by mountains and forests

Why Tirthan Valley Himachal Pradesh Should Be Your Next Travel Escape

Located in the corner of the Kullu district, Tirthan Valley Himachal Pradesh, is an awe-inspiring location. Nature, adventure, and unique Himachali experiences are only some of the aspects of this region that will attract you to it. Great Himalayan National Park is one of the key attractions of the Thirthan Valley that has made it popular among adventure seekers, not only from India but from all over the world.

The quaint villages of Tirthan Valley Himachal Pradesh, amazing forest trails, and roaring rivers offer such a bundle of joy to any nature lover that they would visit Tirthan Valley Himachal Pradesh, every other year. Such is the allure of this popular and somewhat offbeat location in Himachal Pradesh.

Things to do in Tirthan Valley Himachal Pradesh

You can do a range of things in Tirthan Valley Himachal Pradesh, right from just lying lazily in your homestay to hiking on some explored and unexplored trails.

Trek to Great Himalayan National Park

This is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and you will experience a range of floral and faunal wealth in this area. Snow leopards and Jajuranas (western tragopans) are some of these. While two to three days would be fine to explore this park, a nature and adventure lover would find even a week too little to experience GHNP. It all depends on your interest level.

One of the things that you should do in this region is to trek along the Tirthan River till the source of the Tirath glacier. This path goes through jungles and has a raw, unfiltered nature. Wildlife spotting and birding are some of the things that you can do in this region.

Wildlife spotting and bird watching are some of the things here that you should do under expert supervision, and this shall be the best experience of your life in Tirthan Valley Himachal Pradesh.

Scenic view of Great Himalayan National Park in Tirthan Valley Himachal Pradesh with lush forests and mountains

Meditate on the banks of the Tirthan River

This is one thing that you should do when in Tirthan Valley Himachal Pradesh. This is one of the few rivers in Himachal Pradesh that does not have a dam on it. This means an unhindered flow of water, and sitting by the banks of the Tirthan River, you can meditate for long hours if you are in the spiritual field. A few moments of solitude on the banks of the Tirthan will leave you refreshed and lively!

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Driving to the Sarchi River

Sarchi is a popular village near GHNP that should be on your wishlist if you wish to watch some unhindered views of the Himalayas. You can also see some houses built in the traditional Kathkuni style here. There are also a few homestays here, and you will be able to experience traditional Himachali culture here if you decide to spend some moments of solitude in Tirthan Valley Himachal Pradesh.

Untouched by commercial aspects, this village and a few more in this region are places where you can also decide to live the local life for a while. Interact with villagers, collect grass for their cattle, help them weave baskets, and learn a lot about local life in Tirthan. As you roam around Sarchi, you will find loving and friendly people who will lovingly invite you to their home for lunch and maybe a complimentary stay.

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Bird Watching in Tirthan Valley

You will find exotic birds everywhere if you are an avid bird watcher. From paradise flycatchers to red-capped white stars, verditer flycatchers, Himalayan griffons, and red-billed blue magpies to Himalayan bulbuls, Tirthan Valley has everything, but only if you are accompanied by a trained guide.

If you venture deep into the Great Himalayan National Park, you will see some Western Tragopans too.

Tirthan Valley Himachal Pradesh with river flowing through forests and Himalayan mountains

What to Eat in Tirthan Valley

  • Fresh Trout from Tirthan River
  • Sweet and salty Siddu
  • Local Dham
  • Chaa Gosht
  • Madra
  • Babru
  • Patande

Where to Stay in Tirthan Valley

You can pick from any one of the below-listed stay options in Tirthan Valley:

  • The Bright Side Resorts
  • Khwaabgaah
  • Brown Dipper House
  • The Tirthan Valley Wooden House
  • The Forest Edge

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Tirthan Valley Himachal Pradesh, is an experience; you have to live it! Plan a visit and explore the region for yourself. Do let us know about your thoughts and suggestions. If you wish to have any more updates on this region, I will be happy to share.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lovnish Thakur

I am a traveller, explorer and a Teacher! All bundled into one, I like exploring new places , meet people and explore different cultures.

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