INTRODUCTION:-
Tirthan Valley is one of the last few remaining areas of Himachal which are very easy to reach but largely unemployed. If you were planning a trip in the near future and wanted to move to a different and less crowded place, then Tirthan Valley is the perfect destination for you. The entire state of Himachal is in a way a long list of tourist places. Some of these places, like Shimla, Manali and Dalhousie, are very famous. And are among the most visited tourist destinations of our country.
But there are many such places about which few people know.I am not talking about the remote areas of Himachal,which are so difficult to reach that no one goes there.No,I am talking about those destinations.Which are very well connected but not on tourist radar yet.These are the places that are often referred to as ‘offbeat destinations and people who visit here mostly prefer to avoid the congested areas.One such place that I will talk about in this article is the beautiful Tirthan Valley.
ABOUT TIRTHAN VALLEY:-
For a brief introduction,Tirthan Valley is a valley located at a distance of 65 kms from Mandi and about 250 kms from Chandigarh in Himachal Pradesh.The place is named after the river ‘Tirthan’ that it is situated on the bank of.At an average altitude of 1600 m, the weather of the valley remains pleasant for most of the year.It is a perfect getaway for anyone looking to spend some time in peace and away from the crowd.The valley serves as the gateway to the Great Himalayan National Park,making it a paradise for trekkers, birdwatchers or anyone who loves Those who are interested in wildlife or photography.
WHERE IS TIRTHAN VALLEY:-
Tirthan Valley is located in the Kullu district of Himachal Pradesh, about 100 kilometers from Manali and 65 kilometers from Mandi.As you travel from Mandi to Manali,A road splits about 38 kms from Mandi and towards Tirthan Valley just before the Auto Tunnel.Do not enter the tunnel.Rather,continue driving towards Larji and then take the road to Tirthan Valley.Another route exists from Shimla via Jalori Pass which is also the longer of the two. I explained about these two routes in detail later in the article.
WHY VISIT TIRTHAN VALLEY:-
First of all let me start by writing about why you would like to visit Tirthan Valley.The natural beauty of the place is quite alluring but you can definitely get it at many other places in Himachal.So why Tirthan Valley?The answer to the question lies in the fact that Tirthan Valley gives you the true taste of an offbeat destination without bringing you too far.The whole area is very well populated and connected;And you will never feel far from civilization.
This can be a great comfort factor for people traveling with families. You will find everything in Tirthan Valley Which you will need as a tourist. However what you will not find here is the hordes of tourists like Shimla or Manali.It is also very easy to reach Tirthan Valley.There is a drive-able road that will take you to Tirthan and it is mostly in good condition.Due to its offbeat tag and the fact that not many people visit, Tirthan is an ideal destination for budget travelers as well.Traveling here will not cost you much and since the place is easily accessible,You can even reach here by public transport only spending a small amount.
HOW TO REACH TIRTHAN VALLEY:-
Being situated in the hills,Tirthan Valley can only be reached by road,and reaching here is not a difficult task.The road connecting it to the rest of the country is maintained in good condition and will take you to the heart of the valley.You can either drive yourself or take public transport to reach here.The best way to reach Tirthan Valley is,of course,by your vehicle;But if that wasn’t an option,So public transport services like buses,shared cabs and private taxis are also available.
HOW TO REACH TIRTHAN VALLEY BY ROAD:-
If you were traveling by your own vehicle, either by car or motorcycle,then it is really easy to reach Tirthan Valley.There are two routes in and out of the valley.Both the routes are similar from the point of view of natural beauty and make it possible to plan a trip here as a circuit.One of the routes is slightly easier than the other and is more commonly used.
I will explain both in detail;And for ease of explaining,I’ll take Delhi as your starting point.However,even if you are coming from another city,the information below will give you a fair idea of how to reach Tirthan Valley.
