The 'Intezzar' song from the 'Paap' movie picturizing starring John Abraham and Udita Goswami is not easy to forget not because Udita was looking gorgeous and beautiful but because of the beautiful valley that she walks through while the song progresses.
Yes, it was a slight glimpse of the mesmerizing Pin Valley.
It showcases the wildly furious Pin River amidst the green vistas and the snow-capped mountains. With sunny weather and strong winds blowing in miles of isolation, the Pin valley presents the beautiful stunning views of serenity with colorful flowers blossoming all around transforming the shades of the desert to acres of greenery in the backdrop of pristine waterfalls to make one escape in nature.
Pin Valley is one of the beautiful valleys in Lahaul and Spiti district of the 'Land of Gods', Himachal Pradesh, the Northern Indian state. The Pin River running through its length before finally joining the Spiti river forms the Pin Valley. It has close to seventeen villages with most of the locals being Tibetan Buddhism followers, making this area full of with several monasteries and stupas.
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What Are The Other Tourist Attractions In Pin Valley?
There are many other tourist attractions in Pin Valley, which are a must for every visitor to be there.
It is the most sought-after destination in the Pin Valley to be a part of the natural habitat of several wild animals, birds and near-extinct medicinal plants.
Kungri Monastery
Kungri Monastery, built around 1330 AD is the Spiti's second oldest Monastery.
Spiti and Pin River Confluence
While taking a turn on the way towards Pin Valley at Attargo the Pin River merges into the Spiti River providing a beautiful confluence of the two rivers.
Bhabha Pass Trek (4,850 m)
The trek starts from Mud village and takes one over Bhabha Pass to Bhabha Valley.
Pin-Parvati Pass Trek (5,319 m)
It connects Pin Valley to Parvati Valley and is one of the most treacherous treks in Himachal.
What Is The Best Time To Visit Here?
Best time to visit: The best time to visit the Pin Valley is from May to October, as it receives heavy snowfall in winter and remains as a cold and dry desert round the year.
However, from June to September, the Spiti road is open from both Shimla and Manali to conveniently be here by opting any route you prefer.
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How To Reach Pin Valley?
By Road
To reach Pin Valley one has to reach Kaza or Dhankar in Spiti Valley.
• One can follow the Manali route to reach Kaza and then proceed to Dhankar.
• Otherwise, one can reach Dhankar by proceeding via Shimla, Peo, Puh, Nako, and finally reaching to Dhankar.
As one proceeds from Kaza to Dhankar or vice versa, at Attargo Bridge, a road bifurcates towards the Pin Valley, crossing over to the other side of Spiti River, and from there onwards the straight run goes to Pin Valley while driving parallel to Pin River.
By Air
Bhuntar in Kullu district is the nearest airport to reach here. Many Private flight operators are operating in this region who can provide flights as per one's convenience from Delhi.
By Rail
Shimla at a distance of around 443 km is the nearest railhead to Pin Valley National Park.
Conclusion
There is nothing better than visiting Pin Valley in Himachal Pradesh, whether you are a honeymooner, a snow-lover, a nature lover, or an adventurer. It provides you with panoramic views on the one hand and the ancient Monasteries, Stupas, temples, on the other hand, besides providing you with a serene environment to rejuvenate and recuperate the mind, body, and soul away from the clumsy, cluttered noisy streets and chaotic traffic to the nature lovers.
Pin Valley is a perfect paradise to enjoy the beautiful natural vistas and splendid panoramic views. It is best to explore it with spouse, family, or friends as you will not find such a pleasant place with chilled weather and serene environment anywhere else.
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