Jibhi -Tirthan valley - himachal pradesh
About
Tirthan Valley is a beautiful region in the Kullu district of Himachal Pradesh. This valley is named after the Tirthan River, which flows through it and is a tributary of the Beas River. The valley is known for its stunning natural beauty, serene environment, and rich biodiversity. Tirthan Valley is shaped by lush green landscapes, dense forests, and crystal-clear rivers and streams. The hills here are covered with pine and oak trees, making it a perfect destination for nature lovers and trekkers.
Jibhi is one of the nearest villages to the famed Jalori pass, Serlosar lake, Chehni Fort and the Great Himalayan National Park (GHNP). In addition to exploring all these places, you can also indulge in angling in the Tirthan river, or you can enjoy the beauty of the villages nearby.
Jalori Pass & Meadows of Shoja
From Jibhi, a mere 12 km away is Jalori Pass passing through the beautiful meadows of Shoja. The drive takes about an hour. The view of the valley and the surrounding mountains is breath-taking. For those who love star gazing, this is the ideal spot to lookout for the milky way.
Serolsar Lake
Serolsar is a beautiful lake which is approached through a trek of about 5.5 km from Jalori pass. The lake is located at an altitude of 3199 m. It is surrounded by thick vegetation of alpine forests and the trek leading to it is through open meadows and dense oak forests. The water of the lake is believed to have medicinal properties. On one side of the Lake is a small temple of Buddha Nagini.
Raghupur Fort
Raghupur Fort offers a 360 degree view that stretch as far as the Dhauladhar ranges. Its located at 3198 meters and is approached through a 3 km trek from Jalori Pass. The walk to Raghupur Fort passes through a lovely forest and has spectacular views of the mountains.
Cheni Kothi
The Tower Temples of Kullu Valley were built primarily as garrisoning stations. As a defensive structure that not only provided a vantage point for safeguarding the village but also served as a storage structure. This tower temple of Chaini is the tallest standing structure of its kind in the entire Western Himalayas. Currently, the Great Tower of Kothi is 45 meters (approx.) tall. It is believed that this temple was built around the 17th Century by a local King Dhadhu and that’s why this temple is locally known as Dhadhiya Kothi as well.
Great Himalayan National park (GHNP)
The Great Himalayan National Park (GHNP), was established in 1984 and is spread over an area of 754 sq km at an altitude of between 1500 and 6000 meters. The Great Himalayan National Park is home to many plants and animal life and is a part of UNESCO list of World Heritage Sites.
Jibhi Waterfalls: For A Serene Escape
Approached through a beautiful winding walk along a narrow stream, lies the gorgeous Jibhi waterfall. The water comes falling down a steep rock face down into two circular ponds from where it cascades down into the stream. The most likely place for you to see a rainbow.
Shringa Rishi Temple:
It is one of the most popular places to visit in Jibhi. This sacred place is devoted to sage Rishyasringa, and people from far and near visit this spot to pray and seek blessings. Surrounded by lush greenery and colorful flowers, the delightful experience that one gets to enjoy here is remarkable.