Baralacha La Pass - 4 Things to Know Before Visiting

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About Baralacha La Pass

Baralacha La Pass is a high mountain pass in the Zanskar range connecting Lahaul to Leh. The Bhaga river originated from the Surta taal lake, which is situated a few kilometers from the pass towards Manali.

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Suraj Tal

Suraj Tal

2.08km from Baralacha La Pass

The lake is considered to be the third-highest lake in India and the 21st highest in the world. Placed at an altitude of 4950 m above the sea level, the lake is enveloped by mighty snow-covered Himalayas. It is believed to be a sacred lake and a dip in its waters means getting rid of all the sins.

Shingo La

Shingo La

33.35km from Baralacha La Pass

Shingo La is a mountain pass in India, on the border between Ladakh and Himachal Pradesh. There is a shallow lake or pool 20m below the pass. The pass is on a long-distance footpath linking Zanskar and Lahaul. used often by locals and trekkers alike. For trekkers, it is one of the technically easiest 5000m passes in Indian Himalaya, involving no glacier trekking nor steep climbs. There is snow on the pass all year round, although in the summer only a small stretch of snow has to be passed.

Chandra Taal

Chandra Taal

35.76km from Baralacha La Pass

Chandra Taal lake is on the Samudra Tapu plateau, which overlooks Chandra river. The name of the lake originates from its crescent shape. It is at an altitude of about 4,300 metres. Chandra Taal is a tourist destination for trekkers and campers.

Lachalung La

Lachalung La

43.16km from Baralacha La Pass

A mountain pass 4880 meters above sea level.

Kunzum Pass

Kunzum Pass

44.8km from Baralacha La Pass

Kunzum Pass or Kunzum La, as it is called by locals, is one of the highest motorable mountain passes of India, located at an altitude of 4,551m above mean sea level. It serves as a gateway to the beautiful Spiti valley Via Kullu and Lahaul. It lies on the eastern Kunzum Range of the Himalayas and is at a distance of 122 km from Manali. Kunzum La offers an incredible 360-degree view of Bara- Shigri Glacier , a jaw-dropping vista of Chandrabhaga Range and a spectacular view of the Spiti valley.

Rohtang La

Rohtang La

45.98km from Baralacha La Pass

Rohtang La is a mountain pass in the Himalayas that connects the Kullu Valley with the Lahaul and Spiti valleys. It is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the region, and is known for its stunning views and challenging trekking routes. The pass is situated at an elevation of 4,112 meters (13,497 feet) and is accessible only by a narrow road. Due to its high altitude and difficult location, Rohtang La is often closed during the winter months.

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Lahaul And Spiti

Lahaul And Spiti

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The natural scenery and Buddhist monasteries are the main tourist attractions of the region. Skiing is the popular adventure sports in Spiti. For trekkers, the Spiti Valley is a paradise, offering challenging treks to explore the new heights of the Himalayas

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