Why kasol is called Parvati Valley?

It is said that Lord Shiva meditated in this valley for about 3,000 odd years. He is believed to have taken the form of a naga sadhu or a naked ash-smeared sanyasi. Seasons came and went and one day he opened his eyes and looked at this untouched, beautiful landscape and named it Parvati after his consort.

What comes under Parvati Valley?

Read on to learn everything you need to know about visiting Parvati Valley, India’s laid-back, mountainous hippy retreat.

• Tosh Village. After Kasol, Tosh is one of the most picturesque settlements in the Parvati Valley.
• Pulga.
• Chalal Village.
• Malana.
• Rasol Village.
• Grahan.
• Rudra Nag & Naktan Village.
• Naggar.

Why is Parvati Valley famous?

Frequented by young Indians and international travelers, Parvati Valley, in Himachal Pradesh’s Kullu district, is known for its psychedelic trance festivals, hippie cafes, and the quality hash grown in its villages (though it’s illegal in India).

Is there snow in Kasol in March?

The chance of snow will remain in March as well but more towards the early part of the month. If you went to Kasol in March and did not find any snow in the town, try trekking to Kheerganga and you will definitely find some there. Or you can try trekking other higher villages like Kalga, Pulga, or Tosh.

How far is Parvati Valley from Kasol?

The majestic Parvati Valley is situated at a distance of around 40 km from Kasol. The first day of our trek was about to take us through Kheerganga and proceed from there.

What is the height of Kasol?

5,184′
Kasol/Elevation

Where is Parvati Kund?

Close by is Parvati Kund, which is located at an altitude of 14900 ft above sea level. As per the popular belief, the kund was created by Goddess Parvati herself. Also, it was the meeting point of Lord Shiva and the goddess, so it was also known as ‘Aashiqi Park’.

How do I get to Parvati Valley?

The two nearest airports to Parvati Valley are Kullu Manali Airport and Chandigarh International Airport. Flights are a bit on the expensive end but really help in cutting travel time to just 1.5 hours. Once there, one can catch local buses or hire private/shared taxis to reach Parvati Valley.

Is Kasol safe?

Kasol is completely safe for everyone, whether it’s male, female, or solo traveler. In my experience, Kasol is far safer than the big cities. But if you do some stupid act by yourself, then no place on this planet is safe. So, in short, if you don’t involve in any stupid act, then there is no need to worry.

Where is Kasol located in Himachal Pradesh?

Kasol is a hamlet in the district Kullu of the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh. It is situated in Parvati Valley, on the banks of the Parvati River, on the way between Bhuntar and Manikaran. It is located 30 km from Bhuntar and 3.5 km from Manikaran . Kasol is the Himalayan hotspot for backpackers.

Where is Parvati Valley located in India?

Parvati Valley. Parvati Valley is situated in the northern Indian state of Himachal Pradesh. From the confluence of the Parvati River with the River Beas, the Parvati Valley runs eastwards, through a steep-sided valley from the town of Bhuntar, in the Kullu district of Himachal Pradesh in Northern India. Coordinates: 31.992354°N 77.481766°E.

How to reach Kasol from Chandigarh?

Chandigarh to Kasol is also a popular route and takes about 8-9 hours of travel time by road. If you are traveling to Parvati valley from Dharamshala, you would arrive at Bhuntar. You can then take a local bus to Kasol from Bhuntar. As Bhuntar to Kasol distance is only about 30 km you would take about an hour or a little more to reach.

Which is the Mini Israel in Himachal Pradesh?

Known as the mini Israel in Himachal Pradesh, Kasol is a hill station in Parvati Valley, on the way to the pilgrim town of Manikaran. It is located 42 km east of Kullu at a height of 1640 m.