From Jibhi To Prashar Lake: 5 Off-Beat Places To Experience Snowfall In Himachal Pradesh

From serene villages to hidden lakes, these gems promise breathtaking views, peaceful surroundings, and unforgettable winter memories away from the crowds.

Places To Experience Snowfall

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The cold winds blow bitingly while the snow-refreshing scenes add to the magic of winter being truly a gift from nature. While most individual mountain hot spots in Himachal Pradesh have drawn heavy traffic during the winter season, there are few tranquil places which are still less-travelled. For the wanderers who want to tread upon such high majestic snowfall within uncrowded hurl and who think much about it, treasure within Himachal Pradesh consists of many off-beat places.

Starting from silent villages to unknown hidden lakes; the beautiful spread of these gems holds spectacular views, peaceful surroundings, and life-cherishing memories of winter escapes from the crowd.

Here are some places in Himachal for your winter escape:

Jibhi:

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Nestled in the Tirthan Valley, in Himachal Pradesh, this place is an apt point where a person can meet up with nature. The River Tirthan flows through it. It is all about breathtaking beautiful views and snowfall, during winter from December to March. Jibhi is famous for its silence and is off the beaten path for peace and scenic beauty.

Kalpa:

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Kalpa is a pretty village in Kinnaur district of Himachal Pradesh. This small village is perched at about 9,711 feet above sea level. Small in itself, it is popular in the state for its amla, temples, and picturesque mountain views. The place shines in white most of its January and February, attracting winter lovers. 

Chitkul:

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Probably the last beautiful inhabited village at the Indo-Tibet border, Chitkul lies in Kinnaur district in the state of Himachal. The beautiful Sangla River runs beside this apple orchards and mustard fields. The snowfall starts from mid-December until February, so winter here is truly mesmerising.

Narkanda:

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Narkanda is a small town located in the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, and it is the ideal town for experiencing snow and greenery. With the winter activities being skiing, it has places like Tannu Jabar Lake and Hatu Peak. The snowfall here commences in late December and lasts until February, creating a winter wonderland.

Prashar Lake:

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Prashar Lake is one of the off-beat jewels in Himachal Pradesh, with its floating island which changes its position once a year. The place wraps up with gorgeous landscapes and offers something unique-an amalgamation of tranquility and adventure. It snows in December and adds to the trek to Prashar Lake for any visitor.