A high mountain pass on the Pir Panjal range of the Himalayas, located at about 51 kilometer distance from Manali is the Rohtang Pass. This extremely important pass connects the valley of Kullu with valley of Lahaul and Spiti with Himachal Pradesh. Geographically Rohtang pass crossways with Manali –Leh highways. The geographical importance of the pass can be seen in the natural division it makes between Kullu valley which is a dominantly Hindu region with Hinduism practiced as a main religion and Spiti and Lahul valley is a predominantly Buddhist region with Buddhist culture practiced in the region. Rohtang pass holiday package has river Beas flowing from the southern side and River Chandra emerging from the Northern side.
Rohtang pass holiday package adventure trips
Rohtang pass holiday package is easily accessible on foot however it is also an unpredictable region with unpredictable snowstorms and blizzards making it a dangerous pass. It is believed that Rohtang Pass was frequently used in the past mainly because it connects one cultural region to another. In the recent years the pass has become known to many mainly because of military vehicle doing trips due to the militancy issues in Kashmir. The pass has also become extremely busy and crowded causing traffic gnarls due the heavy vehicles of the military, local goods carrier and quarry trucks.
Rohtang pass holiday package was the main route used in the spin off- History Channels “Ice Road truckers”. Rohtang valley has also attracted the attention of ever fearing ecologists who fear the use of heavy vehicles might impact the ecological balance in the region which is already suffering with melting of glaciers and sporadic rise in average temperature.
The growing ecological concern and the increasing traffic jams meant a tedious drive through the pass therefore all initiatives were taken to build a tunnel that would reduce travel time and minimize travel risks thereby leaving the pass operational throughout the year. Presently it takes about 5-6 hours to and from to reach the upper region. With the tunnel the travel time will reduce to a mere 30 minutes.
Panoramic view
Rohtang pass makes for an idyllic stop over. The region offers panoramic view of the far standing Himalayan Peaks that are clearly visible from the Pass. The vast spread of land with patches of greenery and the mountains around d the pass standing gigantically simply take your breathe away. The drive through the pass will offer you a splendid sight of an unknown waterfall. Beyond the falls at about a 51 kilometer distance is the Rahalla falls that offers a picturesque sight of the falls and the surroundings. Located on the foothills of Rohtang pass is Kothi offering a mind blowing view of the snow clad mountains and glaciers.
Shortly before Rohtang Pass is Rani Nullah an ideal place for sled rides mainly for beginners. The pass leads to Manali where you have the Hadimba temple, Tibetan monasteries, he Manali Gompa and many more attractions.