5 Best Hot Water Springs in Himachal Pradesh
As you already know Himachal Pradesh is well known for its Hot Water Springs, so today we will discuss 5 out of them, Some of them provide a exciting trekking option. Here you can go and get relaxed in the lap of mother nature during snowfall in Himachal Pradesh.
1) Tattapani hot water springs
Tattapani hot spring is located in Karsog, Mandi, although it is not very far from district Shimla so many times people think it is in Shimla. It is situated at the right bank of River Satluj. It is a sulfur spring, which is also known for its medicinal values. During the monsoon when the water level in the river rises you can not find hot water here, but it offers a great view of submerged trees in the river. Tattapani hot water spring is also famous for spiritual reasons, many devotees visit Tattapani every year. Apart from Tattapani Karsog is also famous for tourist destinations like Kamrunag lake and temple and Mahunag temple.
2) Manali hot spring or Vashisht hot water springs, Kullu
Vashisht water hot spring which is not very far from Famous tourist attraction manali, also known as Manali hot spring. Vashisht is just a 15 minute rise away from Manali. There is a temple here known as Vashisht Temple. It is dedicated to Rishi Vashisht, who was the ‘kulguru’ of Lord Ram. Manali hot spring is located at Beas River. The place where tourists take hot water baths is known as Vashisht Kund, it is believed that this water has the capability of curing many skin disease.
3) Kheerganga hot spring, Kullu
Kheerganga hot spring, sometimes known as Kasol hot spring, is about 26 km from Kullu. It is also a Sulphur spring. To reach this place you need to undergo a beautiful trek, from Kasol to kheerganga. This place is mostly covered in snow and water appears to be white here that is why the name came to Kheerganga. It is also a very famous pilgrim place as the son of lord Shiv, Kartikey came here and meditated for thousands of years.
4) Jeori hot water spring
Jeori hot spring is in district Kinnaur of himachal pradesh. It is another tourist destination well known for its hot water spring. you can find this hot spring on your way to Spiti valley. There are temples of lord Shiv and Lord Hanuman here. It is said that Lord Shiv himself blessed this place hence this is a very auspicious place for the devotees that come to get a dip in Jeori Hot spring and clean their sins.
5) Tatwani hot water spring, kangra
Tatwani hot spring is in district Kangra at an altitude of 2866m from the sea level. You can reach this place via about a 3 hour trek. You can also stay here in camps at night but there is no toilet facility here. In Tatwani hot spring you can either take a bath inside a fully covered pool or you can get a dip inside the river “”Gaj. There are many tourist attractions in district kangra like: pong dam, Dharamshala cricket stadium, Triund trek, Bhagsunag, Bir Billing etc.
We hope you like this article about 5 most famous hot springs of himachal pradesh. These types of tourist attractions are very unique as you can enjoy snow and hot water here simultaneously. The trekking option is also available here as a cherry on the top. These places are famous due to both spiritual and tourism purposes. Share this article with your friends to plan your next trip in one of these hot springs. Thank you.