{"id":406,"date":"2019-02-10T12:13:52","date_gmt":"2019-02-10T12:13:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/routeprints.wpengine.com\/?p=406"},"modified":"2020-01-05T14:21:58","modified_gmt":"2020-01-05T14:21:58","slug":"barot-valley","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/routeprints.com\/barot-valley\/","title":{"rendered":"Barot Valley &#8211; Heaven in Himachal"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>When it comes to Himachal Pradesh, we all know that there\u2019s Kullu, Shimla, Mandi, Chamba, Spiti and many more, which are home to scenic towns and snow-capped mountains. Why not traverse through the unexplored and unexploited landscapes of the place? I am talking about the magnificent village situated in the soothing valleys of Mandi. Barot Valley, known by a few has now become a rising tourist spot for those who have this special place for mountains in their heart. For those who don\u2019t know that already, Barot Valley is definitely one of the <g class=\"gr_ gr_34 gr-alert gr_spell gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim ContextualSpelling multiReplace gr-progress\" id=\"34\" data-gr-id=\"34\">best-hidden<\/g> gems of Himachal and I\u2019ll be taking you on a tour of this attractive valley and tell you everything about the place. Here we go. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"528\" height=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/routeprints.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Barot-Valley8-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-410\" srcset=\"https:\/\/routeprints.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Barot-Valley8-1.jpg 528w, https:\/\/routeprints.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Barot-Valley8-1-300x199.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 528px) 100vw, 528px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_63 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">This Blog Includes<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-66167b49b8e56\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-66167b49b8e56\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/routeprints.com\/barot-valley\/#How_to_reach_Barot_Valley\" title=\"How to reach Barot Valley?\">How to reach Barot Valley?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/routeprints.com\/barot-valley\/#Best_time_to_visit_Barot\" title=\"Best time to visit Barot?\">Best time to visit Barot?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/routeprints.com\/barot-valley\/#What_to_do_when_in_Barot\" title=\"What to do when in Barot?\">What to do when in Barot?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/routeprints.com\/barot-valley\/#Fishing_in_Uhl\" title=\"Fishing in Uhl: \">Fishing in Uhl: <\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/routeprints.com\/barot-valley\/#Nargu_Wildlife_Sanctuary\" title=\"Nargu Wildlife Sanctuary: \">Nargu Wildlife Sanctuary: <\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/routeprints.com\/barot-valley\/#Trekking\" title=\"Trekking\">Trekking<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/routeprints.com\/barot-valley\/#Nature_Camping\" title=\"Nature Camping\">Nature Camping<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_reach_Barot_Valley\"><\/span><strong>How to reach Barot Valley?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Barot is situated in the beautiful valley of Uhl at a distance of 40 km from the town of Jogindernagar and about 66 km from Mandi. Reaching Barot, Himachal Pradesh is easily approachable from both Delhi and Chandigarh and you can take any means of transport, be it railway, road, or air. You can even have access to public buses from Jogindernagar, Palampur, and Mandi in order to reach Barot, and for a more adventurous moment <a href=\"https:\/\/routeprints.com\/kheerganga-trek\/\">must try KheerGanga trek<\/a> if you are in Himachal Pradesh.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Jogindernagar railway station is of course, the nearest railway station and will take around 2 hours to reach the mesmerizing green valley of Barot. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.prokerala.com\/travel\/airports\/india\/kullu-manali-airport.html\">Kullu Manali Airport<\/a> is the nearest airport from Barot and is around 3.5 hours away from your destination. Whereas, some people even prefer to go by public transport or rented cabs via the picturesque NH154 and NH3. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_time_to_visit_Barot\"><\/span><strong>Best time to visit Barot?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Well, whether in Barot Valley usually remains fairly moderate that means not very hot in summers and not extremely cold in winters. If you\u2019re planning to pay a visit to Barot in summers, choose any month in between April and June. If winter is the season you\u2019ve decided to be a guest of this beautiful valley then make it between November to February for exploring and sightseeing this engaging place. Also, try not to be there during monsoons because the place receives heavy rainfall because of the nearby dense forests. All in all, Barot is one of the best weekend getaways and the right duration to experience this beauty and staying in there can be 3 days. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/routeprints.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/BarotValley658-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-409\" srcset=\"https:\/\/routeprints.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/BarotValley658-1.jpg 750w, https:\/\/routeprints.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/BarotValley658-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/routeprints.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/BarotValley658-1-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_do_when_in_Barot\"><\/span><strong>What to do when in Barot?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fishing_in_Uhl\"><\/span><strong>Fishing in Uhl: <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Uhl River is the one and only natural water body of the valley and is one of the amazing attraction of the place since it allows its tourists to enjoy different outdoor activities and fishing is considered the most enjoyable activities out there. Also, trout fishing is the most famous activity in the valley and the favorite place for the anglers. You need to permission in advance from the Trout Farm Office if you really want to perform this activity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nargu_Wildlife_Sanctuary\"><\/span><strong>Nargu Wildlife Sanctuary: <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This heavenly wildlife sanctuary is situated on the other side of the Uhl River and yet another attraction of the valley. The sanctuary is the ideal place for a wide range of flora and fauna. One gets to see various animal species here like Ghoral, Black Bear, and the Himalayan Monal. Also, the way for the trek to Kullu passes through the dense parts of the sanctuary and one can have the best experience exploring the area away from the wild animals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Trekking\"><\/span><strong>Trekking<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Trekking is definitely one of the best parts you can do when in Barot because there are a number of trails around the valley that are preferred for trekking like Bada Bhangal, Kullu, Manali, Kothi, and Billing. Barot to Kothi trek is considered the best trail, which is a 13km trek that passes through gorgeous cedar and pine woods with such divine surroundings and allows you to eyewitness the real beauty of nature. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/routeprints.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Trekking-view-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1436\" srcset=\"https:\/\/routeprints.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Trekking-view-1.png 1000w, https:\/\/routeprints.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Trekking-view-1-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/routeprints.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Trekking-view-1-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/routeprints.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Trekking-view-1-600x400.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nature_Camping\"><\/span><strong>Nature Camping<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Another attraction and outdoor activity in Barot valley is nature camping. You can go for the Thandi Golai camping site, which is mere 1.5km away from the Barot\u2019s main market. The place is the best peaceful and undisturbed area where you can just enjoy lying in the lap of nature. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, before you leave\nfor this beauteous valley make sure you have done the booking prior to leaving\nand confirm the stay. Ensure that you trekking and camping in groups. You\nshould be readily available with your important trekking and camping gears like\nwater, snacks, first-aid, and warm clothes. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When it comes to Himachal Pradesh, we all know that there\u2019s Kullu, Shimla, Mandi, Chamba, Spiti and many more, which&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":6921,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[100],"tags":[136,137,135],"acf":[],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/routeprints.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/406"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/routeprints.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/routeprints.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/routeprints.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/routeprints.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=406"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/routeprints.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/406\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/routeprints.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/6921"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/routeprints.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=406"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/routeprints.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=406"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/routeprints.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=406"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}