Kinnaur Kailash Range is perched at an average elevation of 6,050 m above mean sea level in
Kinnaur Valley. It is the most spectacular range in the
Himalayas.
The pilgrimage around the Kinnaur Kailash (Kinnaur Kailash Parikrama) is considered holy by both the
Hindus and the
Buddhists. According to Hindu Mythology Kinnaur Kailash is the legendary home of
Lord Shiva who is said to retire here each winter to meditate. It has a huge
Shivling, which is the symbolic representation of Lord Shiva.
Baspa Valley (Sangla Valley) is one of the prime attraction.
Some of the prominent peaks in Kinnaur Kailash Range are Jorkaden Peak(6,474 m), Kinnaur Kailash Peak (6,500 m), Phawarang Peak(6,349 m) and Saro Peak(6,080 m).
Kinnaur Kailash Range trek begins from the charming village of
Kinnaur District,
Kalpa. The best time for hiking is from May to September.
The nearest
railway station and
airport are at
Shimla.
