6 Not To Miss Places In Narkanda

Narkanda is situated at a height of 9000 feet and is famous for the lush greenery and its beautiful apple orchards. This town and the nearby areas should not be missed if you are around as it is surrounded by tropical forests and majestic hills. Narkanda also has a lake which is called Tannu Jabar Lake which is one of the most important tourist attractions here. There is an ancient temple near this lake which is a must-visit for all tourists and devotees coming here.

Narkanda also has many hiking trails for the adventure-seekers and also has a beautiful hill called Hatu Nag which one can trek up to or you can also take a taxi till a point and walk further During winters the way up Hatu peak becomes very slippery and gets difficult to climb if you are not wearing the proper shoes. This hill offers a panoramic view of the town below and all adventure lovers traveling to this town should go here. People go skiing to the Hatu peak during the winter. The details to plan your vacation to this little paradise are listed below.

# Hatu Peak

Hatu peak is the highest peak located in the entire Shimla district. It is located at 12,000 feet above sea level. Hatu peak is surrounded by majestic mountains and lush greenery which would bewitch you into visiting the place over and over. It is majorly covered with dense cover of maple, oak, and conifers. This greenery makes the place even more beautiful and would force you to come back. It is a great day hike from Narkanda town to the Hatu peak. You can come during the day, spend your day here at the peak enjoying the weather and the lush greenery, and start your way back in the afternoon.

There is a small temple at the top of the peak which is visited by a lot of tourists and locals in the area. It is a small wooden temple called the Hatu temple. According to local belief, the famous Hatu Mata temple is the temple of Maa Kaali. People come in great numbers on the first Sunday of Jyeshtha. You will also see an ancient stove like the formation of rocks nearby the temple. Legend says that this stove was used by the Pandavas brothers to cook their food during their Agyaat Vaas which makes it more visited by the Hindu devotees.

# Skiing in Narkanda

Narkanda is one of the oldest Skiing destinations in India. It is still lesser known than other skiing spots in India and waiting to be explored by adventure seekers. It is a very nice place to enjoy solitude in the hills and to enjoy the landscape, especially during the winter when the place is covered in snow and you get a chance to ski. It is located at an altitude of 8100 ft, the steep slopes in Narkanda are considered perfect for the skills of beginners as well as experienced skiers.

Hatu Peak as described above near Narkanda towering at 2000 ft is one of the popular ski slopes in the entire area and nearby. It is easier to reach Narkanda from the plain areas nearby and metro cities than other high-altitude skiing spots in India and it is still unexplored which makes it more thrilling and for you to enjoy your time at the most in this hill town.

# Stokes Farm

A guided tour to Stokes Farm is available. This farm is located at a distance of around 14 km from Narkanda in a small village called Thanedar. You will be smitten by the beauty of this place as soon as you arrive here. Stokes farm accounts for a fair number of apples produced in Himachal Pradesh and is a sight to behold. You will see the apple orchards located in lush greenery and mountains all around. Walking amidst these apple orchards is one of the unique experiences this town has to offer, and it should not be missed.

Satyanand Stokes started the cultivation of apples in the region which has led to the upliftment of the economic condition of the entire area. These farms in addition to the cultivation of apple in the area have also given employment to a lot of locals in the area. These enthralling farms are named after the man himself and are known for delighting the tourists with the beauty of apples growing in lush greenery.

# Tannu Jubbar Lake

Tannu Jubbar lake is quite a picnic spot in the area. This lake is surrounded by lush greenery which makes it more attractive to the people visiting the place. You can go for a walk with your loved ones around the lake and you can go for a picnic in this beautiful place with your friends and family.

Tannu Jubbar lake is one of the most visited places in Narkanda and should not be missed if you are here. You can also enjoy boating in this lake with your friend and family. The lake is located around Naag Devta temple which is a shrine dedicated to the God of Snakes. The dramatic foliage encircling the lake enables an abundance of opportunities for nature photographers and peace-seekers.

# Jau-Baug

Jau Baug has beautiful meadows and is a sight to behold. You should not miss visiting Jau Baug if you are in Narkanda. It is located at a distance of around 10 km from the main town. The place is only open from 6 AM to 6 PM on all days. This is the best place where you can go for a walk with your friends, family, and loved ones and stay for the day to enjoy the lush beauty and to calm your nerves away from the city crowd and the chaotic life. It is an ideal place for nature lovers and nature photographers as you this place is like a wallpaper you can capture in your camera and behold as your memory.

# Kacheri and Mahamaya Temple

Kacheri is a small place located around 7 to 10 km from Narkanda and it owes its popularity to the age-old Mahamaya temple which attracts thousands of devotees every year. The temple is located at a beautiful scenic location and is covered by dense pine and deodar trees. You will also see the deodar trees in the panoramic view. Kacheri is quite an unspoiled hamlet and is not visited by many tourists so far.

It indeed is a very good idea to plan your vacation at Kacheri soon. It is just 500 meters walk from Oddi and is also an ideal location for hiking and picnic. You will see a few people sitting and enjoying their time in the area. This place also encompasses Mahamaya temple which stands among the top places to visit in Narkanda and is highly worshipped by the devotees of Goddess Kali.