"Discover traditional culture in the Himalayas."
Himachal Pradesh is undoubtedly hone to some of the most beautiful hill stations you can ever visit. It has some panoramic views of the Pir Panjal, Dhauladhar, Kailash Parvat, and other mountain ranges which make it a heaven for all the lovers of mountains and all things natural. While hill stations like Shimla, Manali, Kasol, etc., are quite popular among the travelers, this hilly state also houses a serene and untouched hilly hamlet called Kalpa. And even within Kapla, there is an even smaller and non-commercialized town called Batseri Village.
Batseri Village, Kalpa is a serene little village in the snowy tehsil of Kalpa. Located in the Kinnaur District, Batseri Village offers some of the most stunning views of the Himalayas. If you are looking for solitude in a place that offers you picturesque views of the Great Himalayas, Batseri village is where you should head to. It is the perfect place to explore nature’s beauty and find unexplored places to relax.
Traveler Tips
As Batseri village is located on a height, the temperature drops down below zero on most part of the year. So, it is always advised to all those traveling to Batseri village for a holiday to carry enough warm clothes. Make sure you have adequate clothes to get you through the sub-zero temperature. Even if you are visiting during the summer season ,the temperature can be pretty low.
Things to Do
If you want to know what things you can do in Batseri Village then there is not much it offers other than peace of mind, body, and soul. You can view some of the most stunning views of the Himalayas while relaxing in your accommodation. Apart from that, you can go on a nature walk along the village and other neighboring villages to know the culture and the traditions of the people. The people of all the villages in Kalpa district are very friendly and can offer you some amazing home-cooked food that is native to their region itself.
You can also visit the Buddha Temple that is located in this village and is popular among the tourists. Apart from that, you can also buy handicrafts, shawls, and other local artifacts made by the people to keep as souvenirs from the local market of Batseri village.
Availability
You can visit the Batseri village from Manali and from Shimla to reach the Kinnaur District. This village is largely unavailable during the winters. Snow fall starting from the months of October and November continues continuously through December, January, and February. Hence, the roads are inaccessible due to the heavy snow. So, it is not very easy to reach the Batseri village during this part of the year.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit any village in Kalpa would be no other than the months between May and September to Mid-October. However, it is also advisable to avoid traveling there during the monsoon months as there could be landslide due to continuous rain.
How to Reach
Batseri Village is one of the 109 villages that make up the Sangla block. It is situated at a distance of just one kilometer from the district center Reckong Peo. State government buses by HRTC ply regularly between Reckong Peo and state capital like Shimla and Manali. You can reach Shimla by air or by road and take this bus to reach Reckong Peo and then you can either walk or take a car or bike to reach Batseri village. Apart from that, the roads to Reckong Peo are now well-paved and the thrill-seekers can drive a car to here as well. Regular service of shared Sumo cars and other taxis is also another means to reach Batseri village. Once you have reached Reckong Peo, you need to walk a kilometer amidst the beautiful landscapes along the Baspa river to reach Batseri Village.
Interesting Facts and Trivia About
The best part about reach Batseri village is the path that takes one there. It is through a lush green landscape that is fringed by tall Deodar trees. You also need to cross a beautiful spring and a stunning natural bridge that is made with cantilevered wood logs to reach here.
