10 Things to do in Tashiganag Village: Travel Guide for Tashigang Village

10 Things to Do in Tashigang Village

• Trek to Tashigang Village

• Meditation at ancient chortens

• A Day with Locals

• Stargazing

• Soulful Visit to Monasteries

• Kibber Wildlife Sanctuary

• Chicham Bridge

• A Visit to nearby Villages

• Taste authentic food

• Stay at homestays

1. Trek to Tashigang Village

Try out one of the most amazing adventure activities in Tashigang village, the course is somewhat difficult, with terrain ranging from well-defined trails to rocky and steep inclines. Tashigang is 14 kilometers from Kibber. The trek route presents a staggering view of the twisted mountains and that with pleasant weather.

As you approach Tashigang Village, you will pass via Gette Village in Spiti and see little lakes as well as views of snow-capped mountains and verdant grasslands. Tourists will be able to see Key Monastery from the peak. The best thing to do in Tashigang Village is to take a break from the challenging hike and sit in quiet, with the music of the wind filling the stillness. This hike from Kibber to Tashigang is a unique experience that immerses you in nature.

2. Meditation at Ancient Chortens

Tashigang village in Spiti Valley is adorned with these stupas and they serve as a focal point for Buddhist devotion and meditation, from which devotees might derive virtue. It is believed that living near or taking rounds through a chorten is said to provide positive energy, and is regarded as the greatest religious and spiritual meditation center by Buddhists. When at Tashigang Village, meditation and gaining positivity from these stupas is one of the top activities to do in Tashigang village. 

3. A Day with Locals

Spiti Valley in winter enters hibernation mode, and the villagers stock their grains and other things needed for a comfortable winter day. They utilize this time to engage in handcrafted home decor articles and knitting. If you see someone selling handmade woolen clothing, do purchase because they are their work of hardship and bring food to their tables.

4. Stargazing

Tashigang village being the remotest village renders an unobstructed view of the celestial bodies. If you want to have the finest stargazing experience possible, Tashigang Village is the place to go. 

5. Soulful Visit to Monasteries

The Monasteries in Tashigang village or nearest to Tashigang Village are the Key Monastery, Tashigang Monastery and Nako Monastery. Key Monastery in Spiti Valley is the largest monastery of the Lahaula and Spiti regions dedicated to the Sakya sect of Buddhism. This monastery is also the largest religious training center, educating nearly 200 monks. Key Monastery is an architectural wonder, with the walls of the monastery adorned with ancient paintings, thankas, Buddhist relics, and sacred sects. The monastery also houses ancient weaponry that is still used during the festivities. 

Tashigang Monastery and Nako Monastery are alluring monasteries that hold great religious significance and offer enchanting soul-searching experiences.

6. Kibber Wildlife Sanctuary

People want to experience some adventure activities in Tashigang village, and trekking in the Kibber Wildlife Sanctuary is the only way to experience the sanctuary’s challenging terrain, breathtaking views, and unique species. Siberian Ibex, Red fox, rare Pika, Himalayan Wolf, weasels, and Tibetan wild ass are some of the atypical wild animals that are found here. 

Various snow Leopard expeditions are organized at Kibber village. Wildlife photographers and enthusiasts visit Kibber Village to have a glimpse of the cold desert animals, especially Snow Leopard.

7. Chicham Bridge

Chicham Bridge is the highest bridge in Asia and is astounding in its form. This suspension bridge took 15 years to complete and cost 485 lakhs. This bridge connects Kibber to Chicham Village. Earlier there was no direct route from Kibber to Chicham Village due to a 1000ft George called Sambha Lambha Nallah. Chicham Bridge has cut down the way to Losar Village by nearly 40 Km. The view of the village and from the village to the bridge are splendid. Earlier Chicham was not known to tourists or was very less visited but after the inauguration of Chicham Bridge in 2017, Chicham has grown in popularity as more tourists can visit here.

8. A Visit to Nearby Villages

Nako Village is 50 km from Tashigang Village and is nestled along the Indo-Tibetan border. This village offers a mesmerizing view of the Himalayas and the beautiful Nako Lake which is surrounded by Nako caves and waterfalls. It is believed by the locals that the waterfall is the home of the fairies and saint Padmasambhava meditated on the banks of the lake. 

Rangrik Village is just 6 km from Kaza and 150 km from Tashigang, situated at the bank of the Spiti River, and is connected with the bridge. This village is similar to Kaza except for the fact that this village has fewer hotels and resorts and is the best place to stay in homestays here away from the tourist crowd of Kaza. This village offers a magnificent view of the green fields and the Spiti River. 

Gette is a small village with just two mud houses and a population of 10-15 people. There is nothing to do in Gette Village and no major tourist attractions. It’s just the quaint village and the serene beauty of the village that attracts the tourists. 

Khab Village in Spiti Valley is 15 km from Tashigang Village and this village is well known for Khab Sangam of Spiti and Satluj Rivers. Khab Sangam is surrounded by huge mountains on both sides.

9. Taste Authentic Food 

The food items to try in Tashigang Village are Thupka, Thenktuk, Bhey, Momos, Chhang, Butter tea, Seabuckthorn juice and churpe. To truly experience the mouth-watering dishes in Lahaula and Spiti choose to have them at any homestay where you can have the traditional dishes fresh from the Kitchen and prepared with homegrown species. Some of the cafe like Himalayan Cafe and Sol Cafe at Kaza also offers the tourists the true flavors of the cuisines of Tashigang village, Spiti and they are volunteering to spread the Spiti Valley cuisine across the world. 

10. Stay at homestays

Spiti has numerous homestays where you can stay in. These places will make you feel at home – a home away from home. The homestays in Spiti Valley are run by local families who have converted a part of their homes into homestays and welcome tourists with open hearts. They also serve home-cooked food sourced from local ingredients as well and here you can have an authentic taste of Spiti flavors which are handed down to generations. A stay at a homestay allows to experience the local customs, traditions and interact with the locals, and get to know their Spitian way of life.

How to reach Tashigang Village

There are two routes to Kaza. One is via Manali, while the other is via Shimla. The nearest railway stations to Shimla and Manali are Chandigarh and Joginder Nagar Railway Station in Pathankot. The nearest airports are Chandigarh Airport and Kullu Manali Bhuntar Airport. 

From Shimla route to Kaza is longer but is available throughout the year with little lower altitudes. While the Manali route is shorter, it is blocked for half the year during the winter. One may take a personal cab from here, although they are not budget-friendly. Shared taxis or Himachal Tourism are the most cost-effective options.