The village of Vashisth is a site of some old temples dedicated to the great sage Vashisth and Lord Rama. However the area is more popular for its hot sulphur springs. Modern bathhouses, with Turkish-style showers, have the hot water piped into them for the convenience of the visitors who come here to benefit from the medicinal properties of these springs. The place is a cornucopia of traditional timber houses and modern concrete ones, divided by paved courtyards and narrow muddy lanes
Jagatsukh (6 km)
Famous for its Shiva temple built in 'Shikara' style, Jagatsukh is one of the biggest villages in Kullu district with old guesthouses and orchards. Originally known as "Nast", it remained the ancient capital of Kullu for about ten generations. The Gauri Shankar temple here was built in the 8th century and is the oldest surviving stone temples in the region. Jagatsukh is renowned for its annual Chachohli Jatra Festival.
Rohtang Pass (51 km)
The Rohtang Pass stands at an altitude of 3978 metres and the gateway to the Lahaul and Spiti valleys. It offers a panoramic view of the surrounding hills apart from the huge glaciers, precipitous cliffs and deep ravines. The pass is open from June to October each year although trekkers can cross it earlier. Beyond Rohtang pass lies the remote, and perhaps the stark and haunting landscape of predominantly Buddhist areas. The comparative inaccessibility of the area has helped preserve the pristine culture of the people of the region.
