Historical Places in Kullu

Blessed with natural beauty, the resort town of Kullu is all about lush greens, a fresh flowing river and a pleasant climate. It’s also home to various sites of worship and the base point for many treks and high altitude mountain peak visits.

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Kullu

Things To See & Do

Naggar Castle

Naggar Castle

Old Palace Museum
Made of stone and wood, in Naggar town in Kullu district, Naggar Castle is a beautiful remnant of the bygone era. It’s nestled within green hilly forests and overlooks jawdropping Himalayan vistas.

3-4 hours

Suggested Time

Dhakpo Shedrupling Monastery

Dhakpo Shedrupling Monastery

Buddhist Place of Worship
Home to Buddhist monks, the calm monastery is situated on the banks of Beas. It’s dedicated to the Dalai Lama and is an hour away from Kullu Bus Stand.

4 hours

Suggested Time

Best Time To Visit Kullu

Summers and Winters

  • APR-JUN

    Peak Season

  • JUL-NOV

    Moderate Season

  • DEC-MAR

    Off-season

  • What To Expect:Lush valleys, a swollen Beas because of the melting snow, pleasant weather and a rush of tourists.
  • Things You'll Love:Snow clad mountains, river-rafting, paragliding and souvenir shopping.

FESTIVALS AND EVENTS

Shamshi Virshu FairApril

Pipal JatraApril

Mela BhuntarJune/July

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More about Historical Places in Kullu

Here are a few quick facts about Kullu to make your travel safe and easy. Kullu is a Hills & Mountains destination. The best time to visit Kullu is April, May and June. Since this is the peak season expect a little crowd during this time. October, November, December, January, February and March period experiences moderate weather. So, you can easily avoid facing a large gathering.

In peak season you can expect lush valleys, a swollen Beas because of the melting snow, pleasant weather and a rush of tourists, whereas in off-season, tourists expect rain and problems in going out. Landslides can cause some roads to be shut. In moderate seasons, most of the expectation is snowfall followed with bouts of crisp sunshine, lesser crowd and cleaner places. In Kullu, the festivals of Shamshi Virshu Fair, Pipal Jatra and Mela Bhuntar are celebrated when a large number of tourists flock together. The festivals are celebrated in the month of April, April and June/July respectively. So, if you are fond of bustling streets and localities, choose this time of the year to travel.

If your travel seems incomplete without getting into some fun activities then you will love to get indulged in snow clad mountains, river-rafting, paragliding and souvenir shopping. In moderate season you will love to get indulged in skiing and other winter sports. Beautiful views of the snow.

Whilst in Kullu, we also recommend that you pay a visit to some of the most popular places which are Basheshwar Mahadev Temple, Jagganathi Temple and Naggar Castle.

FAQs - Frequently Asked Questions about Kullu

What are the things that you should not miss out on when you are in Kullu?

If you are a true traveller, you should definitely not miss out on Basheshwar Mahadev Temple, Jagganathi Temple, and Naggar Castle when you are in Kullu to make a funfilled vacay.

For which type of travelling is Kullu a perfect destination?

Kullu is a perfect destination for Hills & Mountains themed holidays.

What are the best places to visit in Kullu?

The most loved attractions in Kullu are Basheshwar Mahadev Temple, Jagganathi Temple and Naggar Castle.