Jibhi is hardly a 2 hour journey away from Aut tunnel on the Delhi-Manali Highway. It lies in Banjar Valley and is at a distance of about 8-10 km from Banjar. There are lush green pine forests with a pristine waterfall in Jibhi. Ghiyagi is a small hamlet located 4-5 kms away from Jibhi on the way to Shoja. It is so small that if you don't pay attention you will miss it, and that exactly is its charm!.
The distance of the Jalori pass from Jibhi is 12km. It is located at an elevation of 3000metres. This is a beautiful place where you can get dislodged in nature. You can listen to the minimal whispers of nature and also the sound of the breeze that flows. It is a must-visit place due to serenity brought due to the pine trees and the beautiful shapes of rocky hills. The surrounding of this place is mesmerizing, which makes it a must visit.
A sweet 5 km trek from Jalori Pass, Serolsar Lake (also called Seroyul or Sirolsar) is a beautiful high altitude lake at 10,171 feet. The trek route starts ahead of the Jalori Pass and is approachable only on foot. It takes about 2-3 hours to reach the lakeside. The way to the lake is extremely scenic and dotted with natural wonders that will make your jaw drop. The first part of the trek encounters a ridge with green mountain tops rising from both sides. This eventually gives way to dark oak forests laden with blooming flowers (in spring) and grassy meadowlands. The lake is deep in the forest and looks just like a scene out of a movie.
This tower is made up of stone and wood. The name this Kothi has got from the village named Chehni village. It is situated in the Jibhi valley just beside the Tirthan valley. You have to walk through the area as there are no roads present. It almost takes an hour to reach the destination. You can start walking either from the Shringa Rishi gate or from the villager Bihar.
Raghupur Fort is a notable spot which is accepted to be worked by Mandi rulers, to shield themselves from the intrusion. At present, not a lot is left of it except the external part of the dividers. In any case, what makes visiting this fort progressively fun is the best approach to arrive at it.
National park is one of the top places to visit in Jibhi. This is a place that will increase the thirst for natural flora and fauna. It has also a vivid fishing option which makes it worth a visit. This place is the best and most favourable spot for poaching, due to which several serious steps have been taken to protect this belt. It is quite famous among tourists..
The Jibhi Waterfalls is covered up inside the woods that can’t be seen until you are well inside the thick timberland. The spouting of water streams like music makes the entire spot charming. Little wooden scaffolds are worked close to the waterfall that gives a pleasant perspective on the spot.
This temple is visited by numerous people and is one of the most famous Jibhi tourist places. They come here, pray and seek blessings. This temple is surrounded by natural greenery and flowers which makes the visual of this temple mesmerizing. The temple is at an elevation which provides the telescopic view of the whole place. This is an important religious center for locals. The locals worship the deities of this temple, they consider this temple as very sacred.
The Budhi Nagin temple is a small, ancient temple that overlooks the Serolsar Lake on the north side. It is dedicated to the Goddess Budhi Nagin, who is considered to be the mother of all nag deities of the region like Sheshnag, Mahunag, Kamrunag etc. She is also the goddess of snakes and ghee. It is said that she has a hundred sons that guard her abode at the bottom of the lake and anyone who dares tamper with it does not meet a very good fate..
The Jibhi waterfalls should definitely be on the first-day itinerary of your Banjar Valley escapade. Located in the middle of the forest, this waterfall falls from a height into a man-made cement pool. The structure is wide enough to sit on and take plenty of photos with your friends. This is also a short 30 min hike away from the main Jibhi square.
Perched up above 1600 meters of sea level is the retreat of Tirthan Valley. Located at a perfect spot in the Kullu district of Himachal Pradesh, the valley is known for its pristine Tirthan river, icy glacial springs and verdant views at the Great Himalayan National Park.
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