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Barot Valley

Quiet Uhl River valley known for forests, trout, walking and dam-era heritage.

Photo: Harvinder Chandigarh · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons

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01 — The story

The story

A forested river valley blends trout streams with the story of an early hydroelectric project.

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02 — About

About Barot Valley

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We’re still writing about Barot Valley: its history, what’s there and why it’s worth the trip.

03 — Plan your visit

Plan your visit

When to go

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Good time to go This month

Best season
Spring and autumn
Time of day
Morning walks; late afternoon views
Crowds
Moderate

Time and effort

Easy–moderate

Time needed
1–2 days

Tickets and permits

Entry fee
No general valley ticket; fishing requires checking local rules/licences.
Parking
Parking in village areas; roads can be narrow.
Permits
Check forest, fishing and local access rules.

On the ground

Local food
Trout, siddu, local thali

Stay safe

River currents are strong and mobile service patchy in places.

Where it is

Mandi, Himachal Pradesh

32.04° N 76.85° E