Malana Village & Chandrakhani Pass
Region: Manali, Himachal Pradesh | Grade: Moderate | Max. Altitude: 12,000 ft | Age Group: Above 15 Yrs.
(Malana the Oldest Democracy of the World)
Malana is the most enchanting trek available in the Kullu Valley. This solitary village is isolated from the rest of the world can match the most beautiful scenery found anywhere in the world. The majestic peaks of Chandrakhani and Deotibba shadow the village. Deep forest lush green valleys dominated by the Malana Glacier, all add up to a magnificent trekking experience. Malana is a tribal village and has its own lifestyle and social structure with its very own government.
It is one of the oldest democracies in the world.
The story goes on to show that Greeks, under the rule of ‘Alexander the Great’, penetrated as far as Malana village. Remnants of the army intermarried and developed Malana Village Society.
Malani’s are very strict in following customs and traditions. Permission must be obtained from the head of the village to visit important places. Visitors must pay particular attention not to touch any sacred object, place or monument. If this does occur visitors have to pay a forfeit sum required to purify the touched place/object.
ITINERARY
Day 01: Arrival at Solang (Trek to Shivling)
Day 02: Manali – Nagger (Drive) – Trek to Rumsu (stay)
Day 03: Trek to Chandrakhani Base (stay)
Day 04: Trek to Chandrakhani pass – Nagruni (stay)
Day 05: Trek to Grahan Thach (stay)
Day 06: Trek to Malana (stay)
Day 07: Trek to Jari and drive back to Manali
Day 08: Departure after Breakfast