Situated at the height of 2960m above the sea level and about 110 km from Sarahan, Kalpa is beautiful and main village of Kinnaur across the river facing majestic mountains of Kinner-Kailash range.

Places of interest in and Around Kalpa

Recong Peo :
(2670m) located 240 kms from Shimla, 7 kms from Powari and 13 kms from Kalpa. Recong Peo is the Headquarter of the district Kinnaur. Provides fine view of the Kinner Kailash.

Kothi :
Just 3 km from Recong Peo. Kothi has an ancient temple dedicated to the goddess Chanadika Devi. Set against a backdrop of mountains of deodar the temple has an unsual architectural style and fine sculpture. An exquisite gold image of the goddess is enshrined in the sanctrum.

Sangla Valley :
If a landscape had the powers of casting spells, then the Sangla Valley would be a magician-extraordinary. Once seen, it is a place that can never be forgotten. Even the rushing waters of the Baspa river, that flows through its 95 km length, seem to absorb some of the magic and slow down to savour its snow-framed beauty.

2km from Sangla is the fort of Kamru (3000m) its tower like architecture, resembles that of the Bhimakali complex and this was the original seat of the rulers of Bushehar, Chitkul (3450) is the last village of the Valley and beyond lies Tibet. The area is well known for its saffron farms and the Baspa river is an excellent place for angling for trout. The Hotel Shrikhand acts as the perfect base to visit the enchanting valley.

Riba (2745m) :
Just 18km from Powari on NH-22 is Riba, famous for its vineyards and local wine "Angoori" that is made from the grapes.

Jangi (2790m) :
26 km from Powari, the inner border is located here beyond which foreigners require permit to travel upto Tabo. From this point the famous Kinner Kailash Parikarama Trek starts touching Morang. Thangi and Kunocharang villages and entering Chitkul village in Sangla Valley.

Puh (2837m) :
Lush green fields orchards of apricot vineyards and almond trees, are to be seen on the route of Puh. Just 58km from Powari along the NH-22, Puh has rest house and hotel facilities.

Nako (3662m) :
117 km from Kalpa. In Hangrang valley is the largest vilage above sea level. It is also famous for Nako Lake which has boating facilities in summer and during winter its frozen surface is used for ice skating. Buddhist monastery is located here.