Sangla means ‘Pass of Light’ in the Tibetian language referring to the sunlight received by the Valley during the day. Sangla is also crowned with the tag ‘Switzerland of India’. This scenic town delighting tourists with its mesmerizing Himalayan ranges, pine forest, and dense Oak forest, gushing glacier streams, and the pristine Baspa River flowing through the Sangla Valley also carries a great Tibetan influence. Sangla Valley is undoubtedly a bliss for nature lovers relishing in the calmness and sterile environment of this all raw destination of Himachal Pradesh. Till the year 1989, a visit to Sangla valley was limited to permits for outsiders as it is located close to the China border. The reason for that is Sangla is close to the India and China border Sangla is famous for the Apple orchards in Sangla. Sangla Valley is one of the most important apple-growing regions of Himachal Pradesh. Sangla Valley also abodes beautiful Apricot Orchards. One should miss a chance to feast on this region’s red juicy apples and the feel explosion of its rich flavors on the taste buds. The locals here work in Apple plantations and tourism-related businesses from April to November as the major source of income in Sangla Valley remains Apple plantations and tourism. The locals here also produce apple wine which is recommended to wine lovers. Curiosity for the culture and tradition is a general emotion while visiting a place, one can experience those by trying the local costumes, traditions ad lifestyles of the Tibetian and Hindu habitats of this region. One can also visit the local huts located in the meadows of the Sangla Valley with the spectacle of the Kinnaur Kailash Mountain Ranges.  Along with the memories, a tourist also takes back souvenirs from a destination. There are many options for souvenirs in Sangla like apples, handwoven Shawls, Kinnauri Caps, and wooden items exquisitely designed hand-carved from Tibetian Wood Carving Center. The famous festival of Sangla Valley is ‘Fulainch’ is an annual flower festival celebrated with complete enthusiasm. Sangla is a good-to-go destination for all types of tourists as the tow is base for many adventurous high altitude treks luring the adventure junkies and amazing exhibition of culture, history, and tradition pleasing the holidaymakers.

Best time to visit Sangla Valley 

Sangla Valley in Summers ( April- June)

As the snow melts with the arrival of summer in Sangla Valley, the land becomes extra vibrant with colorful sets of blooms and greenery. It is one of the best times to explore the valley and for outdoor activities. The temperature of Sangla Valley in summer ranges from 8℃-30℃. Summers in Sangla is not too hot and has pleasant weather throughout the season.  

Sangla Valley Temperature 

Sangla Valley in April: The temperature of Sangla Valley in April ranges maximum from 11℃  and falls minimum-till 1℃.
Sangla Valley in May: The temperature of Sangla Valley in May ranges maximum from 15℃ and falls minimum-till 3℃
Sangla Valley in June: The temperature of Sangla Valley in June ranges maximum from 19℃ and falls minimum-till 8℃.

Sangla Valley in Monsoon ( July- September)

Sangla in monsoon has a fresh environment with thick fog covering the distant views of the surrounding mountains. The Himalayan flora of Sangla are in complete bloom and the valley is greener than ever while in monsoons. The valley is beautifully decorated by nature it is still risky for tourists to visit Sangla in the monsoon due to the risk of landslides. The temperature in Sangla Valley during Monsoon ranges from 10℃ to 21℃.

Sangla Valley Temperature 

Sangla Valley in July: The temperature of  Sangla Valley in July ranges maximum from 20℃ and falls minimum-till 12℃.
Sangla Valley in August: The temperature of Sangla Valley in August ranges maximum from 21℃ and falls minimum-till 12℃.
Sangla Valley in September: The temperature of Sangla Valley in September ranges maximum from 21℃ to 10℃.

Sangla Valley in Winters ( October - March)

Sangla Valley in winters receives heavy snowfall, the weather remains chilling cold. The Valley turns into a beautiful land covered in white snow looking like a canvas. It is recommended to avoid visiting Sangla Valley in winters as the roads are blocked by heavy snowfall also there is the least scope of sightseeing. The temperature in Sangla Valley in Winters can fall till-10℃

Sangla Valley Temperature 

Sangla Valley in October: The temperature of Sangla Valley in October ranges maximum from 15℃ and falls minimum-till 3℃
Sangla Valley in November: The temperature of Sangla Valley in November ranges maximum from 10℃ and falls minimum-till -1℃
Sangla Valley in December: The temperature of Sangla Valley in December ranges maximum from 5℃ and falls minimum-till -6℃
Sangla Valley in January: The temperature of Sangla Valley in January ranges maximum from 1℃ and falls minimum-till -8℃
Sangla Valley in February: The temperature of Sangla Valley in February ranges maximum from 5℃ and falls minimum-till -7℃
Sangla Valley in March: The temperature of Sangla Valley in March ranges from maximum from 7℃ and falls minimum-till -4