Kunzum Passकुंजुम दर्रा
The pass into Spiti, marked with prayer flags and a small temple.
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Lahaul and Spiti
Lahaul and Spiti
Best time to visit15 June to 30 September
Good seasonsSummer (March to May), Monsoon (June to September)
DifficultyModerate
Height4551 m above sea level
Time neededHalf day
Base and nearbyKaza, Kaza
EntryFree
ClosuresUsually closed 1 November to 14 June. The pass is closed by heavy snow from November to mid June.
About Kunzum Pass
A pass at 4,551 metres between the Lahaul and Spiti valleys, with a Kunzum Devi temple, many prayer flags and a glacier view. Vehicles circle the temple three times for good luck. The pass is the gateway to the Spiti valley from the Manali side and is shut in winter.
What to see and do
- Pass at 4,551 m
- Kunzum Devi temple
- Prayer flags
- Gate to Spiti from Manali
- Closed in winter
Part of The Himalaya.
Opening status, best time and closures here are estimates from usual seasons and past patterns, not live information. Confirm with the local authority before you go. Terms of use
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