Sissu
सिस्सू
A small village in the Lahaul Valley just outside the northern portal of the Atal Tunnel, framed by a towering waterfall, the Chandra River and snow peaks. A day trip is enough to take in its wilderness scenery.
Sissu lies in the Lahaul Valley. Since the Atal Tunnel opened, it has been only about 40 km and 1.5 hours by car from Manali. Across from the village, a waterfall several hundred metres long drops down a cliff face. Beside it are the gravel banks and a small lake of the Chandra River, and snow peaks rise in the distance. The scene is a striking contrast to the lush Kullu Valley. In winter the snow covers everything, and Sissu is a popular snow destination. In summer you can visit nearby Gepan Monastery. At about 3,100 metres the weather changes quickly, so bring warm clothing. Queues at the tunnel entrance are long in peak season, so set out early.
Opening hours
All day