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Karsog Valley & Kamaksha Devi

Karsog, Himachal Pradesh, India

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Overview

An apple-and-wheat bowl of timber temples — Kamaksha Devi's carved dark sanctum, Mamleshwar's giant 'Bhima's drum' and orchard homestays.

Why visit: Old-wood Himachal at its purest, a valley of working temples.

Things to do

›Kamaksha Devi temple
›Mamleshwar Mahadev
›Chindi orchards
›Shikari Devi approach

Temple TrailOrchard WalksVillage Stays

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Travel Information

Best time

Mar–Jun & Sep–Dec

Entry fee

Free

Est. budget

₹800–2,000

Duration

1–2 days

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