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Sethan




Sethan is a charming village is located 12 km from Manali in Kullu District. The village lies at an elevation of about 2,600 m, on the Manali – Chandra Tal Lake - Baralacha Pass trek route. It nestles among dense forests of silver oak, conifer and pine. The entire region offers panoramic views of the Kullu Valley and Manali Pass. Prini (6 km), Hamta Pass, Chhika, Juara, Rauli Khol and Shiagouru are located nearby. It is an ideal base for trekking and mountaineering. Base camps are available.

The villagers are simple and traditional Buddhists. They live here only in summer. In the winter they move into the Kullu Valley. Farming vegetables is their main occupation.

Kullu Manali Airport at Bhuntar is the nearest airport. Chandigarh Railway Station and Joginder Nagar Railway Station are the nearest railway stations.



Updated on 7th June, 2005
District: Kullu

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