अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले प्रश्न (FAQs)
Is Chandra Valley open to visit in winter now?
Yes. Thanks to the Atal Tunnel beneath the Rohtang Pass, the lower Chandra Valley (Koksar and Sissu) is accessible by road year-round, subject to short weather closures during heavy winter blizzards.
Where does the Chandra River meet the Bhaga River?
The Chandra River meets the Bhaga River at Tandi (approx. 8 km south of Keylong) to form the Chandrabhaga River, which flows downstream into Jammu & Kashmir as the Chenab River.
What is the famous waterfall in Chandra Valley?
The Sissu Waterfall (locally known as the Labrang Fall) is a dramatic glacial cascade plunging over 50 metres down the cliff face directly opposite Sissu village across the Chandra River.
How long does it take to reach Sissu from Manali?
With the Atal Tunnel, the 40-kilometre drive from Manali to Sissu takes only about 1 hour under normal summer road conditions.
What is the elevation of Chandra Valley?
The elevation of the valley floor ranges from approximately 2,850 metres at Tandi to 3,060 metres at Koksar, and over 4,300 metres near its headwaters at Kunzum Pass.