spiti valley, a high-altitude desert

spiti desert tibetan buddhist monasteries pristine landscapes remote destination surreal himalayan terrain river key monastery tabo dhankar chandratal lake kunzum pass kaza langza hikkim kibber pin national park wildlife sanctuary trekking routes mountain biking camping stargazing snow leopards ibex blue sheep cultural immersion traditional festivals chham dance losar festival spitian cuisine thukpa momos butter tea homestays guesthouses local hospitality spiritual retreat meditation yoga philosophy prayer flags wheels vistas snowcapped peaks rocky sports whitewater rafting rock climbing