Barot

An exotic hill station at a 1½-hour drive from the town. The main reservoirs on Uhl river for Shanan and Bassi hydel projects are located here. It offers angling, fishing, trekking, camping and other activities. It is 1820 metres above sea level and offers cool and pleasant weather whole the year. It is 25 km off National Highway 20. The diversion to Barot is at a village, Ghatasani, 14 km from Jogindernagar and 35 km from Mandi. This bye road passes through Jhatingri and Tikkan. From Tikkan, the road runs along the Uhl river till Barot. A major portion of this road is single lane, though not one way. Barot is a frequent backpacker and day tourist destination. Many trekking trails pass through Barot, including trails to Bada Bhangal, Manali and Kullu. Most of the day tourists as attracted by the serene surroundings and cheap availability of accommodation. Of late, Barot is also developing into an angling destination. The Uhl river supports Trout breeding and Barot has a few fish farms. Across the river Uhl is the Nargu Wildlife Sanctuary, home to Ghoral, Himalayan Black Bear and a variety of pheasants. Barot is connected by public buses to Mandi, Jogindernagar and Palampur.