temple · Lahaul · 2,760 m

Taxi to Trilokinath Temple (Lahaul)

Trilokinath in Lahaul valley is a rare Shiva-Avalokitesvara shrine — worshipped as Shiva by Hindus and as Avalokitesvara by Buddhists. White marble idol; the only Shiva temple with Tibetan Buddhist rituals.

Best time
Jun–Oct. Snow-closed Nov–May.
Altitude
2,760 m
Region
Lahaul
Cheapest fare
2,500

Taxi fares to Trilokinath Temple (Lahaul)

One-way fares from major cities. Round trip is roughly 1.8× the one-way price (driver's return day built in). All fares include tolls, parking & driver allowance.

FromDistanceTimeSedanSUVInnova
Dharamshala83 km3 hrs2,5003,1003,900Details
Manali103 km3 hrs2,5003,1003,900Details
Kullu133 km4 hrs2,5003,1003,900Details
Kasol144 km4 hrs2,5003,1003,900Details
Mandi163 km5 hrs2,8003,5004,300Details
Shimla273 km8 hrs4,6005,8007,100Details
Chandigarh326 km10 hrs5,5006,9008,500Details
Delhi696 km21 hrs12,80016,00019,800Details

Why visit Trilokinath Temple (Lahaul)

  • Dual Hindu-Buddhist worship
  • White marble Avalokitesvara idol
  • Only Shiva temple with Tibetan puja
  • Reach via Udaipur (Lahaul)
  • Combine with Mrikula Devi temple
  • Open Jun–Oct only
Practical note: No permit. Reach via Atal Tunnel → Keylong → Udaipur.

Which vehicle for Trilokinath Temple (Lahaul)?

Sedan (Dzire/Etios)

Couples & solo travellers. Fine for tarred roads up to Manali/Shimla/Dharamshala.

SUV (Ertiga/XL6)

Families of 4-5, moderate luggage, better ground clearance for last-mile rough stretches.

Innova Crysta

High-altitude routes (Kaza, Chandratal), 6 pax + luggage, best comfort on long drives.

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