Kaza Market & Spiti River
4.4
Kaza2-3 hours
MarketRiverWalk
About
The Kaza market is a single street of small shops selling Tibetan shawls, sea-buckthorn products, and yak-wool socks. Beyond it, a short walk drops down to the Spiti river, where a pedestrian bridge crosses to the opposite bank. The combination of market, river, and mountains is the defining view of Kaza, a key town for those wondering 'where is Kaza in India?'.
Highlights
What makes this place special
01
Sea-Buckthorn Shops
Local cooperatives in Kaza sell jams, juices, and oils made from sea-buckthorn berries that grow wild in the valley.
02
Spiti River Bridge
A pedestrian bridge over the Spiti river with the cold desert mountains rising behind it is an iconic image of Kaza.
Things to Know
Tips for your visit
- •Most shops open 10 AM to 7 PM
- •Buy sea-buckthorn jam — a valley speciality
- •ATM in the market is often out of cash
- •Carry printed copies of permits for Kinnaur-bound travel
- •Riverside walks are best in late afternoon
