Himachal Tourism

Himachal Pradesh travel is a must for an avid traveler, especially for someone who loves landscape, mountains and Natural beauty. The world's largest and highest mountain range; Himalayas traverse through the state of Himachal Pradesh. This state is one of the top tourist destinations of India with enchanting and picturesque hill stations.

The winters are extremely chill but summers are warm in Himachal Pradesh, India. The best time to visit Himachal Tourism is during spring, which extends from February to April.

The enchanting hilly region Himachal Pradesh has a rich and varied history. The most astounding fact the historians have discovered is that about 2 millions years ago prehistoric men lived in the regions of Kangra and Sirsa valleys.

References also abound in the Vedas, the Mahabharata and other ancient literatures and myths. Since then the regions has seen through many ups and downs of Indian history. Once Himachal Pradesh became a state in 1950, Shimla, once the summer capital of the British India, became its capital.

Places to Visit in Himachal Pradesh

Shimla

Situated in the North-west Himalayas, Simla (now spelled Shimla) was the glorious summer resort of the British Raj, famous for its snowcapped peaks, apples, and pine forest, flowers and gentle smiling people

Manali

At the northern end of the Kullu valley sits the ancient site, Manali is surrounded by fruit orchards, deodar and pine forests,hot water springs, mineral springs, splendid mountains, caves and temples.

Dharamshala

Dharamshala is a city in the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh. Surrounded by cedar forests on the edge of the Himalayas, this hillside city is home to the Dalai Lama and the Tibetan government-in-exile. The Thekchen Chöling Temple Complex is a spiritual center for Tibetan Buddhism, while the Library of Tibetan Works and Archives houses thousands of precious manuscripts.

Dalhousie

Dalhousie is a high-altitude town spread across 5 hills near the Dhauladhar mountain range in the north Indian state of Himachal Pradesh. It's home to colonial-era buildings, including St. Francis and St. John’s churches, which date back to the rule of the British Raj in the 1800s. A trek up Dainkund Peak leads to Pholani Devi Temple. To the north, Subhash Baoli is a peaceful area with pine trees and panoramic views.

Manikaran

Manikaran is located in the Parvati Valley on river Parvati, northeast of Bhuntar in the Kullu District of Himachal Pradesh. It is at an altitude of 1760 m and is located 4 km ahead of Kasol and about 35 km from Kullu. Built in between the two roaring rivers, Beas and Parvati; Manikaran Sahib is a gurudwara that welcomes hundreds of Hindu and Sikh devotees throughout the year. At the peak of Manikaran Sahib originates a hot spring that flows through the temple premises. Several devotees take a dip in this holy water and believe that it washes away their sins. The wonderful view of the valley and enchanting charm of the gurudwara is an ultimate reason to pay a visit there. The temple is situated within the proximity of the city and hence attracts a larger number of tourists towards it.

Kasauli

Kasauli a Colonial Hill Station. Located in Solan District, is 77 Kms from Shimla, Kasauli is a health resort, having an elevation of 1,900 metres above sea leve

Kasol

Kasol is a hamlet in the district Kullu, Himachal Pradesh, northern India, Located in the Parvati valley between the hills of Bhuntar and Manikaran, Kasol is a idyllic valley rich with stunning views of the Himalayan peaks Kasol is one of the most popular weekend getaways from Chandigarh and Delhi. The serene little village is 42 km away from the Bhuntar Airport offering a treat for the mind and the soul
The untouched beauty, quiet surroundings, low population and a relatively moderate climate throughout the year, attracts backpackers to Kasol year after year. It is also the start point of various treks such as Sarpass, Pin Parvati and Khirganga. The Youth Hostels of India have a very strong presence here and are usually the ones organizing the treks in and around Kasol.

Kufri

Kufri is a beautiful small hill station located 13 kms from shimla on NH 22,Kufri has a Himalayan wild life zoo which hosts rare antelopes, Kufri is derived from the word kufr meaning "lake"

Himachal Tour Packages

Things to do in Himachal Pradesh

River Rafting

The various rivers of Himachal Pradesh provide ample opportunities for tourists to try out river rafting. Like Chandrabhaga River Lahaul, Sutlej River Shimla, Ravi River Chamba, Beas River Kullu, Spiti River Spiti Valley

Trekking

Trekking in Himachal Pradesh is one of the best things to do in Himachal Pradesh. Some Famous trek in Himachal are Hampta Pass trek, Pin Parvati trek, Triund trek, Kheerganga trek, Malana trek, Prashar lake trek and Chandertal trek

Paragliding

Some popular sites for Paragliding in Himachal Pradesh has been given here. Bijli Mahadev in Bhunter, Bir or Billing in Kangra valley, Kothi Parcham, Solng Valley in Manali, Pabbar Valley Arhaul, Garhalla Talab in Chopal Shimla

Fishing

Himachal Pradesh is currently a prime destination for Fishing in north India, Some popular rivers for fishing in Himachal Pradesh has been given here, Beas river Manali, Tirthan river Kullu, Barot river Barot, Ravi river Kangra Valley, Uhl River Barot valley.

Play Golf

The Naldhera Golf Club was originally built under the supervision of Lord Curzon, the then Viceroy of India. At an altitude of 2,200 meters, the Naldehra Golf course is ideal for a game of golf in pleasant weather and a beautiful backdrop

Camping

Some popular sites for camping in Himachal Pradesh has been given here. Kasol near Kullu, Kaza and Tabo in Spiti Valley, Sarchu in Lahaul, Sangla Valley and Kalpa in Kinnaur, Triund and Dharamsala in Kangra, Mashobra and Baldian near Shimla