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AREA CAPITAL POPULATION LANGUAGE BEST TIME TO VISIT

55,673 km2 (21,495 sq mi) Shimla 6,856,509 Hindi, Pahari, Punjabi, Dogri, Kangri and Kinnauri

Climate
Avg. Winter Avg. Summer Precipitation 7 C (45 F) 28 C (82 F) 1,469 mm (57.8 in)

March to June

HISTORY
Himachal Pradesh is called the Devbhumi as it is regarded as

the Land of the Gods. Himachal Pradesh literally means a 'region of snowy mountains. The word 'Hima' actually means snow in Sanskrit terminology. Acharya Diwakar Datt Sharma, an eminent Sanskrit Scholar from Himachal Pradesh named the state. Located in the northern part of India, Himachal Pradesh is known for its glorious hill stations. In the year 1950 Himachal Pradesh was declared as one of the Union Territories of India . Later on however, with the passing of Himachal Pradesh Act of 1971, it emerged as the eighteenth state of India. Himachal pradesh is bordered by Jammu and Kashmir on the north, Punjab on the west and south-west, Haryana and Uttarakhand on the south-east and by the Tibet Autonomous Region on the east.

Tourist Places In Himachal Pradesh

Himachal is peppered with the awesome landscape that is a

dream of everyone. With lofty Himalayas draped with snow, deep valleys, vast woods, chilled rivers, green surroundings, scenic lakes and deep gorges, Tourist attractions in Himachal appeals to your sight and mind. In addition to this, there are a number of tourist places in Himachal Pradesh that add to its overall charm. Various adventure sports such as trekking, skiing, ice skating, river rafting, paragliding, etc. that give many reasons to tourists to get drawn to Himachal.

Shimla Shimla is one of the best refuges during vacations and a perfect destination for tourist. Various tourist attractions are Mall Road, Kali Bari Temple, Christ Church, Summer Hill, Shimla Ridge, etc. The place is a wonderful abode for nature lovers who feel like exploring all the tourist places in Himachal Pradesh.

Manali (265 Kms. away from Shimla)

Manali is an amazing

destination for mountain lovers and especially the snow capped mountains. People can have fun over the snow blanket of the Solang Valley and Rohtang Pass or can visit the holy Hadimba Temple or the Vashisht Temple.

Dharamshala (245 Kms. ((Via Hamirpur) away from Shimla)

Dharamshala presents you with

all the amazing charm of a hill resort. Awesome spots such as the St. Johns Church, Dal Lake, Kangra Art Museum, Namgyal Monastery, Nurpur Fort, Maharana Pratap wildlife Sanctuary, Chamund Devi Temple, etc., Dharamshala is there to fascinate you completely.

Lahaul and Spiti (Tabo (Spiti) 355 Kms away from Shimla)
Lahaul and Spiti showcase a number

of heritage spots and primitive places. Here, you come across monasteries, lakes, valleys, rivers, gorges, mountains, temples, etc. that make the place completely arresting. One can explore the royal heritages of Gondla or can have the sacred essence of the Guru Ghantal Monastery. This makes Lahaul and Spiti one of the best Himachal Pradesh tourist spots

Dalhousie (340 Kms. (Via Hamirpur) away from shimla )

Dalhousie appears to be

extremely charming due to the existence of Kathlog, Balun, Porteyn, Moti Tibba and Bakrota hills. The hill station is ideal for tourists, who can explore it by visiting the spots such as the Laxmi Narayan Temple, Satdhara Springs, various churches, picnic spot named as Dalhousie Panchpula, Kalatop, etc.

Chamba ( 347 kms away from shimla )

Chambas charm is gets enriched with the lively River Ravi and Chambas art, culture, museums, temples as well as natural attractions are more than enough to let you glued to it. One can behold the arresting Dhgauladhar Ranges or can visit the Chaurasi Temple Complex or the famous Champavati Temple. People fond of historical findings can head towards the Bhuri Singh Museum

Kangra ( 220 kms away from shimla )

Kangra is marked with the stunning views of the Dhauladhar Hills and the picturesque Kangra Valley. The place is marked with an array of attractions including the Jwalaji Temple surprising you with the natural flames emerging from the rocks, Brajesshwari devi Temple, etc. Adventure freaks can enjoy sports like rock climbing, fishing, trekking, mountaineering, etc.

Palampur ( 215 kms away from shimla )

Palampur is rich with its tea gardens and has the beauty of the Dhauladhar Hills. Here, you find valleys, mountains, lush greenery and attractions including Mata Bundla Temple, Newgal Park, Saurab Kaliya Ban Vihar, St. Johns Church, Neugal Khad, etc.

Kasauli (Kasauli (Solan) 75 Km away from shimla )

Kasauli is filled with the natural serenity, lush greenery and bunches of flowers. People visiting Kasauli can enjoy the chance of exploring the tourist places of Himachal Pradesh such as Monkey Point, Dharampur, Dagshai, Sabathu, Sanawar, etc., that take you amidst the tranquility and beauty of Nature. One just cant remain bereaved of exploring it...

Kinnaur (Sangla(Kinnaur) 230Kms away from shimla)

Kinnaur enchants you with vineyards, valleys, orchards, snow covered mountain and their peaks, as well as various fruits such as apples, apricots, pine nuts, almonds, etc. Rivers such as Spiti, Baspa and Satluj add to the richness of Kinnaur and make it serene. One can visit the Recong Peo temple or can forget oneself amidst the Oak, Chestnut, Mangolia, Alder as well as Birch forests

Khajjiar ( 330 kms away from shimla ) Khajjiar appears more than appealing with its Pine and Deodar trees and its scenic beauty and attractions make it Mini Switzerland. One can visit the Khajjiar Temple or can behold the lively adventure of Khajjiar Wildlife Sanctuary. Or else, one can bask in the beauty of the stunning Dhauladhar Ranges.

Kufri ( 12 kms away from shimla )

Kufri is also well known for its snow draped peaks and Mahasu Peak and Mahasu Ridge are some of the most splendid attractions of Kufri. People can try out the sports such as toboganning, trekking, skiing or can behold the amazing sight of valleys as well as vast forests. Truly, this hill station is enough to make you awestruck.

Kullu ( 208 kms away from shimla ) Kullu is a heavenly valley that is considered to be one of the best destinations for tourists. The hill station is marked with the splendid River Beas as well as a series of attractions such as Bijli Mahadev Temple, Jagannathi Devi Temple, various wildlife sanctuaries, Raghunath Temple, etc. The place is also an amazing spot for trekkers and adventure lovers...

Chail ( 50 kms away from shimla )

Chail, an awesome hill station in Himachal bewitches you with its temples, palaces, natural beauty and landscape and a number of tourist attractions such as the renowned Chail Cricket Ground, the highest cricket ground in the world, Sidh Baba Ka Mandir, Maharajas Palace, Chail Wildlife Sanctuary, etc. that together make it a worth visiting place...

Activities and Events

ADVENTURES

HERITAGE

ROMANCE

Food & Cuisines

FACT FILE
Best Dishes : Non Veg Dishes : Veg Dishes : Festive Delicacies : Indra A dish Prepared By Urad dal and Bada in Shimla District. Siddu Made from Soybean or Walnut. Kullu Trout, Grilled Fishes, Chicken Anaardana Guchhi Mattar, Sepu Vadi and Kaddu ka Khatta. Dham - Made of Rice, Moong Dal and a dish of Rajma Cooked in Yoghurt ( A Night Long Preparation). Ankalos Made of Rice Flour Aktori A kind of Cake, is Prepared by Mixing Leaves of Buckwheat with Wheat Flour. Patande A Type of Pancake Dish. Tea Made in Various Varieties, Buttermilk. Enjoying Makki or Fresh Corn Flour That is Grounded in Water Propelled-mill and is Eaten with Milk at breakfast. Bhatoora and Chana Madra. Mittha of Sweet Rice Prepared During Festivals, Nasasta a Sweetmeat of Kangra Region.

Most Famous Drink : Not To Be Missed : Crunchy Delights : Sweet Dishes :

Must Try :
Where to Eat :

Inside Tip :

Lamb Intestines Made Specially During the Winters, Legumes Cooked over Low Heat for Extended Period. Shimla Goofa and Ashiana for Indian. Devicoes for Indian, Continental, Chinese. Baljees for Multi Cuisine. Tibeto for Indian mix of Chinese. Manali The Red Roof Restaurant for Indian, Chinese and Continental Cuisine, The Royal Delicious for Multi Cuisine. Dalhousie Amritsari, Sher-e-Punjab and the Royal Dhaba for Indian, Moti Mahal, New Metro and Lovely for Multi Cuisine, Snow Lion Tibetan Food. Kasauli Giani's Dhaba, Daily Needs. Himachal Government in the Month of May, Holds a Cuisine Festival Where Different Indian Cuisines are Highlighted.

 Shopping in himachal pradesh

Himachal Pradesh is famous for its handicrafts, wood, metalwork, shawls, pullovers, local tweeds, wooden articles, toys, Tibetan carpets and handicrafts, pickles and jams and squashes, Kullu shawls, caps, funky jewellery made of semi-precious stones, beads, basketry.
Festivals & events in himachal pradesh

Dussehra, Sipi Fair, Doongri Festival are some of the festivals and events in Himachal Pradesh that are celebrated with much fervour across the state.

How to Reach Himachal Pradesh

By Road : The most beautiful Indian State is well connected via road to all the major cities of the country. Three National Highways criss-cross Himachal Pradesh. NH- 20 enters Himachal through Pathankot, which connect Nurpur, Dharamshala, Palampur, Joginder Nagar and ends at Mandi. NH-21 begins at Chandigarh and goes upto Leh via Bilaspur, Mandi and Kullu Manali. National Highway- 22 starts from Ambala and goes upto Kinnaur via Solan, Shimla, Narkanda and Rampur . By Rail : In fact, there are no railway tracks in the entire state because of the loft hills. But, Kalka (90km away) is the nearest railway station to reach to Himachal Pradesh to explore major tourist spots in Himachal Pradesh. There are regular trains from Ambala to Kalka and Pathankot - Joginder Nagar through a Narrow-gauge line. By Air : For those tourists who come outside India the best airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport. However, Kullu also houses an airport that is only 23km away. There are regular flights from Delhi to Kullu. There are three main airports in Himachal at Jabbarhatti near Shimla, Gaggal near Kangra and Bhuntar near Kullu.

Do's Himachal has an enormous range of weather conditions. Most areas of

Bilaspur, Una, Solan, Sirmour, Hamirpur and Kangra are largely warm to hot in summer and mild to pleasant in winter. The district of Chamba, Kinnaur, Kullu, Shimla and Lahaul-Spiti are mild to pleasant in summer and cold in winter. Do check the clothing and other equipment you may require for the region you are visiting. Tourists intending to participate in adventure activities are advised to hire the services of those travel agents and guides who are registered with the Department of Tourism, HP Govt. Dispose all litter carefully. Use cloth bags for carrying/shopping. Observe local traditions and custom especially while visiting religious places. Do not touch or remove religious objects. For guide maps and information, contact Himachal Tourism offices. Before part taking in any adventure activitiy such as trekking, river rafting, paragliding, local authorities such as SDM, Police, tourist offices etc. should be informed in advance and permission may be taken. Keep identity card/passport handy while travelling. While visiting interior tourist places, please enquire about local authority contacts.

Donts
Dont leave non-biodegradable litter behind. The use of Polythene is banned in Himachal Pradesh. Dont encourage beggars. Dont be coerced into shopping or sight-seeing tours by touts, taxi drivers or strangers. Let the Department of Tourism, the Himachal Pradesh Tourism

Development Corporation, approved travel agents or your hotel help you. Do not use or carry any prohibited psychotropic or contraband drugs such as opium, heroin or marijuana, which under Narcotics Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act is a crime and a punishable offence with imprisonment under law. Don't stand at the edge of a cliff or on any boulder near a river bank for photographs etc. The water current in fast flowing rivers of Himachal Pradesh is very strong. Do not take photograph of local inhabitants without their permission. Don't eat anything offered by unidentified persons on trains or during road travel. It may contain sedatives or intoxicating substances. Do not burn bushes during trekking in the high altitude areas. Do not park your vehicle on the road side/ unauthorized parking.