Himachal Pradesh was named by a great Sanskrit scholar of the state, Acharya Diwakar Datt Sharma. The word Himachal Pradesh literally means “land in the laps of Himalayas”. Shimla is the capital of the state and one of the beautiful hill stations. Himachal tours boast lush greenery and serenity that will take away your heart with the very first look.

Where is Himachal Pradesh

Sprawled across an area of 55,670 km², Himachal Pradesh is bordered on the north by Jammu & Kashmir, west & south-west by Punjab, south-east by Haryana & Uttarakhand and east by Tibet Autonomous Region. The regions of the state have an elevation ranging from 300-7000 m above sea level.

Major Cities

Though the state is home to numerous popular and best off-beat places, some famous cities of Himachal Pradesh are Shimla, Dharamsala, Kangra, Kullu and Manali. While Shimla is the largest city, Dharamsala, is popular as a Buddhist pilgrim destination that serves as the residence of the honorable Dalai Lama. Kangra is famous for its mountainous beauty and Kullu & Manali are best places to get playful in the snow.

Places to Visit

Himachal Pradesh is truly a tourist’s paradise, owing to its lush greenery and great beauty.

Shimla, the capital city and a famous hill station draws in numerous tourists. Some famous points of interest in Shimla are Ridge, Jakhoo Hills, Mall Road, Shimla State Museum and Tara Devi.

Bir is a famous centre for spiritual studies, ecotourism and meditation. It is noted for its Buddhist monasteries.

Dalhousie is noted for its Victorian charms that appeals in travelers from various parts of the world.

Kullu Valley is famous for its apple orchards, famous festivals, ancient temples, handicrafts and woolen apparels. Kullu & Manali are the best destinations to escape from the scorching summer time.

Himachal Pradesh is also a famous destination for various adventure sport activities and its trekking trails.

How to Reach

Air: The airport at Delhi is the nearest international airport, which is well connected to various international destinations. Shimla, Gaggal and Bhuntar airports are the three domestic airports in Himachal Pradesh that connects it to various states in India.

Rail: The state has a narrow gauge railway line that connects Shimla with Kalka. The railway line from Pathankot to Jogindernagar links Punjab with Himachal Pradesh.

Road: Himachal Pradesh is Roadways well connected to various cities and states of India via well active 8 National and 19 State Highways.

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The beautiful hill station of Manali offers great solace and peace to eyes of the spectator, who long for an escape from their monotonous city life. Situated amidst the most breathtaking views and great tranquility, the destination offers various opportunities to travelers, from natural trekking trails, adventure destinations, to famous points of tourist interests. Manali Tourism introduces travelers to some of the most astonishing attractions and illustrious points of interest that. Some of them are accounted below:

Hadimba Devi Temple: It is a famous attraction in Manali made in honor of Devi Hadimba, the wife of Bhima. The temple made in pagoda style is a wonderful piece of art that boasts the excellences of its architectures.

Vashisht: Vashisht village is another famous place of interest in Manali, known for its hot springs and the famous Vashisht temple. Devotees from various corners, visit the hot springs that are believed to have medicinal properties. Almost 3,000 travelers and devotees take a dip in the tank every day. For the ease of the tourists, a special tank is reserved for females.

Old Manali: Old Manali is one of the best destinations for honeymooners and couples. The land boasts great serenity and unrivalled beauty that takes every heart away with the very first glimpse. 

Apple Orchards: The apple orchards of Kullu Manali make up another spot for travelers.

Manikaran: Manikaran holds great religious significance among the Hindus and Sikhs. The famous destination is home to the famous Manikaran Gurudwara and also known for the temples of Lord Rama, Krishna, and Vishnu. 

Solang Valley: Situated to the North of Manali, the Solang Valley is the most famous snow point in Manali. The snowy region is the best place to relish some adventure activities like skiing, zorping, ATV rides, paragliding, and snow scooter in Manali.

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Take a break from your busy schedule of the office. Hill stations of India invites you take a break in the lap of Nature. Taking care of your soothe and wish, I am explaining you about the best hill stations in Himachal Pradesh.

Dalhousie

A tour to Dalhousie in Himachal Pradesh is more than your vacation. The wonderful place is situated between the Pir Panjal and Dhauladhar ranges. Dalhousie these days is gaining attention of its travelers. Tourists from different parts of the world head this place throughout the year. A walk to Panchpullah and Satdara offers an ultimate beauty of nature. Other popular places are Kala Tope Khajjiar Sanctuary, Jhandrighat, Chamera Dam and Lower Bakrota Hill, which is home to more than 50 odd Tibetan families. 

Manali

This place is best for adventure seekers where you can enjoy a number of adventure activities. This place in Himachal Pradesh is residence of picturesque villages, wonderful temples and spiritual Gompas and other things. Lovers can enjoy heli-skiing and discover the natural beauty of the locations. Most famous destination to visit in Manali is Malana Valley, Hidimba Devi temple, Gulaba Camp, Gadhan Thekchoking Gompa, Solang Valley and Rahala Falls.  

Shimla

Shimla is a capital of Himachal Pradesh and a paradise of the strong beauty of nature. The wonderful vacation spot of India was a great spot to enjoy their summer in 1819 and since then, it has been attracting travelers throughout the year. Biggest charms of here are Christ Church, Chapslee, Annandale, St. Michael's Cathedraland Kotesvara Temple and Chadwick Falls. It is good to book a hotel in advance so that you could not face any problem in enjoying scenic beauty.