These Tourist Places that will bring you closer to nature in Himachal Pradesh
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Himachal Pradesh is a very renowned state of India which is
known for its colossal beauty, tourist destination and its attractive
places. Himachal has a special place in the heart of the tourists visiting
India. Its serene lakes, high mountains and ancient temples are bound to captivate
their attention. The striking beauty of Himachal with its high valleys and
hills provides peace to the people visiting here. Himachal Pradesh is
bordered by Uttaranchal in the east, Jammu and Kashmir in the north, Punjab in
the west, Uttar Pradesh in the south. The production of apples is quite
high in Himachal Pradesh, due to which it is known as the state of Apples. The
flattering environment, scenic landscapes, colorful culture, adventure sports,
sightseeing and a variety of fairs and festivals are very
special. Himachal Pradesh is one of the most preferred destinations for
tourists as well as pilgrims. The summer season is considered the best time to
visit Himachal Pradesh which starts from the month of March and ends in
June. If you live in a warmer place in the country, then traveling to Himachal
Pradesh in summer can be a surprisingly pleasant experience. Travelers can
enjoy trekking, paragliding, camping, hot air ballooning and water sports
during the summers.
Shimla
Shimla is the capital city of Himachal Pradesh and is also
one of the most popular hill stations in northern India. Mall road, toy
train and colonial architecture of Shimla are very popular among tourists,
honeymooners and families visiting here. Shimla is positioned at an
altitude of 2200 meters. Amidst beautiful hills and mystifying forestry,
Shimla is one of the most beautiful places in India. It has many
historical temples as well as colonial style buildings. Shimla was called
the erstwhile summer capital of British India and the captivating natural
beauty and atmosphere of this city could compel any tourist to come here again.
Manali
Manali is situated between the snow capped slopes of the Pir
Panjal and Dhauladhar ranges. It is situated at an altitude of 1950 meters
above sea level, which is a part of Kullu district of Himachal
Pradesh. Manali is an extraordinary natural site with its lush green
forest, meadows speckled with beautiful flowers, blue streams and a relentless scent
of freshness. It is a paradise for lovers and lovers of nature. From
the museums to the temples, from the thrill of the river to trekking trails,
from the villages to the bumpy lanes at this hill station, it attracts
tourists. The sound of the flowing water of Kullu River and the sound of
birds will mystify you.
Dharamshala
Dharamshala is located at a distance of 17 km from
Kangra. It is considered to be the gateway to the Kangra Valley. The
snow-covered Dhauladhar mountain range here makes this place extremely amazing. Dharamshala
is also known as the holy residence of the Dalai Lama. The city is divided
into upper and lower divisions with varying elevations and peaks. The city
of Dharamshala at its lower and upper division is known as McLeoad Ganj. Being
a Tibetan hub, Dharamshala is a very popular place to learn about Buddhism and
Tibetan culture.
Spiti
The Spiti Valley is surrounded on all sides by the
Himalayas, and is situated at an altitude of 12,500 feet above sea
level. The cold deserts of the Spiti valley, snow-capped mountains,
winding roads and picturesque valleys excite the tourists visiting
here. It is one of the places in Himachal Pradesh that receives sunshine
for only about 250 days a year, which makes it one of the coldest places in the
country. You can go by motorway only during the summer days and this
place is covered with thick snow for about 6 months of the year.
Kasauli
Kasauli is a small city in the southwestern part of Himachal
located on the lower banks of the Himalayan Mountains. It is a hilly town situated
on the way from Chandigarh to Shimla. It is an ideal peaceful place away from
the crowds of cities. It is situated amidst the beautiful deodar
forests and is specially known for magnificent Victorian buildings built by the
British. The region is home to many endangered species of flora and fauna
in the dense forests. Kasauli's serene environment makes this place one of the
most special tourist destinations of Himachal.
Kinnaur
Kinnaur is also known as the "Land of God" which
is located about 235 km away from Shimla. It is quite famous for the
beauty of its lush green and Rocky Mountains. It shows the remarkable
existence of a different kind of culture comprising of the brotherhood of Hinduism
and Buddhism. Whenever Hindu tourists come to this place, they definitely
go to visit the famous Kinnar Kailash. It is said that Kinnar Kailash belongs
to Lord Shiva and there are also the stories about its relation to the
Pandavas. There are multiple old Buddhist monasteries and temples in
Kinnaur nearby which have their own significance and are also worshiped by
Buddhists.
Mandi
Mandi is a historic city situated on the banks of the Beas
River. It has long been an important commercial center. It gets its name
as the sage Mandava is said to have meditated here. The city of Mandi is rapidly
developing but it still retains its original charm and character. Mandi is
famous for its 81 old stone temples and exquisite carvings, which is why it is
popularly called the 'Varanasi of the Hills'.
The city has noteworthy examples of old palaces and
'colonial' architecture. The temples of Bhootnath, Trilokinath, Panchavaktra
and Shyamkali are most famous in the Rewalsar region of Mandi. The
International Shivaratri Fair at Mandi is a major attraction of the region
every year that is a weeklong. The Shivaratri fair attracts tourists as
well as locals in cultural events such as exhibitions, exhibitions, games etc.
Kufri
Kufri is one of the most sought after holiday destination in
Himachal. Kufri is located about 10 km away from Shimla. If you are in
transit to Shimla then you should definitely go and visit this place. Due
to the high altitude of Kufri, snow is seen everywhere during the
winter. Although there is not much to see in Kufri, but the temples and serene
and mystifying views here make this place stand out. Kufri is well-known
as a support base for tourists visiting Shimla, hence it is relatively crowded.
Kullu
Kullu is a popular tourist destination of Himachal Pradesh
which is very often associated with Manali as usually tourists visiting
Himachal visit both Kullu and Manali together. It is an open valley with
its panoramic views and grandiose hills covered with pine trees. Kullu is
situated at a height of 1230 meters which is a delightful place for nature
lovers. This place is also famous as it offers a variety of adventure sports to
visiting tourists. Raghunath Temple and Jagannathi Devi Temple are two
very famous religious sites of Kullu.
Palampur
Palampur is a very exceptional tourist destination of
Himachal Pradesh which is surrounded by pine forests and tea
plantations. Palampur city has many rivers and is also known for its
amazing confluence of water and greenery. Situated amidst the majestic
Dhauladhar Ranges, Palampur is famous worldwide for its tea gardens and good
quality of tea. Palampur was first seen by the British after which it was
transformed into a center of trade and commerce. The Victorian style
mansion and palace located in this city looks very beautiful.
