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Himachal Pradesh Tourism Info
The
North Indian state of Himachal Pradesh is one of the most beautiful,
beguiling and picture prefect places on this earth. Lying in the midst of
the huge Himalayas it is also sometimes called the 'Land of Gods' owing to
a lot of religious places that lie here. Himachal is a favourite
destination of all kinds of tourists such as adventure seekers, nature
lovers and pilgrims from all over the world. It houses some of the most
captivating and picturesque hill stations like Shimla, Manali and
Dharamsala and is also home to a lot of adventure sports which attract
thousands of tourists and adventure seekers every year from all around the
globe. The state is full of serene places where you can discover your
inner self and feel one with nature. Travel to Himachal Pradesh which
promises to be a salubrious destination and that can leave you wanting for
more.
Tourist Attractions of Himachal Pradesh
Manali
A small town in the Kullu valley of Himachal Pradesh, Manali is one of
the most beautiful hill stations in India. Situated in the lesser
Himalayas, the prodigal exhibition of its unspoilt beauty makes it highly
popular among tourists who come to visit the place from both India and
abroad in large numbers, every year.
Chamba
Famous for its medieval temples and local festivals, Chamba is a small
town located in the beautiful Shivalik mountain ranges. The temples of
Chamba display excellent architecture which is a main attraction for the
tourists coming here.
Shimla
Shimla is the capital of Himachal Pradesh and one of the most beautiful
hill stations in India. Blessed with immense natural beauty, it is a haven
for those in search of serenity. Another small hill station located near
Shimla is Kufri which is very popular among adventure seekers.
The Rohtang Pass
Situated in the district of Lahaul and Spiti, it is one of the highest
passes in the world. Some of the most beautiful and astonishing sites can
be seen here.
Other famous tourist attractions of Himachal Pradesh are Dalhousie,
Kangra, Khajjiar, Mandi, Dharamsala and Chail.
Climate
The climatic conditions in the state are generally pleasant with mainly
dry weather. During summers the weather remains fairly cool while in the
winters it can get extremely cold. The upper reaches of the state receive
heavy snowfall during the winter months and are inaccessible to the
tourists during that period. The best time to visit Himachal are the
months of May-June if you want to escape the scorching Indian heat and the
months of December-January if you would like to see the flakes of snow
falling from the sky.
Culture of Himachal Pradesh
The population of Himachal cosists mainly of Hindus who constitute about
90% of the total population of the state. The art and craft of Himachal
Pradesh are very famous and the emroidered caps of Kullu and the Himachali
shawl are a must buy for tourists from all over. The dying and printing of
fabrics using traditional colors is also a speciality of the people of
this place. Traditional dances, which are accompanied by music from
conventional musical instuments performed in the state, are mainly a way
to impress the Gods. A variety of festivals are celebrated in the state
throughout the year to mark different occasions.
How to Reach
By Air
There are three airports in Himachal Pradesh situated at Bhuntar, Gaggal
and Jubbarhatti which connect it to Delhi and Chandigarh. There are no
international airports in the state.
By Train
The railway network in the state is not very well developed owing to the
high altitude. Shimla is connected to Kalka which connects the state to
the rest of the country.
By Road
All the main places in the state are accessible by roads. Some of the
roads get closed due to snowfall or landslides. The tourists can take
buses or taxis which are a main source of transportation.
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