Himachal Pradesh – Land of Snow
Various Expectation
Himachal Pradesh opens its door to nature lovers, honeymoon seekers, adventure lovers, history buffs and pilgrimages. The diverse side of the state is evident from its villages, towns and cities and the stories related to them. view more
Lakes of Himachal
The beauty of Himachal Pradesh is not just limited to enjoying the sights of snow-capped mountains, lush green valleys and dense foliage from a distance. view more
Hills & Nature
With alpine pastures, thick forests and rivers cutting through the deep gorges, Himachal Pradesh calls the tourists for an adventure tour with a myriad of thrilling activities that induce an adrenaline rush. view more
Religious Culture
An ideal holiday in Himachal Pradesh would mean exploring the ancient monasteries, temples, churches and gurudwaras. Tourists can explore some of the splendid monasteries in Kangra, Dharamshala (home to His Holiness the Dalai Lama), and Lahaul and Spiti. view more
Social Culture
Tourists can have an idea about the rich culture of Himachal Pradesh by attending the unique fairs and festivals. Every occasion is celebrated with much pomp and fervour and is no less than a grand extravaganza. view more
Forest & Vegitation
There are some national parks in Himachal that are home to many rare and endangered animal species. view more
Where is Himachal Pradesh
Himachal Pradesh is a state in the northern part of India. Situated in the Western Himalayas, it is one of the eleven mountain states and is characterized by an extreme landscape featuring several peaks and extensive river systems. Himachal Pradesh shares borders with the union territories of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh to the north, and the states of Punjab to the west, Haryana to the southwest, and Uttarakhand and Uttar Pradesh to the south. view more
Popularities of Himachal Tourism
Spiritual Tourism
Himachal Pradesh is a deified land of god's saints, preachers, devotees and goddesses. The state is famous for its delightful temples and serene monasteries. Right from Hindu temples to Christian churches, from Sikh Gurudwaras to Buddhist monasteries, all these things define the religious side of the people of Himachal Pradesh. view more
Wildland Attraction
Want to catch glimpses of India's wild side? Then the jungles of Himachal Pradesh are the place to be at. The forest of Himachal Pradesh offers the most wonderful experience of a lifetime which is simply exhilarating. view more
Himalayan Lakes
Lakes of Himachal Pradesh are glossy, reflective, shimmering, and even dotted with flowers on the shoreline. Most of the lakes are nestled at high elevations and provides picturesque views of Himalayan Mountains; however, the rest are man-made reservoirs and basins which are flanked by nature. view more
Adventure Tourism
For adventurers, it has always been a great and fascinating experience to enjoy thrilling activities in Himachal Pradesh. Hills of Himachal Pradesh hold the feeling of a fairytale wonderland, but there's another side to it. view more
Trekking
An adventure holiday in Himachal Pradesh is the most anticipated one. There are a number of treks that allow beginners or nature lovers to go beyond the usual. The Indrahar Pass trek, Beas Kund Trek, Chandratal trek, Kinnaur Kailash trek and Manimahesh Kailash trek are some of the easy treks of Himachal Himalaya. view more
Fairs & Festivals of Himachal
The diversity keeps the state?s year calendar quite busy with celebrations. Apart from the major Hindu population, Himachal is also home to a fair amount of Buddhist, Muslims and few tribes like Gaddis, Kinnars, Jadun, Tanolis, Gujjars, Pangawals and Lahaulis, each has a festival or two of their own. view more
Heritage Tourism
Tourism in Himachal offers a wonderful opportunity to take a heritage walk and explore the ancient forts, palaces, temples, monasteries, and a lot more. Holidaying in Himachal Pradesh for a heritage tour one can head to Bahadurpur Fort in Bilaspur, Jaitak Fort in Sirmour, Kuthar Fort in Solan; Kangra Fort in Kangra; Jandrighat Palace in Dalhousie; Padam Palace in Rampur and Rang Mahal in Chamba. view more
Hill Stations
Himachal Pradesh is a beautiful destination with no dearth of hill stations which will leave you mesmerized. A favourite summer retreat of British who not only chose it as an escape from the scorching heat but also felt enough connected to build their churches, houses, and golf courses as well, Himachal, even today, is a destination where a nature lover finds his soul. view more
Hot Springs
For over thousands of years, the hot springs have been the natural methods of treatment for numerous ailments for the locals and the visitors in Himachal Pradesh. view more
Art and Culture
Renowned as Pahari painting, the art has received praise from both domestic as well as international tourist. These paintings strongly depict the lives of Lord Krishna and his beloved Radha. Apart from holding a spiritual significance, the paintings also reflect the unique flora and fauna of the state. view more
Hilly Rivers
The gurgling and forming rivers of Himachal truly make for its lifeline; it is through them many quench their thirst and earn their livelihoods, whereas for some these streams are the adventure they were looking for. The drainage system of Himachal Pradesh has five rivers - the Chandrabhaga or Chenab, the Sutlej, Ravi, Yamuna, and the Beas. view more
Mountain Peaks
Himachal Pradesh boasts ranges of lesser Himalayas, the Greater Himalayas and Trans-Himalayas between 3000 to 7000 m. Most of them are ideal for mountain climbing and trekking as well. Most of the high peaks in the state range between 6000 and 5000 m and are mostly situated in Kullu, Kinnaur, and Lahaul & Spiti regions. view more
Himachali Cuisine
The Himachali cuisine is a wonderful blend of different Pahadi food that offer a delightful gastronomical experience. Each valley in Himachal has something important to contribute to the flavour and presentation of the state?s cuisine, it in fact beckons the weather conditions, traditions, history and availability of resources. view more
People & Culture
Himachal Pradesh was one of the few states that had remained largely untouched by external customs, largely due to its difficult terrain. With remarkable economic and social advancements, the state has changed rapidly. Himachal Pradesh is a multireligious, multicultural as well as a multilingual state like other Indian states. view more
Vegitation & Wildlife
Himachal Pradesh is one of the states that lie in the Indian Himalayan Region (IHR), one of the richest reservoirs of biological diversity in the world. As of 2002, the IHR is undergoing large scale irrational extraction of wild, medicinal herbs, thus endangering many of its high-value gene stock. view more