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HIMACHAL PRADESHThe state of Himachal Pradesh came into the existence with the partition
of Punjab and Harayana in 1966. Himachal Pradesh is essentially a mountain
state - it takes in the transition zone from the plains to the high Himalaya
and, in the trans Himalayan region of Lahaul and Spiti. It's a delightful
state for visitors, particularly during the hot season. High points for
the visitors include Shimla, the 'summer capital' of British India and
still one of India's most important hill stations. The Kullu Valley is
very beautiful- a lush, green valley with the sparkling Beas River running
through it and the snowcapped Himalayan peaks forming the background.
GENERAL INFORMATION
DALHOUSIE
A summer hill resort par excellence, founded by Lord Dalhousie in the
British days in 1850 as a sanatorium. It is situated 563 kms from Delhi
and lies on the outer slopes of the Dhaula Dhar Range of the Himalayas.
Apart from its own considerable scenic attraction, it is the gateway to
Chamba, the vale of milk, honey, springs and streams.
DHARAMSHALA
A beautiful little hill resort, Dharamshala is 90 kms from from Pathankot,
lying on the other side of Chamba. It is the headquarters of Kangra district.
The town is built on a spur of Dhauladhar range, and varies from 1250 meters
to nearly 180 meters. The waterfall of Bhagsunath is within a walking distance.
Dalai Lama, the head of Tibetan Buddhism, who fled Lhasa in 1959 has lived
in refuge in this hill town.
KANGRA
Kangra one of Himachal's beautiful valleys rolls down the southern edge
of the magnificent Dhauladhar range in gentle slopes covered with forests
of pine, orchards, green tea gardens and terraced fields. The Dhauladhars
- the "white ranges" rise upto 14,000 ft. from the valley floor like a
massive wall providing a dramatic back drop to this soothing landscape.
Kangra is a little town located just 17 km away from Dharamsala, in one
of the prettiest valleys of Himachal with its lush green terraces &
orchards, overlooking a gushing stream the Banganga. Once the ancient capital
of a powerful hill state, Kangra was known for its magnificent temples
and as a centre of the arts. At Kangra itself, a fort and some temples
are the only remnants of its glorious past.
KASAULI
Kasauli - 77 kms from Shimla and 35 km from Kalka, at 1,927 mts, is
a quaint little town that seems to live in a time warp that belongs to
the last century. Its colonial ambience is reinforced by cobbled paths,
tiny shops, gabled houses with magnificent facades and scores of neat little
gardens and orchards. Kasauli is encircled by a mixed forest of Chir pine,
Himalayan oak and huge horse-chestnut.
KULLU
One of the loveliest spot in the Himalayas, the Kullu Valley is known
as the `Valley of Gods'. Evidence of this are the numerous temples. It
offers a variety of scenic charms, from wooded glades to barren rocks with
snow above the tree line. Kullu is famous for its apple orchards, wooden
Temples, folk music and dances and their handsome hill folk. There are
a number of places for hunting at Kullu.
KULLU - BHUNTAR
Bhuntar gives access into the adjoining valleys of the Parvati and
Sainj. The Parvati Valley, named after the consort of Lord Shiva, is well
known for Manikaran which is revered as a place of pilgrimage by Hindus
and Sikhs. It is famous for hot sulphur springs. Kasol, on the Parvati
river, is an angler's paradise.
KULLU - ROHTANG PASS
At the end of the Kullu Valley, 32 kms from Manali is the famous Rohtang
pass ( 3978 mts.) which offers some of the most spectacular views of the
awesome Himalayas. For centuries, the Rohtang pass has been the gateway
for trading routes to Lahaul, Ladakh & Central Asia.
MANALI
Visit the 450 year old Dhoongri Temple dedicated to Goddess Harimba
with its exquisite and unique carvings, Tibetan Monastery, the majestic
Beas River, Jagatsukh ancient capital of Manali. Also visit the hot water
springs of Vashist, the beautiful Brighu Lake, and other equally spectacular
sights.
MANDI
Mandi Town situated at the height of 750 meters on Beas river is the
gateway to Kullu valley & mainly serves as a travel crossroad as its
name which means the market. The town of Mandi, famous for its Shivratri,
is rich in history and culture. Its several old temples with fine stone
carvings are noteworthy. Visit Sundernagar and the adjoining Balh Valley,
Rewalsar lake, apple orchards of Karsog.
SHIMLA
Shimla at an altitude of 2130 meters is a utterly charming resort &
is the best loved hill station in India & has been a favourite since
British troops set up camp here in 1819. At an altitude of 2130 meters,
the Shimla town is a beautiful place. With the Mall and Ridge being main
attractions, climbing beyond Scandal point & Ridge beyond Shimla a
2 Kms walk takes your to the Jakhoo hill, with a panoramic view of Shimla
& Hanuman temple
SHIMLA - KUFRI
16 kms from Shimla at 2,622 mts is this mini hill station. It has long
been famous for its ski slopes, and panoramic views where deep valleys
and forests rise towards the lofty Himalayas, shrouded by un-melting snows.
Through thick cedar woods one can walk up to the Mahasu Peak, or examine
the little zoo. From Kufri, a fascinating drive leads on to Chail.