Shimla, better known as the "Queen of Hills," is the capital of Himachal Pradesh and the most popular hill station. The place is surrounded by snow-covered Himalayas and lush green forests of oak, rhododendron, and cedar trees. The pleasant climate and the scenic beauty of Shimla attracted the British, and in 1864, they made it their summer capital. Shimla...
Sometimes, a place grabs you the moment you lay eyes on it, and Renuka Lake did exactly that. Nestled in the hills of Himachal Pradesh, its waters shimmered like glass, perfectly reflecting the surrounding forests and sky. I remember stepping onto the shore and feeling an almost magnetic calm pull me in, as if the lake itself was inviting...
The Kangra Fort is located in the southwestern outskirts of Kangra town in Himachal Pradesh, which was constructed around 4th Century B.C. by the Royal Katoch Family of Kangra. The fort is situated atop a hill, on the base of which river Banganga and Patal Ganga flow together, making the place very attention-grabbing. It is the largest fort in...
Nestled in the western Himalayas, Himachal Pradesh is renowned not only for its snow-capped mountains and lush valleys but also for the breathtaking lakes of Himachal Pradesh, which include a remarkable mix of natural and man-made water bodies. These lakes, scattered across varying altitudes, range from serene lowland lakes and expansive reservoirs to sacred alpine lakes perched high in...
Himachal Pradesh is covered by natural beauty like abundant greenery, beautiful waterfalls, mountain ranges and deep valleys. The state is also known for its amazing temples that is why it is also called “Land of Gods” or "Devbhoomi". One such temple is situated near Pong Dam in the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, known as “Bathu Ki Ladi”. I...
Situated at an altitude of 1970m, Dalhousie is one of the favorite tourist attractions in Himachal Pradesh. It's a quaint little place, best suited for a few days of relaxation and calm with some really good company. It has a nice old-world charm, being home to churches and buildings from the colonial era. It is an abode of scenic...
Himachal Pradesh is a land of pristine natural beauty, with majestic snow-capped Himalayan peaks, gushing rivers, and lush green valleys.
However, this scenic state also boasts a rich history and cultural heritage, evident in the numerous forts that dot its landscape.
This impressive fortification, built by various rulers and dynasties over the centuries, stands as silent sentinels, bearing witness to the...
Are you a travel freak? Love to explore new places? We won't be astounded if you have never heard of Jibhi Himachal Pradesh before. It is certainly an offbeat and kind of isolated escape that isn't known to all.
Tucked between the mountain valleys of mid-Himachal, Jibhi is a little yet peaceful village in the Banjar Valley of Himachal Pradesh....
Hamirpur is the Municipal Council, and is the smallest district in Himachal Pradesh. The town holds the scenic beauty and is well surrounded by beautiful Shivalik Ranges, trees of dense Pine forests and river Beas flowing through it.
The place was ruled by the decedents of Katoch dynasty named Raja Hamir Chand in 1700 AD to 1740 AD, thus the...
Dharamshala is a beautiful hill station immersed in the glory of Mother Nature and Buddhist culture. Dharamshala means ‘a spiritual dwelling’, which refers to a shelter or rest house for pilgrims and travellers. This calm and serene hill station is home to the 14th and current Tibetan Spiritual leader Dalai Lama (Tenzin Gyatso) who, came to India after the...
