Kangra is the largest district of Himachal Pradesh, which lies in the western region of Himalayas, with Dharamshala as its administrative headquarters. Kangra locates in the backdrop of majestic Dhauladhar Range with Beas River flowing through the valley. In the ancient times, Kangra district was known as “Nagarkot”, and is famous for having the oldest serving Royal Dynasty in...
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...
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...
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...
Are you looking for a beginner level trek in Himachal Pradesh? Kheerganga trek is one of the most famous treks for backpackers and a perfect location for those who are new to trekking. This trek will not only provide you with an exceptional experience but will also boost your patience, confidence, and will motivate you to explore yourself in...
Una, a district of Himachal Pradesh, is the entryway to Himachal Pradesh as it shares its boarders with Punjab. In 1966, Una used to be a part of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab. Himachal Pradesh Government declared Una and Hamirpur as districts in September 1972. It is said that, the 5th Guru of Sikhs, Guru Arjun Dev has named the...
Janjehli a beautiful valley surrounded by beautiful mountains. This place will always be close to my heart. I have spent around 15 years of my life at this place and it always surprises me with its surreal beauty. Janjehli is a small but beautiful hill station located at a height of 2150 meters. It comes under Thunag Tehsil in...
Atal Tunnel, named after former Indian Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, was initially known as Rohtang Tunnel until 25th December 2019. On that day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi officially renamed the tunnel in honor of Shree Atal Bihari Vajpayee, on Vajpayee's birthday. This tunnel is located in the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh. It passes under the Rohtang Pass...
Baba Balak Nath or Sidh Baba Balak Nath is a prominent Hindu divinity destination known as Diyotsiddha. This shrine attracts an extensive following not only from Himachal Pradesh but also from Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Jammu & Kashmir and other Northern states in India visit Sidh Sri Baba Balak Nath temple in Deotsidh Rd, Shahtalai, Hamirpur.
Baba Balak Nath Temple -...
