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...
Masrur temple also known as Rock-cut temple located on the road, linking Nagrota Surian and Lunj towns of Kangra District, and is one of the popular archeological sites in India. The temple was built in the early 8th century A.D. The temple complex is a cluster of 15 small rocks, that is carved out of a single rock. It...
Triund is a small hilltop, that serves as a trekking destination to many tourists and is located in the lap of Dhauladhar Mountain Range in Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh. It is called Triund because a person can see three stunning snow-covered mountains from that point (Tri : 'three' & Und : 'mountains'). Triund is a small and a bit easy...
Kullu is a District in Himachal Pradesh and is also known as “Land of Gods”. The largest valley is Kullu valley located on the banks of Beas River surrounded by majestic snow clad mountains and forest of pine, deodar, apple orchids. It is a gateway to the most picturesque destination named Manali. The name Kullu is derived from the...
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...
Chamba town is a famous headquarter of District Chamba and is located in Himachal Pradesh. It is surrounded by Dhauladhar and Pir Panjal ranges of mountains. Chamba’s rich flora and fauna, majestic snow-covered mountains, dense alpine forests, rivers and historical temples are the main attraction among tourists throughout the world.
The name Chamba was termed after the name of Champavati,...
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...
Manali, located in the lap of Himachal Pradesh, is a go-to destination for travellers who cherish the charm of the mountains. This hill station is a treasure trove of natural beauty, from snow-covered peaks to lush green valleys. Whether planning an adventure trip, a family vacation, or a peaceful retreat, the right accommodation can enhance your experience.
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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...
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...
