Best places to visit in Himachal Pradesh
The valleys, snow-capped peaks and the rush of
adrenaline, all in Himachal Pradesh
Himachal has always beckoned tourists, especially those who
spend most of their year wiping beads of sweat off their brows. Serenity, a
shroud of calmness which seems to envelop you and picturesque and panoramic
scenery present wherever your gaze travels; this is what Himachal Pradesh is
all about. Before you pack your bags and head off to this heavenly tourist
destination you should know that Himachal Pradesh offers tranquility in the
same doses as it offers an adrenaline rush and thrill for the adventure seekers.
Oh, and did I mention that a trip to Himachal will let you experience the
Tibetan culture as well? So you can sample some delectable thukpa while wearing
a warm and cozy Tibetan shawl.
If you are wondering how to start your amazing trip to bestplaces to visit in himachal pradesh, let me get you started on your
itinerary.
- Kullu
Manali
Kullu Manali is a place that has to be ticked off the list
when you are going to Himachal Pradesh. I mean how can you not go and see the
place which has given the Hindi Movie industry some of its most beautiful
songs. The time to visit Kullu Manali is after the monsoons recede which is in
September and October as you wouldn't want to get stuck in the infamous
landslides that occur here in July and August. You can visit the bird sanctuary
here if you shy away from too much adventure. If not, then head over to Rohtang
Pass or do river rafting on Beas.
- Shimla
Almost half of North India heads over to Shimla during
summers and the rest half can be seen there during the winters, throwing snow
cannonballs at each other. Yup, it is overrated, it is overcrowded but it is
still one of the most beautiful places in Himachal Pradesh. Shimla will give
you nostalgic feels about the colonial era in almost everything, right from the
buildings to the clubs.
- Kasauli
When you simply want a relaxing weekend, doing almost
nothing expect watching verdant forests and clear skies and listening to the
chirping of birds, all you have got to do is head to Kasauli. This tiny city is
right at the borders of Punjab and Haryana is not going to disappoint you when
it comes to rejuvenation. Simply taking a stroll through the town will make you
want for nothing more.
- Dharamshala
I am sure you have heard of Dalai Lama even if you haven’t
been to this place. Set in the gorgeous Kangra Valley, the quaint town of
Dharamshala is the abode of the Dalai Lama. Soak in the beauty of the place and
mediate at the Tibetan monasteries to soothe your soul. Head over to Kareri
Lake for some great pictures for your social media and the tea plantations if
you are a tea lover like me.
- Bir
Billing
Had enough of the tranquil and soul-soothing places? I
cannot for sure leave out places that will interest the adventure lovers who
throng to Himachal Pradesh to have a taste of some thrill. Bir Billing is just
the place for such adventure mongers. This small village in Western Himachal is
frequented by adventure seekers from all over the world all the year-round.
There is paragliding to indulge in the summers when you get a breathtaking view
of the valleys below and winters allow you to do some trekking and mountain
climbing
- Dalhousie
Well, for one I did spot a lot of couples in Dalhousie,
holding hands and enjoying the scenic beauty of the town. It is not known as
‘mini Switzerland’ for nothing, for it is the perfect place for couples. My
to-do list for Dalhousie included St. John’s Church, Daikund Peak, and Chamera
Dam so I had my fill of sightseeing and nature watching with this list.
- Spiti
Valley
Oh no, I am not done with the adventure list yet as there is
still Spiti to talk about. Now, this one is a brilliant mix of adventure and
panoramic views and so is perfect for all kinds of travelers. Meandering roads,
snow-capped peaks dotted with lush green trees; I mean it cannot get better
than that. It can as I did not mention yet that Spiti is located at an altitude
of 12500 mt above sea level and is not for the faint-hearted, literally! The
high altitude may cause a problem to you so you need to keep that in mind when
visiting. Spiti is accessible by only two roads, of which one shuts down during
the winters but that is precisely the time when you should be going to this
place for your fill of thrill. Best time to visit Spiti is between May to July
when you can enjoy trekking here.'
- Kasol
No, I am not talking about Kasauli. This one is Kasol which
is a tiny village that is home to a lot of Israeli population. The place has
got such an immense Israeli influence that you will find some of the signage
too in Hebrew, not to mention the fact that you can sample a lot of Israeli
delicacies in Kasol. This place is known for its jungle hiking where you can
follow the Trail of Parvati River. Along the trekking trail, there are hot
water springs that add to the charm and beauty that serenades you to stop at
places and simply gaze at the work of nature.
- Kufri
I am sure you have heard of Kufri for if you love the sound
that your feet make when you walk on fresh snow and you love making snowmen and
snowballs, Kufri is your Mecca. Since it is at a great height, Kufri is blessed
with snow all the year-round which makes it one of the most popular tourist
destinations in Himachal Pradesh. You have nature hiking, trekking and skiing
for the nimble-footed and for those who love reveling in the laps of nature,
trust me Kufri will wow you to no end.
Well, we are talking about best places to visit inhimachal Pradesh which is a treasure trove of beauty here and there are so
many destinations there that did not make this list in detail like Chail,
Kinnaur, and Palampur to name a few.
25 comments
I am always in aww of Himachal Pradesh, never knew about few of these places shared by you. This is a very helpful post for a travel lover like me. I am going to bookmark this post. Thanks for sharing.
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Kullu Manali and Dalhousie are two places I am so much love to visit as soon as possible..My wishlist have these two places on top!
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I guess Kullu Manali is on everyone's list. This post was super useful as I have been planning for these places since college times. My dad used to get LTC every year- Army's man's daughter :) Will plan some plan soon with parents and hubby.
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I have being to himachal pradesh long back.its a beautiful place will visit again.
ReplyDeleteI have heard a lot about shimla, dalhousie and kasol... But never really heard of Dharamshala as a tourist place... I really respect Dalai lama and would love to visit Dharamshala someday!
ReplyDeleteHimachal is definitely on my wish list and reading your post has reignited my desire to visit here
ReplyDeleteHimachal is a beauty and we have to soak it in! I am so glad that some of these places I have visited and have some fond memories of them. Must check if can go again
ReplyDeleteI quite liked Dalhousie and Khajjiar.. Dharamsala is bit overhyped. I liked Shimla also. Since I am an adventure loving person so I frequently go to Manali.
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ReplyDeleteOmg! You brought back all the fond memories from this place. I visited HP few years back and was completely smitten by its beauty !
ReplyDeleteI always though only kulu manali are only two place to visit in himachal..adding this on my book mark for further reference..
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I have been to a lot of places in Himachal Pradesh, including the ones you have mentioned in the blog post. There is always something new to discover in the hills.
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ReplyDeleteBeing a mountain person, I am so dying to visit SPITI from a long time. Its still on the top of my travel list. I hope I will travel soon. Thanks for sharing such beautiful pictures.
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I an Rakesh Tiwari Living in Delhi. I visit many times in Himachal Pradesh but my favorite place is Shimla. I visit mostly in 25 to 31 Dec. When the crowd is on high. I loved this place. Thanks for sharing this article remembering my old visit.
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I am from Himachal Pradesh and works in Chandigarh. When I listen and read people's amazing experience of this beautiful state of India on that time my heart fill with happiness. Shimla, Kullu-Manali, Dharamshala, Spiti valley, Bir Billing are really a very heart touching places. Thanks to visit and share this beautiful information and guide this world about Himachal Pradesh. Thanks&Regards Himachal Taxi Tour
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ReplyDeleteThere are so many places to visit in Himachal Pradesh but Kullu Manali is one of my favorite tourist destinations. Manali is the best place for Adventure lovers. I really love this place. If you love traveling so watch my experience on exploring Best Places to visit in Delhi.
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