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Introduction
Hills and valleys with crisp, clean air, snow clad peaks, sparkling rivers and a landscape abounding in nature's bounty characterise this state.
Himachal is a tourism friendly state where the simplicity of rural living is visible alongwith specially developed infrastructure for tourists. Colourful fairs are held all over Himachal to celebrate the festival of Dussehra.
The hills of Himachal Pradesh contain the ancient trade routes to Tibet and Central Asia and have contributed to the spread of Buddhism in those regions. Even today, the influence of Buddhism is evident in specific areas of the state.
Himachal Pradesh offers an option of holidays ranging from a peaceful break in its quiet valleys to opportunities for trekking, mountaineering, white water rafting and angling for the adventurous.
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Chamba
How to reach: Kangra (Gaggal) is the closest airport (180 kms). The nearest railhead is Pathankot, 122 kms away. Chamba is also well connected by road.
Where to stay: HPTDC's hotels-Iravati, Hotel Champak, Hotel Akhand Chandi, private hotels, cottages, guest houses, RW.D. and Forest rest houses.
What to see: Laxminarayan Complex, Bhuri Singh Museum, Chaugan, Hari Rai temple Chamunda Devi Temple.
Excursions: Katasan Devil Temple (30 kms), Sarol (11 kms), Jhamwar (10 kms) and Saloon (56 kms), Khajjiar (24 kms'), Manimahesh (93 kms), Shakti Devi Temple (40 kms), Badal (20 Kms), Bharmour (65 kms).
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Dalhousie
How to reach: Kangra (Guggal) is the nearest airport, (140 kms).The nearest railhead is Pathankot, (80 kms).Dalhousie is well connected by road.
Where to stay: HPTDC's hotels, Youth hostels, Aroma N Claire's, Hotel Grandview , Hotel Mountview, Hotel Taj Palace, Princes Hotel.
What to see: Sublhash Baoli (1.6 kms), Satdhara, Panjpulla (2 kms), Bakrota Hills, Kalatope (10 kms), Bara Pathar (4 kms), Dhainkund (10 kms), Khajjiar (22 kms).
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Dharamsala
How to reach: The nearest narrow gauge railhead is Kangra (18 kms). The nearest broad gauge station Pathankot (90 kms), is linked to major towns. Well connected by road. Some distances are: Delhi-514 kms, Chandigarh-239 kms, Kullu-214 kms, Shimla 332 kms, Chamba-192 kms.
Where to stay: HPTDC's hotels, Hotel Tibet, Hill View Hotel, Simla Hotel, Hotel Sun IN Snow.
What to see: Macleodganj, Triund (17 kms), Kunal Pathri (3 kms), Dal Lake (11 kms), Dharamkot Hill (11 kms), Bhagsunath (11 kms), Machhrial and Tatwani, Kareri Lake (22 kms) and Chamunda Devi Temple (15 kms), Kangra Art Museum.
Excursions: Jawalamukhi (56 kms).
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Kangra
How to reach: The nearest airport is Kangra (Gaggal, 7 kms). The nearest narrow gauge railhead is Kangra (18 kms). The nearest broad gauge station is Pathankot (86 kms). Well connected by road. From Delhi it is 514 kms, Chandigarh 239 kms, Kullu 214 kms, Shimla 332 kms, Chamba192 kms.
Where to stay: HPTDC's hotel, various private hotels.
What to see: Bajreshwari Devi Temple, Kangra Fort, Nadaun (48 kms).
Excursions: Jawalamukhi (30 kms).
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Kinnaur
How to reach: Shimla (200 kms) is the nearest airport. Nearest railhead is Kalka. Linked by road to Shimla. The N.H. 22 runs through the district to Spiti and links important centres along the route.
Where to stay: PWD rest houses are available at Chitkul, Jangi, Kalpa, Kanam, Karcham, Morrang, Namgia, Peo, Ponda, Pooh, Rakcham, Sangla, Tapri, Urni and Yangthang.
What to see: Karcham, Sangla, Chitkul, Powari, Recong Peo, Kothi, Kalpa, Ribba, Moorang, Puh, Nako, Tashigang Gompa, Tilasangh Monastery.
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Kullu
Kullu is a picturesque valley and is famous for its apple orchards.
How to reach: Linked by air to Chandigarh and Delhi. The airport is at Bhuntar (10 kms). Nearest railheads are Pathankot (285 kms), Chandigarh (258 kms). Well connected by road.
Where to stay: Himachal Tourism Hotels, log huts, Hotel Castle, Central Hotel, Hotel Daulat etc.
What to see: Katrain (20 kms), Naggar (28 kms), Raison Mahadev Temple, Basheshwar Mahadev Temple (15 kms).
Excursions: Manikaran (45 kms).
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Manali
A lovely and very popular holiday destination, Manali has many natural springs and lakes. The river Beas flows through the valley and the combination of hills and flowing water makes it very picturesque.
How to reach: Bhuntar airport is 50 kms from Manali. Chandigarh is the nearest railhead. Manali is just 40 kms beyond Kullu and well connected by road to Delhi and Chandigarh.
Where to stay: Himachal Tourism Hotels, Log Huts, Hotel Rohtang Manalsu, Hotel Beas, Hotel Manali Ashok, Out Town Hotel, Hotel Conifer, Baron Resorts etc.
What to see: Tibetan Monastery, Hadimba Devi Temple, Nehru Kund (5 kms).
Excursions: Vashisht Springs (3 kms), Jagatsukh, Bhrigu Lake (4 kms), Solang Valley (13 kms), Kothi (12 kms), Rohtang Pass (51 kms), Beas Kund.
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Shimla
The state capital, and the erstwhile summer capital of the British, Shimla is a charming hill station.
How to reach: Linked by air to Delhi, Chandigarh, Kangra and Kullu. Airport is at Jubbarhati (23 kms). Shimla is linked by a narrow gauge line to Kalka which is connected to Delhi, Calcutta and Amritsar by broad gauge.
Kalka-Shimla is 96 kms only 4 hours by a quaint rail car. It is linked by bus and coach to Delhi and Chandigarh (Punjab and Haryana) as well. Delhi is 370 kms, Chandigarh 117 kms, Kalka 96 kms and Ambala 166 kms.
Where to stay: Hotel Holiday Home, The Cecil, Shilon Resort, The Oberoi Clarkes, HPTDC lodges, Honey Moon Inn, Hotel Asia The Dawn.
What to see: Viceregal Lodge, Himachal State Museum, JakhooTemple, Glen, Annadale, Auckland House, Chotta Shimla, Mashobra, Chadwick Falls, Summer Hills, Tara Devi, Sankatmochan.
Excursions: Wild Flower Hall, Kamna Devi, Naldehra (23 kms), Kufri(13 kms), Narkanda (64 kms), Tattapani (29 kms), Chail (43 kms), Fagu (22 kms), Barog (55 kms).
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