Top 5 Destinations To Visit In Himachal Pradesh
Himalayas in Himachal’ or one must say Himachal in Himalayas. ‘Him’ in Hindi literally means ice or snow and ‘alaya’ means home, which makes Himalayas ‘The Home of Snow’ and from there Himachal gets its name meaning ‘Land of Snow’.
While traditionally Himachal was known as a summer destination, the Department of Tourism & Civil Aviation Government of Himachal Pradesh has taken special efforts to break the seasonality factor and has developed diversified tourism products to attract tourists in other seasons too. Now Himachal is known as “A Destination for All Seasons and All Reasons”.
In fact, the Department has laid a special emphasis on the development of activity-based tourism and opening up of new sub destinations. To promote tourism in the countryside and to unexplored areas, appropriate infrastructure is being developed within available resources.
Himachal situated in the heart of the western Himalaya, identified as "Dev Bhumi" and is believed to be the abode of Gods and Goddesses. The entire State is punctuated with stone as well as wood temples. The shadowy valleys, rugged crags, glaciers and gigantic pines and roaring rivers and exquisite flora and fauna compose the symphony that is for ever Himachal.
Scroll down and find the best Himachal Pradesh destinations that should definitely be on your travel list this year. And while these best places to visit in Himachal Pradesh are perfect for visiting throughout the year, here’s the best time to visit them to witness them in all their glory.
- Kullu - Manali : Country's Famous Hill Stations
- Shimla : The capital of Himachal Pradesh
- Dharamshala : The Residence of Dalai Lama
- Spiti Valley : Surreal and Magical
- Bir Billing : An Adventure seeker's paradise
One of the best places to visit in Himachal Pradesh is Kullu and Manali. If you are on a lookout for fresh air and green mountains amidst the snow-covered ranges then Kullu Manali indeed should be on the top of your list.
Manali offers the most magnificent views of the Pir Panjal and the Dhauladhar ranges covered with snow for most parts of the year.
Manali has many trekking options around it, making it a great base for exploring this side of Himalayas. River Beas provides great rafting options in the nearby town of Kullu.
Hidimba Devi Temple
Rohtang Pass
2. Shimla : The capital of Himachal
One of the most famous hill stations of Northern India – Shimla which is the right mix of Indian glory with British sophistication. It is consecrated stunning landscape and fresh climate all through the year. Without a doubt, it is one of the best tourist places in Himachal Pradesh.
Things to do:
- Full fill your shopping desire at the Mall Road
- Enjoy a trek to Jakhu hill and a visit to Lord Hanuman’s Temple
- Visit to the Viceregal Lodge to appreciate the British elegance
- Try your hands on Polo at Annandale which is 4km from the Ridge
3. Dharamshala : The Residence of Dalai Lama
Dharamshala definitely has to be on your list of best Himachal Pradesh destinations. Famous not only because of its climate but also you get to see how multicultural Indian community lives in harmony with the Indo Tibetan community.
A beautiful and charming hospice in the natural valleys of Kangra, Himachal Pradesh, with its cool hill station at an altitude of 1,475 meters above sea level, is making its visitors wonderfully beautiful with the great Tibetan leader Dalai Lama along with other Buddhist monks and monks And the presence of many Tibetan monasteries makes Dharamshala one of the most popular tourist destinations in India, its surroundings and the presence of great Buddhist culture. This hill station is the most different in India. Dharamshala is divided into two parts. Lower and The upper two areas are bungalows, churches, monasteries and cantonments surrounded by the mighty Dhauladhar mountains.
4. Spiti Valley : Surreal and Magical
Long winding roads and valleys that present unforgettable glimpses of cold desert and snow-crowned mountains welcome you when you set foot into Spiti Valley. Bordered on all sides by the Himalayas, Spiti Valley, located in Himachal Pradesh, has an altitude of 12,500 feet above sea level, and gets just around 250 days of sunshine in the year, making it one of the coldest places in the country.
The term Spiti means 'The Middle Land', as Spiti Valley separates India from Tibet. Scantily populated, Spiti is an adventure lover’s paradise, with a number of trekking trails that tourists can choose from. All of these treks start from Kaza (Spiti’s capital from where you make your base camp) to various peaks from where you can get panoramic views of the Himalayan mountains.
Lahaul used to be clubbed with the Spiti Valley when travel plans were made. This might still make a lot of sense, today. But, with the construction and opening of the Atal Tunnel, Lahaul has become very accessible and an extension of Manali trip for many! Even if folks don’t have many days on hand – heading to the other side of the tunnel is now a legit activity.
5. Bir Billing : An Adventure seeker's paradise
If you’re an adventure seeker, Bir Billing is the mecca for adventure sports and it has to be on your list of the top Himachal Pradesh tourist places. Bir is a small village which is located on the western side of Himachal Pradesh and is blessed with some refreshing climate.
The two small hamlets of Bir and Billing tucked away in the valleys of Kangra in Himachal are synonymous with Para Gliding. However, due to the global pandemic and the resulting lock down in the state, the only things taking flight in these scenic and stunning valleys have been the resident birds.
Apart from Paragliding, Bir Billing is also famous for its spiritual studies and meditation centers, stunning views of the Himalayas, Trekking and Camping options, beautiful Monasteries and Tibetan settlements.
Conclusion
Tourism is one major activity which helps in the growth and development of state economy. They too reveals that it acts as a motivator to the economy of Hilly State i.e. Himachal Pradesh.
We can say that tourism is a very productive activity both for the tourist and the government. As they support each other simultaneously. Also, the government should consider improving the conditions of the country as more and more number of tourist visit their country.
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