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Chamba
It is the land of antiquity, art and scenic beauty, is a wonder in
itself for every visitor. Situated at the height of 996 m. above
sea level on the south bank of the Ravi River, the ancient Pahari
capital was founded in 920 A.D. by Raja Sahil Verma, who named it
after his favourite daughter Champavati. The valley is noted for
the magnificence of it's scenery-touching the fringe of the
Shivaliks and having three well-defined snowy ranges, the
Dauladhar, constituting the outer Himalayas, the Pir Panjal or the
mid Himalayas, and the Zanskar range or the inner Himalayas.
Kullu
 Located in Himachal Pradesh at an altitude of 1220m. Kullu was
once known as Kulanthpitha, which means the end of the habitable
world. Beyond rose the forbidding heights of the Greater
Himalayas, and by the banks of the shining river Beas, lay the
fabled 'Silver Valley'. The mountain-scapes remain spectacular
whether in brilliant sunshine or in the haze of the mist. The
'Silver Valley' has nature's treasures that lie carelessly
scattered as flowers on the high meadows. The town of Kullu has
long been a centre of faith. In the 17th century, Raja Jagat Singh
installed here an idol of Lord Raghunathji, which he brought from
Ayodhya. As a mark of his penance, he placed the idol on his
throne and it became the presiding deity of the valley.
Best Time To Visit: Mid-May To Mid-October.
Lahaul
Lahaul and Spiti, situated at an altitude of 6,500 mtrs are two
remote Himalayan valleys of Himachal Pradesh lying on the
Indo-Tibet border. Strange, exciting, primitive, these valleys are
incomparable in mountain scape, in the rugged beauty of their
rocky escapements and the splendour of their snow covered peaks.
Best Time To Visit: Lahaul- Mid June To Late October / Spiti-
August To October.
Manali
Situated at an altitude of 2,050m. The Kullu valley has an ancient
town in its lap called Manali. Surrounded by towering peaks at an
arm length, Manali's major asset is its proximity to the snowline.
It is a flourishing orchard industry, a popular honeymoon
destination and trailhead for numerous treks as well as a great
countryside ideal for adventure sport lovers.
Best Time To Visit: May To October.
Dalhousie
This hill station spreads over five low-level hills at the western
edge of the Dhauladhar range, just east of the Ravi River. The
picturesque town is interspersed with the colonial-era buildings,
low roofed stalls and hotels. The pine-covered slopes around it
are intersected with paths and treks, which are ideal for short
undemanding walks.
Dharamsala
Set against the backdrop of the dramatic Dhauladhar mountains,
Dharamsala is perched on the high slopes in the upper reaches of
Kangra Valley. Dharamsala over looks the plains and is surrounded
by dense pine trees and Deodar forests. A nearby snowline with
numerous streams and cool healthy atmosphere makes the
surroundings very attractive. Dharamsala is a busy bazaar town and
has established itself as the travellers base camp, who come to
explore the nearby mountains.
Best Time To Visit: Mid-May To Mid-October
Shimla
 Shimla is situated at an altitude of 2,159m. Shimla has been
blessed with all the natural bounties, one can think of. Dwelling
on a panoramic location, the hilly town is surrounded by green
pastures and snow-capped peaks. The spectacular cool hills
accompanied by the structures made during the colonial era create
an aura, which is very different from other hill stations.
Best Time To Visit: April To August & December To January.
Chail
Chail is situated
at 43 km higher then Shimla it was created by Maharaja of Patiala
who was banned from Shimla on account of a mild romantic flutter
at scandal point on Shimla's Mall. He created his own 75 acres
Himalayan resort, which has now become a prominent tourist spot.
Chail is set amidst tall cedars & stately oaks. When trekking
through forest you are sure to meet barking deer & the highly
endangered kaleej pheasant. And when tired, sit down & be
refreshed by dazzling views of the Choor Chandani Peak
Kufri & Fagu
Situated at 8,602 ft 17 km away from Shimla guarded by the vast
expense of ancient cedar forests, bring back memories of day long
picnics, horse riding & languorous walk during lazy hazy summer
hols. Mahasu peak the highest point in Kufri ,makes a challenging
hike.When the sky's a cloudless blue , watch the views of snowy
clad peaks of Badrinath & Kedarnath The hills come alive with
shouts of young voices throwing snow balls on each other during
winter season .Kufri also provide finest ski slopes thus
attracting ski expertise from all over the country
Mashobra
This tiny Raj-era retreat is at height of 7,047 ft, 10 km north of
Shimla. Mashobra was the first choice of British officials and
their families who wanted proximity to as well as privacy from
Shimla. Decades after they left, their indulgence still marks
Mashobra's stylish properties Two of the village's most prominent
structures, The Wildflower Hall and The Retreat are delight to
stay having world class facility. |
