Saturday 20 February 2016

Top 3 Places to Visit in Himachal Pradesh India

Indian state Himachal Pradesh is known for its natural beauty, snow filled mountains, beautiful hill stations and Buddhist pilgrimages. Here is the list of top 3 cities that people love to visit when they come to Himachal.

Dharamshala

Buddha Temple Dharamshala

Dharamshala is filled with abundance of natural beauty and it’s a treat to view every sight. The place was founded by the British somewhere in between 1815 and 1847. Dharamshala gained popularity when Tibetan refugees along with their leader Dalai Lama came here in 1959. India welcomed Dalai Lama with open arms and offered him and his disciples a place to stay in Dharmashala. During Sightseeing in Dharamshala; one must visit St. John Church, Dal Lake, Bhagsunath, Kangra Art Museum, War Memorial, Kunal Pathari and  Macleodganj area (an spiritual city having Dalai Lama Temple). There is also a beautiful waterfall very near to Dharamshala city.


Manali

Solang Vally Manali

Manali is popular hill station of Himachal Pradesh state and it is 265 kms away from Dharamshala. If you want to do some sightseeing in Manali; visit Hadimba Temple, Dhoongri Temple, Manu Temple, Vashist Hot Water Springs and Temple, Jagatsukh Mandir and Naggar Art Gallery. If you want some adventure go to Katrain Eco and Adventure place.

Shimla

Snow Filled Shimla in Winter

Shimla was discovered by British Surveyors way back in 1817. The hill station is equally popular among families and honeymoon couples who come here in winters to enjoy snow fall. Your sightseeing itinerary in Shimla should include places like Mashobra. Bekhaltv road, Trinity Theatre, Golf Course at Naldehra, Christ Church, Tattapani, Shiv-Parvati Caves, The Kum Slopes and Scandal Point.

Please visit the official website of Himachal tourism to find all the lovely tourist destinations of the state. himachaltourism.gov.in