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Himachal Pradesh
SHIMLA
Shimla, the capital of himachal Pradesh, spills over the steep slopes
of a 12 km ridge in the lower Himalayas. Once the glamourous capital of
British india, Shimla is still an attractive summer and winter destination.
Places of Interest
The Mall, The Old Vicceregal Lodge, Museum, Jakhu Temple, The Glen, summer
Hill, Prospect Hill, Tara Devi and sankat Mochan, Mashobra, Kufri, Naldehra,
Fagu.
Access
Shimla is well conncted by rail. Kalka in the foothills is connected to
Delhi and Chandingarh. A charming hill train connects kalka to Shimla.
Good bus serivices link Shimla to most major towns in the area. the nearest
airport is Jubbarhati (23 kms).
KULLU
The charming Kullu Valley is known as the Valley of the Gods. During its
colourful Dussehra Festval, decorated palanquins convey gods and goddesses
from temples all over the valley to kullu, to pay homage to the reigning
deity Raghunathji.
Places of Interest
Raihon, Bijli Mahadev Temple, Manikaran, Katrain Naggar.
Access
The nearest airport is Bhuntar (10 kms). Kullu is well connected by road
to Chandingarh, Shimla and Delhi.
MANALI
Situated at the northern end of the Kullu Valley, Manali has spectacular
views of snow-capped peaks and wooded slopes. Manali, with its Mountaineering
Institute, is popular base base for trekking and mountaneering in summer
and skiing in winter.
Places of Interest
Hadimba Devi Temple, Vashist Springs, Jagatsukh, Rohtang pass.
Access
The nearest railhead is Chandigarh. The nearest airport is Bhuntar (50kms).Manali
is well connected by road.
DHARAMSALA
The beautiful hill town rises up a spur of the Dhauladhar range. the
snow- line is not far away and the dramatic peaks rise above the town.
Places of Interest
Macleodganj, St. Johnin the Wilderness. Around Dhararamsala: Bhagsunath
(2kms), Dal Lake (13 kms), Gharamkot (10 kms), Triund (8 kms).
Access
Bhuntar airport at kullu is 40 kms away.Linked directly by bus to
Chandigarh, Shimla and Delhi. |
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