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Himachal Pradesh

Himachal is situated in the heart of western himalayas. It is a mountainous state with altitudes ranging from 350 to 7000 meters (1050 ft. to 21000 ft.) above the sea level. Hills and valleys with crisp, clean air, snow clad peaks, sparking rivers characterise this state. Himachal is a tourism friendly state where the simplicity of rural living is visible alongwith specially developed infrastructure for tourists. Himachal Tourism is a promotional organisation for the tourism activities in the state. The folk songs of Himachal Pradesh are full of charm.

Capital : Shimla
Language : Hindi, Pahari
Area : 55,673 Sq. km.
Tourist season : All round the year
Population : 5.5 Million
Literacy Rate : 63%

Manali : Manali is situated on the River Beas, at an altitude of 2,200 metres. Manali is a picturesque little town ideal place to relax in full view of snow-clad mountains. It is also known as the 'Queen of Hill Station'. Manali is a lovely and very popular holiday destination, it is a ideal spot for picnics punctuated with sun-bathing, fishing. The main attractions of Manali are Tibetan Monastery, Hadimba, Devi Temple.

Shimla : The state capital Shimla, provides a cool relief to those who come here during the summer months. Jakhu Temple, Himachal State Museum,Tara Devi, Sankatmochan, Roman Catholic Cathedral, Lakkar (wood) Bazaar are some worth visiting places.

Dalhousie : Dalhousie is a typical hill resort with its fin-roofed, half timbered houses spread over 13 aq. km of well forested hills at heights between 1525 & 2378 metres.

Kullu : Kullu is a picturesque valley. The unique event in Kullu is celebration of Dusserha.

Lahaul Spiti : The lahaul plateau nourished by the Chandra & Bhaga rivers and the Spiti valley linked to it by a high pass the Kunzam-la, are together a district in Himachal Pradesh. It is one of the best trekking areas in the world.