Himachal Pradesh tourism and travel guide

History: Human beings have inhabited Himachal Pradesh since the dawn of civilization. About 2 million years ago man subsisted in the foothills of Himachal Pradesh. According to the Mahabharatha the area that outlines the current day Himachal Pradesh was made up of copious numbers of minuscule republics known as Janpadas each of which comprises both a state and cultural unit. The most primitive known inhabitants of the expanse were tribals called Dasas. Afterward, Aryans came and they assimilated in the tribes.

Climate/Temperature: Himachal Pradesh experiences a wide range of climatic conditions. There are many variations in the climate of various months. In summer, the temperature reaches to a maximum of about 40-degree C. Summer lasts from middle of April to the end of June. The regions, which are at a high altitude, experience less temperature ranging from about 28 C to 32 C. Snowfall is common in winter in places of high altitude. Winter lasts from late November to mid – March. You can find snowfall in the regions above 2,200 m. In some areas the temperature falls drastically in winter touching the freezing point. Rainfall varies from 152 cms to 178 cms in outer Himalayas.

Places to Visit / Attractions:Tourist attractions of Himachal Pradesh:

Kullu – Kullu is famous for its varied shops where you can get ample amounts of stuff. The major tourist attraction of Kullu is the Raghunath Temple.

Shimla – Shimla is known as the “Destinations for all seasons”. The chief places to visit in Shimla are the Christ Church, Himachal State Museum and Library and Kufri, which is famous for trekking.

Manali - Formerly called the "end of the habitable world," Manali is a chief hill station of northern India and is the destination of thousands of vacationers every year. Its chilly environment and great ambiance lure the tourists to this place. It contains many beautiful sites & temples.

Dharamshala – This place is also known for its great weather and climatic conditions. This is another hill station which is a must-see in the sate of HP.

Adventure & Activities 

Himachal Pradesh proffers all kind of adventure sports one can think of. The Himalayas, elegant rivers, lush green forests, sparkling sky, and overall exigent surroundings can decoy any one to take adventure activities. Cuddle up between the gigantic Himalayan ranges; Himachal Pradesh has turned out to be a hub for adventure activities. Trekking is the most famous adventure sport in HP. Besides this one can also try skiing, ice-skating, paragliding, mountain cycling and rock climbing. No special training is required for most of the activities. Just a considerable amount of fitness and the required equipments anyone can take the pleasure of these adventure sports.

Geography: Himachal Pradesh (HP) is a multifarious assortment of hills, verdant valleys, and snow-clad peaks. The beauty of this place is awesome. People from various parts of the world come to view the scenic beauty of the land. HP bestrides the Himalayas from the foothills, over peaks, to the valleys of Spiti and Lahaul. The highest peaks in the state are Shilla, Shipki, and Manang. All these peaks are above the height of 6000 m. The major ranges, which camber athwart the state, are the Pangi, Pir Panjal, Zaskar Dhauladhar, and Shiwaliks.

Religions: The major portion of the population in Himachal Pradesh is of the Hindus. Around 95 percent of the population in Hp is of Hindus. Muslims take the second position with around 1.63 percent of the total population. Then there are Sikhs and Christians also inhabiting the land.

Languages Spoken: Hindi Punjabi and Pahari are the main languages spoken in Himachal Pradesh.