Himachal Pradesh is a state located in the north of India, which attracts millions of tourists from all over the world every year due to its beautiful, nature and tranquil atmosphere. Tourism is one of the fastest growing industries here. Himachal means "an area or land of snow population" (Him - ice and immovable - land or region). Hinduism (above 95%) is the main religion of the state. Hindu culture and tradition have flourished here from ancient history, ancient Hindu people of India believe that Himachal Pradesh is a residential place for Hindu God and Goddess.
Geographically Tibet is in the east of Himachal Pradesh. It is surrounded by Punjab in the west, and states like Jammu and Kashmir in the north. Popularly known as the land of gods or goddesses, this state is a paradise for tourists visiting here, there is plenty of greenery, snow-covered peaks, snowy glaciers, charming lakes to attract the mind of any tourist. The state's major districts have always attracted the attention of tourists around the world due to their attractive
History of Himachal Pradesh-
The territory of Himachal Pradesh is called 'Dev Bhoomi' (Land of Gods). From the initial period of its history, it was inhabited by tribes like Koilis, Halis, Dagas, Daughis, Dasa, Khas, Kinnar and Kart.. King Shankar Verma of Kashmir used his influence in the areas of Himachal Pradesh in 883 AD. This area saw an attack on Mahmud of Ghazni in 100 9AD, Who invaded and looted money from temples in the north of India during this period. In about 1043 AD Rajputs ruled this area. Known for its vibrant and exquisite scenic scenes, it attained the royal patronage of the Mughal rulers, who built many works of art in the form of appreciation of this country.
Tourism in Himachal Pradesh-
Himachal Pradesh, the land of eternal ice peaks welcomes tourists from around the world of foreign valleys, spectacular green hills, slopes, glaciated mountains, waterfalls and Himalayan hills.
Himachal Pradesh is one of the most important tourist destinations in India. It has excellent trekking in the main tourist complexes of Shimla, Palampur, Dharamsala, Kullu-
Manali, Chamba-Dahhausi. Temples in Bhim Kali, Saran, Harkoti, Jwalji, Chamunda Devi, Chintparni, Renuka and Reveler, Devath Siddha and Naina Devi are the main attractions for pilgrims. Tourist premises are also being set up in Keylong, Kausa, Sangla, Suja, Kalp, Khadarala, Kharapethar, Chindi, Bharmaur, Chanchal and Naggar Mahal.
Hang-gliding competitions are organized in the Kangra valley. The Solang Nallah slopes are becoming popular for winter sports, an art gallery in Nagar and a museum in Chamba, Shimla and Dharamsala. Beautiful tourist destination of Khajvir in Chamba district has been designated as Switzerland of Himachal Pradesh
Climate of Himachal Pradesh-
You will find different temperatures in different districts of Himachal Pradesh. Himachal season mainly depends on geographical height from average sea level. We know, the temperature reduction rate is proportional to the rate of rise in height. The average temperature of Himachal Pradesh is 28 degrees Celsius in the summer (from the end of April to June) and 7 degrees Celsius in the winter (from late November to March). But, there is some area, which is 7,218 feet high, always covered with snow and the temperature of those areas is always less than degree Celsius. Originally, this zone is in the high and trans-Himalayan region. Here are three main seasons and these are winter, summer and rainy season. The state's rainy season is between July to September after the summer season. However, some northern districts of the state (Lahoul and Spiti) are almost cruel and cold through-out the year round.
How to reach Himachal Pradesh-
Due to the complexity of its land, the state's transport and communication are not very well organized as a far-flung state. The state is primarily linked to its road. Himachal Pradesh does not have such infrastructure well in the Railways and the airlines, but construction work is going on under these practices.
By Road-
The state's roads have made good communication from the district to the district with a total length of 28,210 km. There are 3 national highways which represent 1,235 km of roads, cross-cross across the state. NH no. 20 is known through many districts of Himachal Pradesh. This highway has added several districts to a network. Mainly, it ends at Noorpur in Dharamsala, Palampur, Joginder Nagar and Mandi. NH number 21 enters the state of Chandigarh and goes through Bilaspur, Kullu, Mandi and Manali via Leh. NH No. 22 enters Ambala and goes through Kinnaur through Solan, Shimla, Narkanda and Rampur. In winter and monsoon, some roads are closed due to snowfall and landslides on the roads.
By Train -
There is a railway track in some places in the state. In Himachal Pradesh (HP), two railway narrow gauge lines are given to Pathankot (the longest railway railway in the state of Punjab state) and Kalka with a wide gauge line of 9 6 km length and from Nangal to Talwara (under construction) in Shimla There are railway gauge lines. The main railway stations of the state are Pathankot, Joginder Nagar, Shimla etc.
By Airplane-
There are three domestic airports in the state, located in the Kullu Valley, Bhuntar Airport, the only one of Jumbartali was kept in Shimla and the Gaggle Airport was kept in the Kangra district. Another airport is under construction. There is no international airport in the state. Usually the airport is connected to the airports of Delhi and Chandigarh.
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