Bijli Mahadev

Bijli Mahadev is one of the famous Shiva temples of the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh. It is located at an altitude of about 2,460m in the Kullu Valley.Visitor can be approached by a rewarding trek of 3 km. A panoramic view of Kullu and Paravati valleys can be seen from the temple. The 60 feet high staff of Bijli Mahadev temple glistens like a silver needle in the sun.
This temple is situated in a meadow with lush green forests in the surroundings, 14 KM from Kullu.During ‘Shivaratri’ every year, great rush of devotees gather here to pay homage to Lord-Shiva.

Bird eye view of parvati valley from Bijli Mahadev :-

Kufri, Shimla

Kufri is a small hill station situated in Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh state in India. It is located 13 km from the state capital Shimla on the National Highway No.22.Kufri derives its name from ‘Kufr’ which means lake in local language. Kufri is one of popular getaway to start treks to Manali, Fagu , Chail.Kufri is one of highest point around Shimla. Its famous for tourist activities like Skiing, Hiking.Trekking, Jungle Camp.You can enjoy the first snowfall of shimla in Kufri.In winter kufri templare is freezing and in summer Kufri have cool and pleasant climate.

Kotgarh

Kawanoo Village in Kotgarh, Shimla, India. Kotgarh is situated 82 km from Shimla at 6,500 feet above sea level. Kotgarh is famous for good quality apples and apple orchard.This is place with the awesome weather one of the best place to rest your soul away from the city crowds. Tows welcome to visitors through out the year . Visitors find almost all type of modern amenities there.

Minjar Fair, Chamba

Minjar fair is one of the most famous fair of Himachal Pradesh. Its a splendid carnival held in district Chamba , Himachal Pradesh, India.The fair stretches on for a week and its main highlights are folk singing and dancing.In local language its called jatras(fair).Fair name derived from the maize flower.There are many story behind it one of them is pooja of Varun devta is performed these days as major crop of the area is maize. Thus, the Minjar Fair is celebrated.Minjar Fair is International fair its celebrated in end of August.

Shrikhand Mahadev

Shrikhand Mahadev, is a holy place situated in the lap of Himalayas at the height of 5162 meters in Kullu district of Himachal Pradesh, India. Place is famous for Lord Shiva.Shrikhand Mahadev is one of difficult trek in Himachal Pradesh it take minimum 3 days to complete the 35km trek. Trek start from village called Jaon village, 170 km from Shimla and 200 km from Kullu by car.The main attraction of this trek is the breathtaking view of the Himalayan ranges and suddenly changes scenery after every few miles that always encourage you  walk a little more just to see next surprise.

Himalayan Roads

Road in the Himalayas are not easy to drive. In Himachal Pradesh there is not easy to drive. The road in the Himalayas are difficult due to terrain and geographical conditions. After Shimla there is deep curved road  toward to Kinaaur. This is one of the most difficult road in the Asia. 

Shimla, Himachal Pradesh

Shimla is at an altitude of 2708 meters on the Hindustan-Tibet Road (NH 22) in Himachal Pradesh.Its capital of Himachal Pradesh.Shimla city is surrounded by deodar and spruce trees that make Shimla green city.Shimla has been blessed with all the natural bounties.

Sarahan, Bhimakali Temple

Sarahan is small villages situated in the lap of Himalaya in District Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, India.Sarahan is about 170 km from Shimla.Sarahan is known as gateway of Kinnaur.Sarahan is 29 km off from Hindustan-Tibet Road (NH 22).Sarahan is famous due to Bhimakali Temple this is historical temple its multistoried structured building build using kath khuni architecture. Bhimadevi Temple, dedicated to the mother goddess Bhimakali, presiding deity of the rulers of the former Bushahr State.Villages is covered by apple orchards and thick deodar trees.Deep down the valley there flows the river Sutlej.

Saharan is the base for numerous treks and is the gateway to Kinnaur.This is heaven for the nature lovers.In winter temperature may at freezing point. And in summer temperature is warm but pleasant.Places near by Sarahan are BIRD PARK, BHABA VALLEY. There is every type of modern amenities available in Sarahn.   

On the way to Sarahan you can view this bridge on the Satluj at Hindustan-Tibet Road (NH 22) Near Rampur Bushahar, Shimla , Himachal Pradesh India.

Mashobra

Mashobra is a town in Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh. It is connected to the state capital Shimla.Mashobra is 9.6km from at an altitude of 2,149 metres.Mashobra is unique place having thick oak and pine trees.There are lots of camps where you can stay and enjoy the night out away from the the crowd, traffic.

Himani Chamunda, Kangra

Himani Chamunda is a Hindu temple dedicated to Chamunda, situated at the height of 2900 meters in Kangra Valley, Himachal Pradesh, India, in the Lap of Himalayas.This temple is one of ancient temple of Goddess Chamunda its 16th century temple, built using woods & stones.The main attraction of this trek is visitor can enjoy the spectacular view of Dhauladhar ranges as well as view of whole Kangra valley.This trek is one of easiest and short trek you can also complete this in one day.Its around 10 km trek from base that is  Jiya village.If you want to choose one more easiest way to reach then you can approach via the Jadrangal village, which is just a 10-15 minute walk from the new Chamunda temple close by the main road.Who love trekking, thikc forest & adventures they can choose approach the trek via Jiya Village.There is no modern amenities anywhere close to temple there is only temple and you can pitch your tents near temples.Best time to visit here is April’15 and November’15 you can also visit here off time but temple priest wouldn’t stay here after after November 15.

Visitor can enjoy the nearby famous places like Pong Dam, Dharmshala cricket stadium, McLeod Ganj, Tibetan monasteries etc.Famous Shakti peeth Chamunda temple, is different from this temple.From this temple you can also view the Talang and Toral mountain passes.Other side of mountain there is Chamba Gaddis mostly used to reach on their destination vie crossing mountain which if full of adventure.

Kasol, Parvati Valley

Kasol is a village in Kullu, Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated in Parvati Valley, on the banks of the Parvati River. It is located 42 km east of Kullu at the height of 1640 meters. Kasol is partitioned into Old Kasol and New Kasol on the either side of the bridge. Kasol is at distance of 5 kilometre from holy place Manikaran.Kasol is the one of best place to spend your vacation away from the crowd and traffic.Kasol is an open space by the banks of the Parvati River surrounded by thick pine forest.River is full of with trout fish and Kasol is best place for angling as well as river rafting.This place is also known as mini Israel because lots of foreigner settled in Kasol.

Kasol is an ideal destination for backpackers, trekkers and special thing about place is Kasol has great climate throughout the year. It is base for trekking towards SarPass, Yanker Pass, Pin Parbati Pass and Khirganga.

The best thing is you can enjoy here the best food like Israeli, Chinese, Continental, North Indian and local dishes in hotel and restaurant Even there menu and signboards outside shops are also written in Hebrew.Best time to visit Kasol is from March to May.Once you visit Kasol place will invites you again and again.Hotels and Shops price are fair mostly shops sell accessories like hand crafted bags,decorative items etc.The lounges offer Rock n roll, Trance, ambient music which makes it a popular attraction with UV wall decors.People of village are quite humble and soft hearted they.

Kamru Nag Trek

Kamru Nag is a famous religious place of Hindus. Its popular due to its holy Lake. This is situated at a height of 3,334 meters in District Mandi Himachal Pradesh, India.Its around 60 km north of Mandi on the way to Mandi Karsog road.Lake is surrounded by stunning silence and thick forest.It's a short trek around 12 kms from Rohanda. Rohanda is small village situated at road side this is the base for trek.You can also readh here by Shimla - Karsog.Best time to visit here is summer in winter lake is completely frozen only experienced trekkers can enjoy the adventure of this trek in winter. During this trek you can enjoy the breathtaking views of Dhauladhar ranges and different -2 scene after every few km. Somewhere thick forest somewhere lush green landscape.There is no modern amenities anywhere close to lake. Kamrunag Dev is know as raining God people often visit to pray in temple for favourable weather conditions.A famous fair held in this place on 14th of June every year.

In above picture you can see the view of temple and Lake that is surrounded with thick forest.

Nako Lake Kinnaur

Nako is a village in the Himalayas District Kinnaur Himachal Pradesh India.Nako is Holly lake of Buddhist. Lake is surrounded by villagers house and trees.Near the lake there are four Buddhist temples.Its situated 3600m above from sea level.Visitor van enjoy the most scenic view in morning you can see the reflection of the village and snowy mountains in the lake.Best time to visit here is summer in winter surrounding temperature may be at freezing point. From  Reckong Peo its around 4 hours run to Nako Lake.

Hatu Peak Trek

Hatu Peak is a ridge in District Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, India.Its situated at the height of 2708 meters.Its around 8km trail.It is one the easiest and adventurous trek.Hatu Peak is surrounded by pine and spruce trees.From top of peak visitors can enjoy the mesmerizing view of the entire Himalayan ranges.Its 65km from Shimla. While travelling to Hatu peak by kharapathar visitor can view lots of adventures places and unseen beauty of mountain and thick forest.Narkanda is best stopover after Shimla for tourist it will be base for this trek.Best time to visit Narkand is summer in winter surrounding temperature may be at freezing point.

Kareri Lake Trek

Kareri Lake is a high altitude, fresh water lake at Dhauladhar range approximately 9 km North West of Dharamsala in Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Its surface is 2934 metres above the sea level.This is famous as trekking destination in the Dhauladhars.This trail is one of best place to backpackers.During trek visitor can also spend the a night at Kareri Village to experience quiet village life.This trek is best trek for first time trekker.Trek begin from the Mcleodganj Lake is approx 13 km from Mcleodganj. Trek goes through the thick Oak, Pine forests.One of biggest adventure is that Kareri Lake is not connected by a road and you can camping by the lake for a night and you’ll get to see the lake changing colours as the day progresses. The closest roadhead is at Ghera, a village near Dharamshala.

Chamera Dam, Chamba

Chamba is an ancient town in the Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, in northern India.Chamba is bounded by Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh.There are so many artificial lake in Chamba. Chamera Dam is one of best tourist place in Chamba.It is located near the town of Dalhousie.Chamera Dam generates electricity.Chamera dam is artificial lake.The unique thing about region is the changing temperature day and night it change minimum 18 °C at night and maximum 35 at day time. Chamba is one of typical and ancient town. There are so many famous place to visit like Khajjiar, dalhousie ,Manimahesh,Bharmour.

Shikari Devi Trek

Cattle grazing below the foot of Shikari Devi temple.Shikari Devi is a Godess shrine at top of peak in District Mandi Himachal Pradesh, India. Shikari is highest mountain peak in the district Mandi.Its a virgin place not much popular for tourist its a holly place the best thing of shrine is that there is no roof over temple.Its is one day short trek for backpacker trek is full of adventure mesmerising beauty of nature, unseen landscapes.May-july is the best time to visit here.rest of time peak covered with snow. You can start your trek from Janjehli / Karsog . Both are around 100 km from District Mandi Himachal Pradesh.

Ribba village, Kinnaur

Ribba is a beautiful village in Pooh Tehsil in Kinnaur District of Himachal Pradesh, India.It is situated at the height of 3745m and 179 KM from State capital Shimla.It is one of the largest populated village of district kinnaur.Ribba is surrounded by Reckong Peo Tehsil towards west , Kalpa Tehsil towards west , Nichar Tehsil towards west , Rampur Tehsil towards west .Village is situated on the northern side Kinner Kailash.Ribba is famous for vineyards,apple orchards, grapes orchards and the graps wine(Angoori).Village is surrounded by pine trees and snow peak mountains.The tempale of devta Kasuraj ji and budhist tempale is famous for its historical importance.

Fullech Festival

Peoples get together to celebrate during some holly festival in Kinnaur, Himachal pradesh India.

Kasauli Hill Station

Kasauli is a small hill station located in Solan district in the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh at a height of 1,900 meters.Built in 19th century by Britishers, the city has its own charm and beauty.Kasauli is on  Kalka-Shimla Highway while traveling from Chandigarh to Shimla.Its approx 52km from Chandigarh.This is one of the best short distance picnics and camping spot.Kasauli is pollution free and peaceful environment best for meditation away from the crowds.Kasauli is covered by thick pine forests, orchards and high hills.You can enjoy the charming view of Chandigarh and snow covered peak from here.Here you can enjoy all type of facilities like hotels, restaurant, showrooms,Atm etc.Nearby you can enjoy some famous places e.g. Monkey Point,The Christ Church,Dharampur,Dagshai ,Barog ,Sanawar.

Rogi village, Kalpa Kinnaur

Rogi village.Roghi village is small village situated in Kinnaur Himachal Pradesh India.Its around 8 kms far from the Kalpa Bus stand.Village is famous for apple orchard and Suicide point.villagers house and temple are built with the ancient old architecture they use slate,wood and stone.The road from Kalpa to Roghi is cliff hugging one way dangerous road.When you reach at Roghi your are rewarded by view of Kinnaur Kailash Range and great natural beauty.

Tattapani

Tattapani is a village situated in the bank of river Satluj in Distt Mandi Himachal Pradesh India. This is at 50km distance from Shimla.Tattapani was famous for hot spring water which was located beside of Satluj but now these Hot spring are no more these all hot water springs are under water now. There was one more tourist attraction points e.g The Shiv Gufa (Shiva Caves) located at Saraur approx 4 kilometers from Tattapani but now this cave is also under water.The meaning of Tattapani is Hot Water. But now this seems meaningless. This area is also famous for donations offered by devotees in the name Sani Dan.These offerings are given on Saturdays to a special group of peoples known as Pandys.This place was also famouse for river rafting near shimla but now you can enjoy the boating here.

In above photo you can view the old bridge of Tattapani, this bridge is not any move nowadays.

Way to Hatu Peak Narkanda

Hatu Peak is ridge in the north-east Shimla Hills.It is at an altitude of 2708 meters on the Hindustan-Tibet Road (NH 22) in Himachal Pradesh, India.Hatu Peak is 8km from Narkanda,A adventure lover should approach to reach at peak on foot instead of vehicle through dense pine & spruce forests.While travelling to visitor can also enjoy the view of the apple orchards on roadside.Hatu peask is famous for ancient Hatu Mata temple is located at top of hills.Visitor can enjoy mesmerizing view of the entire Himalayan ranges, snow covered mountains.You can easly reach here and enjoy the view from top of Peak.

Karsog Valley

Karsog is a very beautiful green valley situated in the lap of Himalayas in Distt Mandi Himachal Pradesh India. Karsog is sou rounded by mountains its situated at the height of 1,404 metres.It lies in the Pir Panjal range of Himalayas Its 110 km from Shimla & Mandi Himachal Pradesh. Karsog is situated at last of Mandi District the boundry of kullu and Shimla attached with karsog.Karsog is famous for its temples, including the Shikari Devi ,Chindi Mata, Mamleshwar Mahadev, Kamksha Devi and Mahunag temples. Karsog is also famous for site scene and fertilize land a variety of crops are grown up there e.g  Apple,Wheat,pulses,corn,pomegranate seeds etc.While travelling to karsog from shimla visitor can see thik pine forest and many apple orchards.

Old Manali

Old Manali is a very beautiful hill station nestled in the mountains of the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh near the northern end of the Kullu Valley, at an altitude of 2,050 m (6,726 ft) in the Bank of Beas River.By crossing a bridge over gushing Manalsu you will enter to another world know as Old Manali.The village has an eye-catching charm. its different from all over India.There are lots of garden restaurants serving  apple pie, pizzas, momos, banana pancakes.You can stay there in local villagers house that is made by wooden and local Kath-khuni architecture. These house are cool in summer and warm in winter.

Process of wine in kinnaur

The process of manufacturing wine in Kinnaur. Kinnaur is best known for angoori which uses grapes as the base material. Grapes are pressed and let to ferment in wood casks it take place for at least 3-4 months. The wine called SHUTUNG. Distilled liquor is divided into two parts 1. Moori 2. Rashi. In Moori there is high percentage of alcohol.Angoori is used in many ways in Kinnaur like offering to local deities,used as a medicine in winter before sleep.

Barot Valley

Barot is a very beautiful place for out door activities like trekking, picnic, adventures tour its located in Mandi district in the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh.Its around 66 km from Mandi, Himachal.A trout breeding centre, makes it a wonderful place for all tourist especially who love fishing (angling).There is famous river Uhl, its 30 km section is used to trout breeding centre.Barot does not have 5 star facilities but the nature is here at 7 star.There are few small range hotel and Himachal Pradesh Forest Department Guest House that is situated at Thaltuckhod and Silbandhwari.You can reach here by road from Mandi to Barot and another way to reach here is trolley from Jogindernagar which reduces the distance to 12 km. While travelling by trolley you can enjoy the view of terraced fields and thick cedar forests.Across the river Uhl is the Nargu Wildlife Sanctuary-home to the Ghoral (himalyan goat) .Himalayan black bear and a variety of pheasants.

 

View of Dhauladhar range from Guest House of Himachal Pradesh Forest Dept. Barot Mandi. 

 

 

View of famous trout breeding center in Barot. This is one of best place for who love  who love fishing (angling). This breeding center is on river Uhl.This is under taking of Himachal Pradesh Govt.

 

 

Sunset view from Shimla

Sunset view from Shimla. Shimla is at an altitude of 2708 meters on the Hindustan-Tibet Road (NH 22) in Himachal Pradesh.Its capital of Himachal Pradesh.Shimla city is surrounded by pine and spruce trees that make Shimla green city.Shimla has been blessed with all the natural bounties.Riedge is the one of best point to see the best sunset view.There are so many other sunset point in Shimla i.e Ridge, Jakho , Potter hills

Shikari devi from Karsog

On the way to Shikari devi from  karsog during the journey you will see road surrounded by thick deodar forest.karsog is a valley of Mandi District its 100 Km from Mandi.Shikari Devi is a Godess shrine at top of peak the best thing of shrine is that there is no roof over shrine of Shikari Devi.Its an ancient temple surrounded by marvelous and lush green landscapes.You can see the best sunrise/sunset view from the peak.While trekking to shikari devi you can enjoy the green meadows, thick forest.The Best time to come here is summer May, june, july There is only one guest house of Public Works Department temple trust manages few Dharmshalas Trekkers can also use  own tent around temple.Tourist can also visit to here by road From janjehli.

 

While trekking from Karsog to Shikari on foot you can enjoy the breathtaking views of mountains and
different -2 scene places after every few km as you can view in above picture its the residence of Gaddi. During the day time there will be no one in the residence. 

The Gaddis (shepherds ) are a tribe living mainly in the Indian states of Himachal Pradesh and Jammu and Kashmir.Gaddis is the community of hindu people they belong to several castes.Gaddis keep roaming from one place to another based on season and to graze their sheep's, In the summer Gaddis go to high altitude areas with their animals and sheep's and in winter they come back to the lower ranges. Gaddis have few hourse and god with them House used to carry their stuff and dogs to save sheep's from Snow leopard, tiger and other wild animals. In himachal Chamba , Bharmour,Pangi, kinnaur, Leh is famous places for Gaddis.

Spring Season in Himalayas

The way to welcome the spring season in Himalayas. Almost every where in Himachal Pradesh, people celebrate the spring season by get together(Mela) and some other type of festival based on different-2 culture of different-2 region of Himachal.Spring season is following winter and preceding to summer.This season is the best time to visit to all over Himachal.While travelling to Himachal you can enjoy the fragrance of spring when you will crossing the thick pine forest.Spring is the season when apple trees beginning to bloom.

Gharat (Water mill)

Gharat is the popular in last few decades in Himalaya. It is ancient Water mill used by the Himalayan people.Now days due to latest technologies these water mills are ignored  by the peoples.Gharats almost found in all over Himachal Pradesh and Uttaranchal.This is one of the best way to utilize the water energy and save electricity. Originally, gharats were operated by gharatis, for whom this was a family tradition. Advantage of this mill is that you can enjoy the organic flour in less price as compare to market price.

Jakhoo Temple Shimla

Jakhoo Temple is an ancient temple in Shimla, dedicated to Hindu deity,There is giant 108-feet-high Statue of Hanuman according to mythology when Lord Hanuman was moving towards Himalaya to get sanjeewani herb that time Hanuman rested on top of the Jakhu hill for sometime.It is situated on Jakhoo Hill, at a height of 2,455 m from sea level.Its highest peak of shimla city from where you can enjoy the panoramic view of the Shivalik Ranges and the town of Sanjauli.There is a famous large statue of Hanuman.It is easily accessible to from Ridge Shimla.

Blue magical Pangong Lake

Blue magical lake know as Pangong Lake, is an endothermic lake in the Himalayas situated at height of about 13,900 ft.It is 134 km (83 mi) long and extends from India to Tibet one third of the lake is in India  and remaining part lies in Tibet.During winter the lake freezes completely,In summer you can enjoy its crystal clear water and surrounding cool & fresh breeze. There is also camping tents in bank of Pangong Lake.Visitor can reached here in a five-hour drive from Leh.It is one of the most beautiful places in India.

Some Virgin Trek In Himachal Pradesh India

1 Bari kanda :- Its situated in Nichar Tehsil in Kinnaur District of Himachal Pradesh India.Its 35 km towards from Reckong Peo. 108 KM from State capital Shimla.It is at situated at 2086 meters above from Seal level. Best time to visit here is summer.

2 Buran pass :- Buran Pass is situated at an altitude of about 4724 meters. Buran Pass separates the Pabbar Valley and Sangla valley in Himachal Pradesh.Its 6-7 days full of adventure trek.Best season to visit here is April- June and Sep-Oct.

3 Rupi pass :- Rupi pass situated at an altitude of 909 to 5,650 meter, and lies on the left bank of the Satluj River.The whole trek is covered with lush green forests and you can also see the popular Srikhand range while trekking.Trek start from  Rampur Bushahr in Kinnaur District of the northern Indian state.It is 5-10 days trek best season to visit May-Jun,Sep-Oct.

4 Poonag Trek :- Poonag is situated in Nichar Tehsil in Kinnaur District of Himachal Pradesh India.

4 Rupin pass :- Rupin Pass is a high altitude pass across the Himalaya mountain range in state of Himachal Pradesh, India.It lies on a traditional shepherd and hiking route which starts from Dhaula in Uttarakhand and ends in Sangla in Himachal Pradesh. While this trek you can see the suddenly changes scenery after every few miles that always encourage you  walk a little more just to see next surprise.

5 Pin parvati pass :- The Pin Parvati Pass is a mountain pass in Himachal Pradesh, India.This pass connects the two valley i.e Parvati valley on the Kullu and Pin valley on the Spiti side.It is situated at an altitude of 5319 meter the whole trek is around 10-11 days and best season to trek here is July to September.Its around 100 km trail.It is one the most difficult and adventurous trek.