Monday 29 June 2015

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.

Wednesday 24 June 2015

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.

Friday 19 June 2015

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.

Thursday 18 June 2015

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.

Wednesday 17 June 2015

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.

Tuesday 16 June 2015

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.









Thursday 11 June 2015

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.

Tuesday 9 June 2015

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.

Sunday 7 June 2015

Fullech Festival



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

Thursday 4 June 2015

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.

Wednesday 3 June 2015

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.

Monday 1 June 2015

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.