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India Himalayas
The Himalayas, roof of the world, is a magic place where the magnificence of the world’s highest mountains is mirrored in the rugged beauty and unique culture of the people who live in their shadows
Home Stay is Any private house located in rural areas of the State in good condition and easily accessible in the country-side i.e. within the Farm House, Orchards, Tea-Gardens etc. will primarily qualify under the Scheme. The house shall fulfil the minimum requirement of having one or more room’s accommodation subject to a maximum of three rooms to cover under the scheme with attached toilet facility which will be made available to the tourists as Home Stay accommodation. The promoters are at liberty to submit fresh proposals for approval for setting up Home Stay in the country-side under the “Himachal Pradesh Home Stay, Scheme 2008” With the aim of providing comfortable Home Stay facilities of standardized world class services to the tourists, and to supplement the availability of accommodation in the rural tourist destinations, State Government introduces Home Stay Facilities on the basis of Ministry of Tourism, Government of India “Incredible India Bed and Breakfast scheme. The basic idea is to provide a clean and affordable place for foreigners and domestic tourists alike including an opportunity for foreign tourists to stay with Himachali families to experience Himachali customs and traditions and relish authentic Indian/Himachali cuisine.Home Stay Units, once approved by Department of Tourism, H.P. will be duly publicized. A directory of all such approved establishments will also be prepared, so as to enable domestic as well as foreign tourists to live in a homely environment and to take advantage of the scheme. In addition, efforts will be made to organize short term training in hospitality trade to those who would opt for such training. Ecotourism in Himalayas
Nature worship and the conservation ethic have been an integral part of Indian thought and traditions and its also followed by India's Himalayan neighbours. For centuries, the country has nurtured the philosophy of the oneness of life, the tradition that humankind is a part of nature and one should look upon all creation with the eyes of a friend. It is tragic that in recent years, the mad pursuit for material ends has created in India and elsewhere a situation in which progress has become synonymous with exploitation of nature in all its manifestations. Today the entire Himalayan range, with its rich and unique biological diversity, is facing a deep crisis and is in the danger being destroyed. It is being relentlessly denuded of its rich forest cover. Fortunately, this has been led to some realisation, and now the beginnings of a new awakening about human responsibility towards nature are discernible. Crowing Glory Of Tourism In Himachal Pradesh
The Himalayas, the youngest, loftiest of all the mountains in the world and embracing seven out of the ten highest peaks .
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Green Tourism For Himachal
Landlocked behind formidable mountain barriers in the western Himalayas, sheltered from the rain-bearing monsoon winds .....
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The Last Awakening Call
Mountains, forests and pastures are the mothers of rivers that sustain life. Their catchment areas are the water basin
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Wildlife Reserves & Conservation Areas
Nepal is a land of extreme contrasts in climate and geography. It has a unique topography ranging from lowlands with sub-tropical
Crowing Glory Of Tourism In Himachal Pradesh
Location : Himachal Pradesh
States Comprising The Himalayan Range : Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Tripura, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Sikkim, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu And Kashmir, Uttranchal And Darjeeling District Of West Bengal
“The Himalayas”
The Skanda Puranas have held Himalayas and Himachal Pradesh in high esteem and reverence.
“As the due is dried up by the morning sun, so are the sins of mankind by the site of Himachal”. The Himalayas, the youngest, loftiest of all the mountains in the world and embracing seven out of the ten highest peaks, sprawl approximately 2,560-kms from North western to the south eastern along with its extension in North eastern India and has breadth from 250-km to 400-km. States of India namely Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Tripura, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Sikkim, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir, Uttranchal and Darjeeling district of West Bengal are located in Himalayas. The Himalayan Landscapes
The undulating Himalayas welcome with bottle green shrubbery in the foothills of Shivalik Ranges, crescent shaped, snow clad Dhauladhar over shadowed by the Pir Panjal and the Great Himalayan Ranges. The land is dotted by beautiful lakes and valleys located between an altitude of 350 metres and approximately 6,810 metres, intercepted by rivers and sprawling valleys. The forests, flora and fauna, wild life and natural scenic beauty with salubrious climate is a haven for the visitors. The alpine land, spread over Lahaul and Spiti to Pangi valley, is an ardent destination for Aplinists and a feast of hedonic nature’s bounty. In Himalayas, medicinal herbs have been growing throughout nature kindness from the times immemorial. Adventure sport is another area of tourism activities, which yields greater scope for trekking, camping, mountaineering and skiing, etc. Visiting The Land Of Gods
The fairs and festivals, customs and gatherings attended by the locals represent the unconceited simple disposition and hospitable populace. To visit Himachal, by itself, is an experience of heritage. Himachal is popularly described as “Dev Bhumi”. The temples, churches, Gurdwaras, monasteries besides bearing testimony to the typical pieces of architecture and woodcarving enjoy the international fame. With several spurs and sub system, the Himalayas are a strong spine for the state of Himachal Pradesh in Northern India. They have also given the area an enormous geographical spectrum - and one that is unparalleled in the world. To sum up, it is truly said,
“A sweeter and a lovelier land,
framed in the prodigality of nature. The spacious world cannot afford to have again.”
The Last Awakening Call
Location : Himalayas Regions
Mountains, forests and pastures are the mothers of rivers that sustain life. Their catchment areas are the water basins for hydel projects and dams. Destroy the forests and one will find dams silting and going dry; hydel projects will remain a dream and drought a common occurrence. Scarcity of water will affect food production and there will be no answer to the frantic cries of the cities and villages for water between individuals, states and nations, and progress adversely affected due to lack of power. Things Effecting Nature
In recent years trees have so badly lopped that they are left only with a crown of green top; herbal collections on massive scales by agents of drug plant owners; uncontrolled grazing by animals; forests set on fire by villagers to get better growth for grazing with no thought for wild animals and birds; fish being electrocuted in mountain streams; large forest areas encroached upon by farmers and tourism developers; forest rest houses demolished by ‘timber looters’; barren, hollowed out hillsides due to mining; murder of the majestic deodars by cutting a hollow at the base of the trunk and then setting it on fire. Land, water and forests resources are being degraded and depleted at a galloping speed. With over-exploitation for agricultural purposes and to meet the ever-increasing demands of the cities, the sub-soil water is receding at an alarming rate. If the rivers too go dry, the holocaust can well be imagined. Deforestation will lead to desertification as is happening in parts of China where the desert sand dunes are spreading at the rate of 200-sq-kms per month. Deforestation
Forests are critical for preserving the green covering on mountain soils. Extensive deforestation and grazing results in barren surface, soil erosion and porosity. The porous soil, during the monsoons and cloud bursts, soaks in water gets loosened and whole mountain sides slide down taking with them trees, farm lands, villages and finally damming the rivers-leaving behind barren scars on the mountains which will further increase erosion. Most vulnerable to this kind of nature’s fury are the run-of-the-river schemes Hydel projects and big gravity dams especially when their catchment areas have been deforested. “Among mountains, I am the Himalaya” (Bhagvat Gita) - this was the pride with which our ancestors and sages looked up to the most beautiful, majestic and mighty snow-capped mountains. Today, however, the same Himalayas are the most degraded mountains in the world - a eco-disaster in the making. Wisdom is required not to plunder but to preserve. It is time to wake up to this “last awakening call”, otherwise we are heading for the Himalayan eco-disaster and with it the “Last Bugle Call”. Himalayan States In India: Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttaranchal, Sikkim & North Eastern States. Major Adventure Sports: Mountaineering, Trekking, River Rafting, Skiing
Major Peak of Himalayn Mountains in India: Kangchenjunga
Himalayan range covers the entire northern part of India, nestling five major states of the country within it. The ancient pilgrims who have travelled in these mountains in India since time immemorial coined a Sanskrit word for the Himalayas meaning “Abode of Snow”. Some of the reasons why people have been so fascinated by the Indian Himalayas is because of the Hindu pilgrim routes, the low valleys that abruptly rise up in high mountain ranges, the lovely trekking hikes, densely forested areas lying just a mountain range away from barren cold deserts, and the lovely people of the mountains in India with their unique hospitable lifestyles. HOLY HIMACHAL PRADESH
1. Himachal, The Land of snow is one of the most beautiful states in India. It has a rich and varied landscape. Form the fertile plains to lush green, rain-fed valley; from the grassland, meadows and thick forests to barren moutainscape of cold-desert of spiti, nature presents striking contrast.
2. “Snow – peaked, pine scented, flower sprangled Himachal Pradesh. A heaven in the heart of the Himalayas. Himachal Pradesh is cluterd with picturesque hilkl resort. Where you can breath pure mountain air, you can fish, treak Explore the county side or just gaze at the breath taking mountains”
3. “He who goes to the hills, goes to his mother, the oving nourishing bounteous mother” The Puranas
Himachal Pradesh is the land of snow, lofty peaks, cascading streams, alpine meadows & lush fruit-laden valleys. Many parts of the Himachal state have a distinctly Austrian look with conifer-clad mountains, chalet-like huts with overhanging balconies and serene blue valleys watered by snow-fed streams. Shimla the capital of Himachal Pradesh, is still very much a Raj township in appearance and atmosphere. Himachal also store numerous wonderful hill stations, which are particularly cool in summers. Shimla, Dalhousie, Kullu, Manali and Kufri are a few of the hill Stations in Himachal Pradesh which offer breathtaking scenery and countless options of adventure sports. Dharamshala, where the Dalai Lama lives, is another important centre on the tourist map
It's the abundant beauty of Himachal that gives its people their character of simplicity and modesty. Due to its varied climatic conditions and altitudes m the state can be divided into three regions: The trans Himalaya, of the cold desert of the Lahual,Spiti, and kinnaur' the Himalaya,which is subdivided in the high and middle mountains, and the semi-arid zone consisting of the Shivalik foothills. Nearly one-third of Himachal is under forest cover and almost one fifth or twenty percent of the state is covered by national parks and sanctuaries. With thirty-one such areas, Himachal Pradesh has the second largest number of national parks and sanctuaries in the country
Manali is a major tourist destination in Himachal, North India for Indian & western Holidaymakers. Manali is famous as "Honeymoon Destination among Indian tourists & Western tourists visit Manali for trekking and leisure trips in Himalayas as it has become a hub for multi adventure activities and specialised trekking with gateways to Spiti & Leh Region. Manali retains its old charm ever today despite massive construction and over crowding. Hidimba Devi Temple,Sarvari Devi Temple shuru, Gayatri Devi Temple Jagatasukh,Vashisht hot water springs, Solang valley, Dashohar and Bhrigu lake, and Naggar Village are the main attractions around Manalik.Rohtang pass is the access to lahaul region. Manali is a magnet, attracting many tourists from all over the world. Over the years, Manali has come up as a major tourist destination for Indian holiday makers. It has been popularized as a “honeymoon destination” for newly weds. The Manali Himalayas lure foreigners who get attracted by culturally distinctive hill people & scenic treks this part of Himalaya offers. Manali has mythological importance as it is the home of sage Manu. Manu is the mythological deity who is supposed to have survived when the world was drowned in flood. He then came to Manali and recreated human life. Thus, the area of Manali is sacred and Hindus treat the temples over here as pilgrimage. Himachal Pradesh is land of temples and historical landmarks. This place is also known as DEV BHOOMI (Land Of Angels) as this hill state is much close to nature and purity of environment. Manali
Location : 40-kms From Kullu, Himachal Pradesh
Altitude : 2,050m
Main Attractions : Vashisth Hot Sulphur Spring, Rohtang Pass, Hadimba Temple
Best Time To Visit : April To June & September To October
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Adventure in Manali
Heliskiing
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Snow Skiing
Trekking
Situated at the northern end of the kullu valley, Manali has spectacular views of snowcapped peaks and wooded slopes. Manali literally means the 'Home of Manu'. Manu is the mythological character who is supposed to have survived when the world was drowned in Flood. Surrounded by towering peaks at an arm length, Manali's major asset is its proximity to the snowline. It is a flourishing orchard industry, a popular honeymoon destination and trailhead for numerous treks as well as a great countryside ideal for adventure sport lovers. Manali, with its mountaineering institute, is a popular base for trekking and mountaineering in summer and skiing in winter. Interesting routes into the surrounding valleys, over the high passes, are provided with tourist huts and rest houses for trekkign enthusiasts. Around Manali
Hadimba Temple:
Hadimba or Dhungiri temple in Manali is one of the most important temples in the region. This four-story wooden temple is located in the middle of a forest called the Dhungiri Van Vihar. Winding paths through forests and glades of whispering Deodars form the setting for the majestic wooden temple of Hidimba Devi in Manali. The motorable road is shaded by Chestnuts, Chinars and tall deciduous Deodars. This forested backdrop enthral one’s spirit and refresh one’s mind all along the uphill path. Vashist Springs (1,982m):
At about half an hour’s brisk walking distance from town, there are sulphur springs-gush, hot and medicinal - emerging out of the mountains at Vashisht. Here, in a bath complex with a restaurant and a beautiful view, couples can soak in the privacy of their own sunken bath, warming all kinds of ailments out of their systems. Jagatsukh (6-kms):
It is one of the biggest villages in Kullu district. About 6-km from Manali, Jagatsukh is famous for its Shiva temple that is built in "shikhara" style and nearby is the old and interesting Devi Sharvati temple. Arjun Gufa (5-kms):
On the left bank of the Beas, 5-km from Manali near the village of Prini, is the 'Arjun Gufa' or the cave of Arjuna. In here Arjuna practised austerities to get Pashupata Ashtra or weapon from Lord Indra. Beas Kund:
Further ahead is the Beas Kund. The tiny roundish igloo like stone hut shelters the Beas Kund, the very source of the holy river Beas. Water flows at the source of the river likfe a spring, so clear and icy cold that it almost numbs the fingers. All around is the rocky terrain with very little vegetation. A few mules graze around while all and sundry try to brave the wind on a clear sunny day. Rohtang Pass (13-kms):
Situated about 50-km from Manali town, at an altitude of 4,111m on the highway to Keylong, is the Rohtang Pass. There is a beautiful Dasohar Lake left of the Pass. The Pass, which provides the only access to the Lahaul Valley, is open from June to November each year. Snowfall is, however, unpredictable and blizzards can close the Pass even during this period. Here one sees the majesty of the mountains at its height and splendour. A few km away from the pass is the Sonapani glacier and, slightly to the left are the twin peaks of Gaypan-jagged pyramid of rock, snow streaked and snow crowned
Adventure Sports in Manali
Manali Mountaineering Institute:
The Mountaineering Institute located at Manali provides training facilities for basic and advance climbing both for Indian nationals and foreigners. This institute also conducts other adventurous sports activities like high altitude trekking, minor mountaineering, rock-climbing, skiing, and high altitude rescue and relief courses. The institute has sufficient lodging and boarding arrangements and equipment can be hired for trekking purposes
Rafting in Manali:
The Beas river flowing through Kullu valley is suitable for not only white water rafting but is ideal for canoeing and kayaking too. The Beas River from the Manaki to Jhiri near Bajaura in Kullu district has become very popular among the lovers of river rafting and many competitions have been organised in the same. The trip starts from Mohal and covers a total distance 10-kms. The season normally starts from May to mid-June and rest depends on the arrival of monsoon. The various clubs provide the basic equipment required for the water sports
Skiing in Manali:
Near Manali there are some slopes, which have been rated the best for skiing in the world. The Solang Nullah, Patalsu, Kothi, Marhi and Rohtang slopes are very good for skiing in the winters as well as in summers. In fact Patalsu and Rohtang slopes are the only places where one can do summer skiing. The slopes are being further developed to accommodate more trainees and tourists. The national level skiing competition is held on the slopes of Solang Nullah and the winter carnival is organised at Manali. The place has immense potential to offer some world-class ski slopes and they are being developed on the same lines. There are private organisations that provide training as well as equipment for skiing. The Mountaineering Institute has put up a small ski lift at Solang Nullah.
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Paragliding in Manali:
Paragliding is a combination of hang gliding and parachuting. In parachuting one has to jump from an aircraft whereas in paragliding one has to run down hill. The slopes of Solang Nullah provide just the right kind of slopes for paragliding during summers. There are organisations, which offer packages for paragliding. One can hire equipment from the private organisations in Manali and around.
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How To Get There
Air:
The nearest airport to Manali is that of Bhuntar, which is 52-km from Manali. From Bhuntar one can take a taxi or a bus to Manali.
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Rail:
The nearest railhead is that of and this narrow gauze railway station is 95-km from Kullu. The scenic beauty of Kullu while going to Manali can best be enjoyed on a bus or a taxi. It is better to take a taxi, which one can stop and enjoy the nature at will. Road:
The road to Manali passes through the picturesque valley of Kullu. The motorable roads to Manali connect the town with other major tourist places in Himachal as well as in the nearby states. At the Manali bus stand there are two booths, which do computerised reservation for buses. The reservations can be made one month in advance. Both private and state government buses are in service over here. DISTANCE FROM MAJOR CITIES
Kasidhar: 15-km
»KasoRohtang Pass: 50-km
»Kothi: 12-km
»Solang Nullah: 14-km
»Bhuntar: 52-km
»Kullu: 40-km
»Jogindernagar: 135-km
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» Bicycle Safari to The Top of the World (HM0040)
Duration : 14 Days 13 Nights
Places Covered : : Manali - Marrhi Nallah - Marrhi - Rohtang - Koksar - Sissu - Gondla - Tandi - Keylong - Gemur - Jispa - Darcha - Patseo - Baralacha La - Bharatpur - Sarchu - 4253 M - Brandy Nallah - Gata loops - Naki la - Lachungla - Pang - Tanglangla (Base Camp ) Read Details :: Ask For Details
» Himalayan Jeep Safari (HM0042)
Duration : 20 Nights - 21 Days
Places Covered : Shimla-Sarahan-Chitkul-Kalpa-Khab-Nako-Spiti-Tabo-Dhankar-Ki Gompa-Kaza-Keylong-Khardong-Manali-Palampur-Kullu-Shoja-Dharamasala - Dalhousie- Khajjiar- Amritsar-Delhi
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Location: Western Himalayan Region
Capital: Shimla
Languages Spoken: Hindi & Pahari
Best Time To Visit: May to Mid-October
Himalayan Beauty Of Himachal Pradesh
Adventure in Himachal Pradesh
Angling & Fishing
Hang Gliding
Heliskiing
Wildlife Adventure
Jungle Safari
Motorbike Safari
Mountain Biking
Mountaineering
Paragliding & Para Sailing
River Rafting
Rock Climbing
Snow Skiing
Trekking in Himachal Pradesh
For sheer geographical diversity, few places in the world are as richly endowed as Himachal Pradesh. Low rolling bills, just a couple of hundred metres above sea level, climb on to touch the core of the Himalaya mountains. Here lie peaks that are several thousand metres high and never lose their perennial snows. Then, past these forbidding heights, lie the visually stunning cold deserts of the Trans Himalaya. Climate Of Himachal Pradesh
The State can be divided into two regions: the Southern part, which is almost as hot as the plains and the northern region having a temperate summer and a winter with extreme cold and heavy snowfall. The rainfall is around 180 cms. Best time to visit Himachal is during the months Mid-May to Mid-October. Hill Resorts Of Himachal Pradesh
Himachal also store numerous wonderful hill stations, which are particularly cool in summers. Dharamshala, where the Dalai Lama lives, is another important centre on the tourist map. Shimla - The Capital of Himachal Pradesh
Built in the mid-eighteenth century, Shimla was highly popular among the British royalty after it was named the 'Summer Capital of India'. The Parliament used to move up to the hills to get a break from the hot Indian summers. The town is a picturesque place dotted with charming bungalows and shops made of stone. A perfect setting for romance or to go on a idle holiday. The best way to see Shimla is to pick up a tour book, which tells a small history of the buildings and churches. People & Culture Of Himachal Pardesh
Himachalis lead a simple and quiet life, tending their orchards, fields and flocks. The population is composed of a variety of distinctive hill tribes: Gadis, Gujaris, Kinnauris, Lahulis, Pangwalis, and Rajputs. Hindi - the official state language and Pahari are the principal languages. Himachalis lead a simple and quiet life, tending their orchards, fields and flocks. Adventure Sports In Himachal Pradesh
Rivers in deep gorges and placid mountain lakes, thick forests and acres of scree, mountainsides draped with snow, and green Alpine meadows, all form a part of this immense spectrum. And the possibilities for a whole range of adventure activities is also enormous. There are day-bikes by the thousand, and the trek routes follow trails that last a couple of days - or can extend over a few weeks. These vary from gentle walks over easy terrain, to grueling expeditions. There is skiing, helisking and ice-skating. There is the thrill of paragliding and the test of stamina with mountain cycling. You can go camping and fishing and play golf - or take a safari by car, jeep or on motorcycle. Then there is mountaineering and rock climbing. All you have to do is make up your mind and select your own activity. No special training is required for most things, age is no consideration and all you need is a reasonable level of fitness. Equipment, training and instructors are available. And then all this comes at a fraction of what it would cost elsewhere in the world. Sedentary or strenuous, for the expert or beginner, Himachal has a niche of adventure for everyone. This place is also known as DEV BHOOMI (Land Of Angels) as this hill state is much close to nature and purity of environment
1. Baba Balaknath Temple
at Deot Sidh.
2. Bhagsunag Temple
at Bhagsunag 12 km. from Dharamsala.
3. Bijli Mahadev Temple
at 12 km. trek from Kullu.
4. Chintpurni Temple
at Chintpurni.
5. Jawalaji Temple
at Jwalamukhi in district Kangra.
6. Trilokpur Temple
at Trilokpur 16 km. from Nahan.
7. Renuka Temple
at Renuka 45 km. from Nahan.
8. Parshuram Temple
at Nirmund 14 km. from Rampur.
9. Hateshwari Temple
at Hatkoti 104 km. from Shimla.
10. Surya Temple
at Nirth 122 km. from Shimla.
11. Bhimakali Temple
at Sarahan 175 km. from Shimla.
12. Tarna Devi and Bhootnath Temples
at Mandi.
13. Naina Devi Temple
at Naina Devi.
14. Brijeshwari Temple
at Kangra.
15. Chamundaji Temple
at Chamunda in district Kangra.
16. Shiva Temple
at Baijnath in Kangra.
17. Masroor Rock Temple
at Masroor 46 km. from Dharamsala.
18. Basheshwar Mahadev Temple
at Bajaura 15 km. from Kullu.
19. Raghunathji Temple
at Kullu.
20. Shiva and Ram Temples
at Manikaran.
21. Gayatri Temple
at Jagatsukh 6 km. from Manali.
22. Hadimba Devi Temple
at Manali.
23. Trilokinath Temple
at Trilokpur 150 km. from Manali.
24. Mrikula Devi Temple
at Udaipur 150 km. from Manali.
25. Laxmi Narain Temple
at Chamba Bazaar.
26. Chaurasi Temples
at Bharmaur 65 km. from Chamba
Buddhism In Himachal Pradesh
Buddhism in the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh can be traced back to the spread of Buddhism in the early eighth century. Over the centuries this activity has become deeper rooted, particularly in the Lahaul, Spiti and Kinnaur valleys of Himachal Pradesh. After the 14th Dalai Lama, Tenzin Gyatso, escaped from Tibet with his followers in 1959 and took refuge in India, the focus on Tibetan Buddhism spread further and attracted immense international sympathy and support. The Dalai Lama found Dharamshala in Himachal Pradesh as an ideal place to establish his “capital in exile” at McLeod Ganj in close vicinity to Dharamshala, and is called the Little Lhasa and also as Dhasa (a combination of Dharamshala and Lhasa in Tibet). This situation has given the state a unique status in the global firmament of Buddhist traditions. It is now the cradle of Tibetan Buddhism, with its undeniable link to the past activities initiated in the 8th century (in 747 AD) by Guru Padmasambhava (who went to Tibet from Rewalsar in Himachal Pradesh in North India to spread Buddhism), who was known as the "Guru Rinpoche" and the “Second Buddha. The influence of Buddhism is strong throughout the Trans-Himalayan region or Western Himalayas, formed by the Indian states of Jammu and Kashmir and Himachal Pradesh and bounded by the Indus River on the extreme west and the Tons-Yamuna River gorge on the east.[5] With the influx of Tibetan refugees into India, in the last over 50 years (since 1959), popularity and practice of Tibetan Buddhism has been notable. Apart from the original practitioners of Tibetan Buddhism in ancient and medieval India, it is now seriously pursued by Tibetans re-settled at Dharamshala (the nodal centre and the 'capital in exile' of the Dalai Lama were initially re-settled) in Himachal Pradesh, Dehradun (Uttar Pradesh), Kushalnagar (Karnataka), Darjeeling (West Bengal), Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim and Ladakh. It's the abundant beauty of Himachal that gives its people their character of simplicity and modesty. With thirty-one such areas, Himachal Pradesh has the second largest number of national parks and sanctures in the country
History
The ancient history of Himachal Pradesh like many other region of India is lost in obscurity because of the lack of accurate source material. The First evidence of human civilization in Himachal came in the shape of Palaeolithic tools in kangra and Guler. Himachal history took a major turnaround 3,000-2500B.C. when the Aryans crossed the Ravi as part of their northward expansion. These people moved to the hills of present day Himachal Pradesh. Where they could live peacefully and preserve their way of life According to the Rig-Veda (Sacred Hindu Texts) many human tribes occupied the hills of Himachal and other areas before the arrival of the Aryans. The non-Arayan tribes of the Koles, the Kiratas , the Kinnaras, the Yakshas and the Nagas, lived here prior to the Arayans. Himachal has a history of several princely hill states with areas divided among themselves for cultural and economic reasons. The famous ones have been the princely states of Kangra, Chamba, Bilaspur Kullu & Shimla regions. Many old forts and monuments in Himachal are live example of former Hill states. Other than British invasion armed Gorkhas from neighboring Nepal also try to take control over some regions of Sirmour but later they got evacuated. Climate:
Himachal Pradesh is mostly hilly but some parts are plains and resemble climatic conditions similar to Punjab and Chandigarh regions. Himachal mostly dominated by mountains, rivers, passes and lakes has diversification in the climatic conditions due to variation in elevation. October to February nights and mornings are very chilled in regions of Kullu, Manali, Dharamshala, Shimla, Palampur region. The regions of Lahaul and Spiti & some parts of Kinnaur are completely isolated where there are mountain passes that are blocked by snow.The climatic conditions, therefore, vary from the semi- tropical to semi-artic. Geographical
Himachal Pradesh, is situated in the western Himalayan region of north India. It extends from the latitudes 30°22'40" North to 33°12'40" North and longitudes 75°45' 55" East to 79°04' 20" East. On the northern front the state is bordered by Kashmir and by its west it is bordered by Punjab, Uttar Pradesh in the southeast, China in the east & Haryana in the southeast. The entire state of Himachal has a hilly and rugged terrain, with the altitude ranging from 350 meters to 7000 meters above sea level. The altitude of Himachal Pradesh varies from 350 m to 7000 m above sea level. Famous rivers in Himachal are Ravi, Beas, Sutlej and Chandarbhaga. The physiographic position of Himachal Pradesh can be divided into three zones: 1) Outer Himalayas or the Shivaliks, 2) The inner or the middle Himalayas and 3) The greater Himalayas or Trans Himalayas. The Shivaliks include the districts of Hamirpur, Kangra, Una, Bilaspur, and the lower parts of Solan, Sirmaur and Mandi. The inner Himalayas include middle regions of Kullu-Manali, some Dhauladhar regions of Chamba and Kangra region & Shimla hills and Trans Himalayas include high altitude regions of Spiti, Kaza, Kinnaur etc. Languages
Hindi, Pahari (many local dialects) & English
General:
Latitude 30o 22' 40" N to 33o 12' 40" N
Longitude 75o 45' 55" E to 79o 04' 20" E
Height (From mean sea Level) 350 meter to 6975 meter
Population [2001-Census] 6077248 persons
Geographical Area 55,673 sq. km
Connectivity
By Air : Through Kullu, Kangra, Shimla Airports
By Road: Through Delhi, Chandigarh, Jalandhar, Pathankot regions
By Rail : Connected up to Shimla & Nearest stations are Chandigarh, Jogindernagar,
Pathankot. DELHI – MANALI – SHIMLA - DELHI HOLIDAY TOUR PACKAGE BY AC VOLVO – 5 NIGHTS / 6 DAYS
Day 01: Delhi - Manali (580kms)
Arrive in Delhi by Air or Train. After reach in Delhi go to bus stand (PICK UP CHANDERLOK BUILDING CANAUGHT PLACE AT 05:00 PM AND REACH MANALI 08:00 AM TO 09:00 AM). Travel by overnight Volvo bus from Delhi to Manali. Day 02: Manali Local Sight Seeing
On arrival in Manali check into at hotel, Afternoon half day city tour visiting Hadimba Devi Temple, Manu Temple, Vashisht Village and Tibetan Monastery. Afternoon free to explore the Shopping malls of Manali. Dinner & Overnight stay at hotel. Day 03: Rohtang Pass Up To Snow Line
After Breakfast at hotel. Today full day excursion visiting Kothi Gorge, Gulaba, Marhi, Rohtang Pass (Up to Snow Line in case Rohtang is closed due to snow fall) and Sollang Valley. Day 04: Manali – Naggar Castle
After Breakfast drive to Naggar Castle and Roerich Art Gallery.Evening at leisure and shopping.Dinner and overnight stay at Hotel. Day 05: Manali – Kullu-Manikaran-Shimla (260 kms)
After Breakfast drive to Kullu and Manikaran enjoy Rafting and Kullu Market.In Afternoon Drive to Shimla. On arrival check into at hotel.Dinner and Overnight stay at hotel. Day 06: Shimla - Kufri
After breakfast, today full day excursion visiting Kufri and near spot. Evening free to stroll in the famous shopping place of Shimla town - The Mall & the Ridge. Overnight at hotel. Day 07: Shimla - Delhi (370 kms)
After Breakfast, Drive to Bus stand and drive back to Delhi by AC VOLVO. Tour conclude
bove Package Costing (Season) on couple basis
One star Two star Three star Four star Five star
17,500 22,500 28,500 39,500 50,500
Above Package Costing (Off- Season) on couple basis
One star Two star Three star Four star Five star
14,500 17,500 21,500 31,500 35,500
Inclusions :
● 5 night accommodation for a couple in super deluxe room
● A/C Volvo from Delhi to Manali & shimla to delhi.
● Transportation by Car from Manali to shimla
● 5 bed tea, 5 breakfast, 5 lunch or dinner.
● 6 days individual Indica car for Manali & Shimla sight seeing
• ● All applicable taxes, parking fee, fuel & driver expense. JEEP-SAFARI TOUR PACKAGES in H.P. & J & K .
1. Delhi-Shimla–Manali-Delhi Package (06 Nights and 07 Days) Rs. 39,999/- (Cost valid for a Couple) •
2.Delhi-Shimla–Manali – Chandigarh-Delhi (06 Nights and 07 Days) Rs. 59,999/- (Cost valid for a couple) •
3. Mini Himachal Package (09 Nights and 10 Days) (Delhi-Shimla – Manali – Dharamshala – Dalhousie-Delhi) Rs. 79,699/- (Cost valid for a couple) •
4. Entire Himachal Package (19 Nights and 20 Days) (Dli-Shimla-Kinnaur-Spiti-Lahul-Manali-D/shala-Dalhousie-Delhi) Rs. 1, 55,999/- (Cost valid for a couple) •
5. Delhi-Shimla–Manali–Kinnaur-Shimla Package (11Nights and 12 Days) Rs. 87,599/- (Cost valid for a couple) •
6.Delhi-Dharamshala–Dalhousie-Delhi Package (04 Nights and 05 Days) Rs. 45,599/- (Cost Valid for a couple) •
7.Special Manali Package (03 Nights and 04 Days) (Minimum Group of 35 Pax) Delhi to Delhi Rs. 10,599/- (Cost Per Person) •
8. Special Student Package (03 Nights and 04 Days) (Minimum Group of 35 Pax) Delhi to Delhi Rs. 9,599/- (Cost per Person) • Special
ADVENTUR: Trekking in Leh & Ladakh
Jammu & Kashmir
Location: Northern Most Part Of India
Three Main Regions: Jammu, Kashmir & Ladakh
Languages Spoken: Dogri, Kashmiri, Hindi & Ladakhi
Best Time To Visit: Jammu - October To February
Kashmir - May To October & November To February
Ladakh - Mid June To September
Adventure in Jammu & Kashmir
Kayaking & Canoeing
Jeep Safari in Ladakh
Motorbike Safari in Ladakh
Mountain Cycling in Ladakh
Mountaineering in Ladakh
River Rafting in Ladakh
Snow Skiing in Gulmarg
Trekking in Kashmir Valley
Ladakh Trekking
Trekking in Zanskar
Jammu Kashmir is the first Himalayan state of India, but its not another hill land of India. Jammu and Kashmir is really three regions: the foothill plains of Jammu; the lakes and blue valleys of Kashmir rising to alpine passes, the high altitude plains and starkly beautiful mountains of Ladakh, which lies beyond those passes. It's enough to move one to poetry. Among the most attractive part that this Indian state has is the adventure oppurtunities that can be seggragated into trekking, mountaineering and Trans Himalayan Jeep Safari. Kashmir is one of india’s most beautiful and touristically popular regions and has been since the time of the great Moghul emperors. It’s probably most famous for the houseboats on picturesque Dal Lake you’ve not really been to Kashmir until you’ve not really been to Kashmir until you’ve stayed on one - but there’s a lot more to the Kashmir Valley than just lazing on board. Around the capital, Srinagar, there are a number of interesting mosques, temples and forts and, of course, the delightful Moghul Gardens - laid out in formal patterns hundreds of years ago and every bit as beautiful today. But you have to get away from Srinagar, up to the hill stations around the valley, to really enjoy Kashmir. Pahalgam, Gulmarg and Sonamarg are all delightful in themselves, but they also serve as the jumping off points for Kashmir’s many Trekking possibilities. Jammu, the second largest town in the state of Jammu and Kashmir, and is situated 290-km from capital city of Srinagar on the south-eastern slopes of the Shiwalik range. In winter it becomes the headquarters of the Jammu & Kashmir administration and many Kashmiris move here for the winter because the temperature drops. Ladakh
Ladakh's landscape has more in common with the lunar landscape than any other place on earth. Being in a complete rainshadow region, cut off from the monsoon clouds by the Great Himalaya and a host of subsidiary ranges, it is a cold high altitude desert where the wind, water from the minimal winter snows, and chemical reactions within the rocks themselves, have carved a fantastic, sometimes grotesque, landscape. Climate Of Jammu & Kashmir
The climate is one of opposites: while in summer time the heat builds upto breaking point in the foothills, people of Ladakh and Kashmir wait for the snow to melt.on the high passes. From October onwards, Jammu becomes a much more pleasant destination. However, the best time to enjoy vale of Kashmir and the adventures of Ladakh region is between the months of May and September. People And Culture Of Jammu & Kashmir
The majority are Muslims living in the Kashmir valley; culturally and ethnically, the closest links are with peoples in the northwestern highlands of the Gilgit district in the Pakistani sector. While Hindus dominate the Jammu region and Ladakh is majorly influenced by the Trans-Himalayan Buddhism.The Kashmiri language is influenced by Sanskrit and belongs to the Dardic branch of Indo-Aryan languages also spoken by the hill tribes of Gilgit. The great majority of the population resides in the lower reaches of the valley. The ancient caves and temples of Kashmir, reveal a strong link with Indian culture at the beginning of the Christian Era. At one time the classical dances of the south are believed to have been practised. These arts survived only in folk forms and were performed principally at marriage ceremonies. The popular Hafiza dance performed by Kashmiri women to the accompaniment of Sufiana Kalam was later replaced by the Bacha Nagma, performed by young boys dressed like women. The Bhand Jashna or the "festival of clowns", a 300- to 400-year-old genre of Kashmiri folk theatre performed in village squares, satirizes social situations through dance, music and clowning. Adventure Sports In Jammu & Kashmir
In the summer season Kashmir offers a series of a little less rigorous adventure sports, such as Water Skiing, on Srinagar's Dal and Nagin Lakes, a popular part time in the valley. Water trekking is calculated to delight anyone wanting to explore the valley in a boat. A Gondala, locally known as Shikara, takes sightseers along a five-day route along rivers and lakes situated within the valley. Enjoy spending nights camping along the way. Trout fishing is another delightful water sport in Kashmir and fishing season lasts all through summer. What can make a mountaineering expedition, an adventure one could never forget? If its done on the glaciers that are still craving to be explored. The Himalayan range offers some of the most rigorous mountaineering challenges one can ever come across. The glaciers of Ladakh and Kashmir regions can test one's survival to the fittest and most testing of them all is the Siachen glacier, known as the largest glacier outside the Polar Regions. Ladakh: is surely the most adventurous travelling place in the world today. It has extensive possibilities of highland treks and challenging climbing. We at WAYMARK ADVENTURES offer trekking program's from five days to one month. One can make his choice, and trek in the valleys of Zanskar or Stok Kangri or Markha or Rupshu and many more trekking program's will be forwarded by us on request
1.Markha Valley Trek
1Delhi - Spituk (trek begins) - Rumbak - Base Gandala ( 4700 Mts. )- Skio - Markha - Hankar - Nimaling - Kongmarula ( 5030 Mts. ) - Chogdo - Hemis (trek ends) - Leh- Delhi. The best season of the trek June to October
Duration of tour 20 days. Duration of trek 10 days
Highest Point-Kongmaru - La ( 5030 mts)
2.Rushpu valley Trek
Delhi - Nalagarh - Manali - Keylong - Brandy Nallah (Trek starts) - Sokmickchick - Tombok - Marangla ( 5300 Mts ) - Tuzak - Yubok - Zara - Tsokar - Haramla ( 4900 Mts ) - Rojungkuru - Kazurla ( 5350 Mts ) - Gyame - Tsomorari (Trek ends) - Leh - Delhi. The best season of the trek June to October. Duration of Tour : 16 Days Duration of Trek : 07 Days. The Highest Point gained :Kazur( 535000 mts.) The Best Season : July to October
1 .Adventure Package (03 Nights and 04 Days) (Minimum Group of 35 Pax) Delhi to Delhi Rs. 15,599/- (Cost per Person) •
2 .Wonders of ladakh (05 Nights and 06 Days) Rs. 63,999/- (Cost Valid for a couple) • 3.Treasures of ladakh (06 Nights and 07 Days) Rs. 57,999/- (Cost Valid for a couple) • 4.Ladakh Flower Valley with Himachal (08 Nights and 07 Days) Rs. 91,399/- (Cost Valid for a couple) •
5 .Ladakh Wonders with Himachal (09 Nights and 10 Days) Rs. 99,599/- (Cost Valid for a couple) •
6. Ladakh Treasures with Himachal (10 Nights and 11 Days) Rs. 109,399/- (Cost Valid for a couple)
Trekking in Himachal Pradesh enjoys the greatest popularity due to choice of geographical terrain of the region through it is also a suitable destination for other adventures such as Rock Climbing, Hang gliding, Skiing, White water Rafting and of course Mountaineering. ADVENTURE + LOCAL TREK KULLU MANALI+SPITI+Kinnaur
Adventure Camping Trips
Nanda Devi Base Camp
Duration : 09 Nights - 10 Days
Places Covered : Delhi - Pithoragarh - Munsyari - Lilam - Rilkot - Martoli Village - Lawan - Shiama Khara - Bhital Guar - Saat Tal - Kathgodam
Day to day itinerary :: Ask for travel details
Adventure Wildlife Tours
Himalayan Wildlife Tour
Duration : 06 Nights - 07 Days
Places Covered : Guwahati - Kaziranga - Majuli - Sivasagar - Guwahati
Day to day itinerary :: Ask for travel details
Adventure Skiing Tours
Skiing Tours
Duration : 07 Days
Places Covered : Delhi- Haridwar - Rishikesh - Joshimath - Auli - Haridwar - Delhi
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Adventure Bicycle Tours
Bicycle Safari to The Top of the World
Duration : 14 Days 13 Nights
Places Covered : Manali - Marrhi Nallah - Marrhi - Rohtang - Koksar - Sissu - Gondla - Tandi - Keylong - Gemur - Jispa - Darcha - Patseo - Baralacha La - Bharatpur - Sarchu - 4253 M - Brandy Nallah - Gata loops - Naki la - Lachungla
- Pang - Tanglangla (Base Camp )
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Adventure Angling & Fishing Tours
Fishing In Tirthan
Duration : 04 Days
Places Covered : Delhi - Kullu - Tirthan - Goshiani - Kullu
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Adventure Motorbike Safari Tour
Motorbike Tour in India/ Nepal/Bhutan
Duration : 20 nights - 21 Days
Places Covered : Delhi-Corbett- Suklaphnata- Bardia- Tansen-Pokhara- Charikote- Daman- Janakpur- Darjeeling- Gangtok- Jaldapara- Phutsoling-Thimphu- Punakha-Paro-Delhi
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1.Hamta Pass Trek (03 Nights and 04 Days) (Kullu Valley) •
2. Malana Trek (04 Nights and 05 Days)(Kullu Valley) • Moon Lake
3. Chandertal Trek (06 Nights and 07 Day)(Spiti Valley) • D
3.Dea Tibba Trek(07 Nights and 08 Day)(Kullu Valley) •
5. Bar Bangal Trek (10 Nights and 11 Days)(Kullu Valley) •
6.Pin parvati Trek (12 Nights and 13 Days)(Kullu and Spiti Valley) •
6. Bhawa Pass Trek (07 Nights and 08 Day)(Spiti and Kinnaur Valley) •
7.Menthosa Trek (07 Nights and 08 Day)(Lahul Valley)
8. Parangla Trek (11 Nights and 12 Days)(Spiti and Ladakh Valley) •
9. Darcha Lamayuru Trek (20 Nights and 21 Days)(Zanskar and Ladakh Valley) •
10. Lamayuru Alchi Trek (04 Nights and 05 Days)(Ladakh Valley) •
11. Lamayuru Chilling Trek (06 Nights and 07 Days)(Ladakh Valley) •
12. Markha Trek (09 Nights and 10 Days)(Ladakh Valley) •
13. Sakti Nubra Phyang Trek (12 Nights and 13 Days) (Ladak
14 Kullu – Bijli Mahdev – Bhuntar One day
15.Nagar –Malana village trek One day
16. Nagar Rumsu camp-chanderkahni pass –Malana 1
17.Manali-Malana-Manikarn Trek
18.Malana_ Rashol-Kasol-Jari
19.Manali-Chandertal-Manali Trek
20.Manali-chatru-chandertal-surajtal-Baralacha Across Hamata Pass
21.Delhi-shimla-rampur-Sangla Tabo- Kaza-ki-Monastery-Losar-Kunzam Pass-Keylong-Manali-Delhi 11days
22.Manali –Rothang pass-Kibber –kaza-Tabo-Losar-Manali 7days
23Sarahan-Wangtu treak….5days
24.Wangtu-Pinparvati Pass treak ….shakarof pass 5022m
25.Rupa_valley –spiti valley treak
26.Morang-chitkul trek via charang pass 5266
2.BASPA KINNAUR,SPITI $ LAHAUL VALLEYS
OR THE TRIBAL AREAS OF HIMACHAL PRADES
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