Area 55,673
sq km Population 5,170,877
Religion Hinduism (95.89%), Others (4.11%)
Maximum Temperature 30°C
Minimum Temperature 2°C Capital Shimla
Languages Hindi, English, Pahari
In 1996 it came into existence with the partition of Punjab and Haryana.The land of eternal snow peaks - takes in the transition zone from the plains to the high Himalayan and in the trans-Himalayan region of Lahaul and Spiti, actually crosses that mighty barrier to the Tibetan plateau. It includes Shimla, the 'Summer Capital' of British India and the Kullu Valley, which is very beautiful with snow-capped Himalayan peaks and lush and green valley with the sparkling Beas river.
Attractions
Named after it's patron Goddess, Shamla Devi, it is located at an altitude of 7,267 feet. It was the most important British Hill Resort. Shimla is a pleasant, sprawling town, set among cool pine clad hills with plenty of crumbling colonial charm. One can enjoy the superb sights of the valleys and lofty peaks of the great Himalayan range while being caressed by the cool air.
Kullu:
Kullu, was once known as Kulanthpitha - "The end of the habitable world". Located on the banks of the beas river, the Silver Valley is an untouched treasure trove of natural beauty, luscious fruits, flowers, charming brooks, lush valleys with white mountains forming this mind blowing beautiful region.
Manali:
Manali means 'Home of Manu'. Legend has it that Manu stepped off a boat in Manali, to recreate human life after floods had destroyed the world. One of the most popular places for honeymooners, It is a pleasant town with lovely forests and orchards nearby for hiking.
Kangra Valley:
One of Himachal's beautiful valleys, it rolls down the southern edge of magnificent Dhauladhar Range in gentle slopes covered with forest of pine, orchards, green tea gardens and terraced fields.
Best Time to Visit
Best time to visit April to June
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