TREAT YOUR EYES THE PERFECT WAY WITH HIMACHAL TOUR PACKAGES

The picturesque state of Himachal Pradesh is nestled between the snow-capped Himalayan ranges in North India. Known for its panoramic landscape, this spectacular paradise is blessed with lofty snow peaks, deep gorges, and verdant valleys, thundering rivers and what not! Your perfect Himachal Holiday Packages will combine this and more.

ABOUT HIMACHAL PRADESH

Himachal Pradesh is an enchanting part of the Indian Himalayas and is often referred to as the magical land of wonders. Verdant green meadows and wide valleys set against imposing snow-clad mountains, pristine lakes, rivers and a lot others. Honeymoon Resorts in Himachal Pradesh are great places to stay and the stay is amazing when you are with your loved ones.

After Indian became free in 1947, a number of princely hilly states were integrated into a single unit to be administered by the Government of India through a Chief Commissioner. As a result, Himachal Pradesh became a C state of the India Union on April 15, 1948.

LOCATION

If we talk about the location of the place then Punjab is on the west, Uttar Pradesh is on the southeast, and China is on the east and Haryana on the southeast. The entire region of Himachal Pradesh is hilly with the altitude ranging from 350 meters to 7000 meters above the sea level. Geographically, Himachal Pradesh can be divided into three distinct regions, the Shivalik or outer Himalayas, middle Himalayas or inner Himalayas and greater Himalayas or the alpine zone.

The lower Himalayas include the districts of Hamirpur, Kangra, Una, Bilaspur, and the lower parts of Solan, Sirmaur, and Mandi which are commonly known as the Shivalik Hills. The altitude of this destination is in between 350 meters to 1,500 meters.

The middle Himalayas comprises the region between the altitudes of 1,500 meters and 4,500 meters. The districts under this region are parts of Sirmaur, Mandi and the upper parts of Kangra, Shimla and Chamba.

HISTORY

There are evidences of the pre-historic humans existing in this region. It is also believed that a large number of people inhabiting this region had actually migrated from Central Asia and the Indian plains from time to time. The first ones who came and lived were Proto-Australoid, the second were Mongoloid and the third one was Aryans. There is mention in the Rig Veda of Dasyus and Nishads living in this region and their powerful king Shambra who had 99 forts.

The Aryans, who were superior in war tactics, defeated the local tribes and settled here permanently. This was the period when people saw the establishment of small Janpadas in Himachal. They had a good relationship with Mauryans, which made sure that they would remain independent for a long time. The independence declined when Guptas in the North Gangetic plains emerged.

After the decline of the Guptas, several small kingdoms came to rule the hilly state and established their power in the different regions of Himachal Pradesh. Shimla became the summer capital of India and even today, many old houses and buildings tell the story of English grandeur. Himachal Pradesh, which had the status of a union territory after independence, was granted statehood in 1971.

FAIRS & FESTIVALS

Fairs and festivals are some of the integral part of Indian culture and Himachal Pradesh is no exception. The celebrations range from religious to tribal to contemporary. If you visit here in winters then you can surely do ice-skating in the state capital. The bonfires are being light up in the winters and the festival of Lohri is celebrated on every 13^th of January with full swing. This festival marks the sowing of the Rabi crop.

The month of February brings with it skiing competitions held at Solang Nullah in Manali. A afir in the memory of the seer Baba Barbhag Singh held at around the same time at Una. It is believed that the Baba had some magical powers, which were used towards altruistic ends. Basant Panchami or the arrival of spring season is celebrated by flying kites.

Shivatri or the festival to celebrate the marriage of Shiva in March signifies rituals at the famous Bajinath shrine. There are some more festivals and fairs like cattle fair at Nalwari, Bilaspur is set amidst carnival atmosphere. Durga Asthami is celebrated in the Shakti shrines at Hathkoti and a lot others.

Around the old temple of Hidimba at Kullu, Doongri, a colorful celebration takes place in May. Banjar Mela in Kullu starts in the second half of the month. Paragliding season begin in Bir, Kangra.

Shimla, Dharamshala and Dalhousie welcome the summer in June with a variety of cultural events. The Prashar Fair is held in Mandi off the Prashar Lake. The Red Cross fair in Shimla is a big draw with tourists. The Himachal Folk Costumes Programme and the Flower Show in the capital attract active participation of the locals. Lahaul celebrates a unique festival called Cheeshu.

July marks the onset of monsoons when the rains paint everything green. Haryali is celebrated in Kangra and Sirmaur and Shravan Sankranti in Nahan.

Dussehra is one of the most sacred festivals of the Hindu religion and is celebrated in October. The much talked about Dussehra celebrations start in Kullu with Navratri. The Pong Dam is the site of water sports championship held in the same month.

November is time of Diwali, which is celebrated throughout the state. On the banks of Sutlej, the Lavi fair continues for three days. At Sirmaur, idols of Parasuram are immersed in the gentle waters of Renuka Lake.

Shimla has the tradition of celebrating Christmas since the days of the British Raj. To take part in the festivities, people come from far off places. But before Christmas, in the second week of December, the International Himalayan festival is held in Dharmshala.

So, make your way to the Himachal Pradesh and enjoy to the fullest. And do not forget to opt for Himachal Honeymoon Packages.