Leh !!!!

                       LEH

Leh, a high-forsake city in the Himalayas, is the capital of the Leh district in northern India's Jammu and Kashmir state. Initially a stop for exchanging bands, Leh is currently known for its Buddhist destinations and adjacent trekking. Enormous seventeenth century Leh Palace, displayed on the Dalai Lama's previous home (Tibet's Potala Palace), disregards the old town's bazaar and mazelike paths. Mountains command the scene around the Leh as it is at a height of 3,500m. The essential access streets incorporate the 434 km Srinagar-Leh thruway which interfaces Leh with Srinagar and the 473 km Leh-Manali Highway which associates Manali with Leh. Both streets are open just on an occasional basis. Although the frontage roads from Srinagar and Manali are regularly hindered by snow in winter, the neighborhood streets in the Indus Valley as a rule stay open because of the low level of precipitation and snowfall. Leh has a chilly betray atmosphere with long, brutal winters from October to early March, with least temperatures well beneath solidifying for the greater part of the winter. The city gets incidental snowfall amid winter. The climate in the remaining months is by and large fine and warm amid the day. Normal yearly precipitation is just 102 mm (4.02 inches). The temperature can extend from −42 °C (- 43.6 °F) in winter to 33 °C (91.4 °F) in summer .In 2010 the city experienced glimmer surges which slaughtered more than 100 people.

Leh is associated with whatever is left of India by two high-height streets both of which are liable to avalanches and neither of which are tolerable in winter when secured by profound snows. The National Highway 1D from Srinagar by means of Kargil is for the most part open longer. The Leh-Manali Highway can be troublesome because of high passes and levels, and the lower yet avalanche inclined Rohtang Pass close Manali. The overland way to deal with Ladakh from the Kashmir valley by means of the 434-km. Srinagar-Leh street ordinarily stays open for activity from June to October/November. The most emotional piece of this street trip is the rising up the 3,505 m (11,500 ft.) high Zoji-la, a convoluted go in the Great Himalayan Wall. The Jammu and Kashmir State Road Transport Corporation (JKSRTC) works consistent Deluxe and Ordinary transport administrations amongst Srinagar and Leh on this course with an overnight end at Kargil. Taxis (autos and jeeps) are likewise accessible at Srinagar for the voyage.

Since 1989, the 473-km Manali-Leh street has been serving as the second land way to deal with Ladakh. Open for activity from June to late October, this more ethical route navigates the upland desert plateaux of Rupsho whose elevation ranges from 3,660 m to 4,570 m. There are various high passes in transit among which the most noteworthy one, known as Tanglang La, is now and again (yet erroneously) guaranteed to be the world's second most astounding motorable go at an elevation of 5,325 m. (17,469 feet). See the article on Khardung La for an exchange of the world's most noteworthy motorable passes.

Leh Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport has flights to Delhi at any rate every day on Jet Airways and/or Indian Airlines and/or Air India which likewise gives twice week after week administrations to Jammu and a week by week flight to Srinagar. Interface in Delhi for different destinations. Go Air works Delhi to Leh every day flights amid top time.

Places to Visit:

Shanti Stupa ,Leh Palace, Hemis gompha, Ladakh Marathon Leh   TrekkingTrails, War Museum, Chamba Temple, Jama Masjid, Gurdwara Pathar, Sahib Cho, Khang Gompa, Namgyal Tsemo Gompa, Sankar Gompa, Stok Palace,The Victory Tower, Zorawar Fort, Magnetic slope, Pangong Lake, Tsomoriri Lake ,Khardungla ,Hunder Valley, Alchi Monastery ,Sand Dunes Nubra ,Siachen Glacier .

 

Shimla !!!!!

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Shimla, also known as Simla, is the capital and also the largest city of the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh, located in northern India. Shimla is bounded by Mandi and Kullu in the north, Kinnaur in the east, the state of Uttarakhand in the south-east, and Solan and Sirmaur. In 1864, Shimla was declared as the summer capital of British India, succeeding Murree, northeast of Rawalpindi. After independence, the city became the capital of Punjab and was later named the capital of Himachal Pradesh. It is the principal commercial, cultural and educational centre of the hilly regions of the state. As of 2011, the city had 171,817 residents, and was one of the least populous capital cities in India.

The earliest inhabitants of the area date back to the start of the 19th century. The area fell under the British Raj in the year 1817. The climatic conditions attracted the British to establish the city in the dense forests of Himalayas. As the summer capital, Shimla hosted many important political meetings including the Simla Accord of 1914 and the Simla Conference of 1945. After independence, the state of Himachal Pradesh came into being in 1948 as a result of integration of 28 princely states. Even after independence, the city remained an important political centre, hosting the Simla Agreementof 1972. After the reorganisation, the Mahasu district and its major portion were merged with Shimla. Its name is derived from the goddess Shyamala Devi, an incarnation of the Hindu goddess Kali^[update]

• The Mall is the main shopping street of Shimla. It also has many restaurants, clubs, banks, bars, post offices and tourist offices. The Gaiety Theatre is also situated there.
• Christ Church: Situated on the Ridge, Christ Church is the second oldest church in Northern India. It has a very majestic appearance and inside there are stained glass windows which represent faith, hope, charity, fortitude, patience and humility.
• Jakhu Hill: 2 km from Shimla, at a height of 8,000 ft, Jakhu Hill is the highest peak an offers a beautiful view of the town and of the snow-covered Himalayas. At the top of the hill, is an old temple of Lord Hanuman, which is also the home of countless playful monkeys waiting to be fed by all visitors. A 108 feet (33 metre) statue of Lord Hanuman, a Hindu deity, at 8,500 feet (2,591 metres) above sea level, is single statue to stand at the highest altitude among several other master pieces in the world, overtaking the Christ Redeemer in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
• Jutogh: Located just 8 km away from the city centre, this army cantonment is near Totu, an important suburb of Shimla city.
• Shimla State Museum: The museum, which was opened in 1974, has tried to protect hill-out and the cultural wealth of the state. There is a collection of miniature Pahari paintings, sculptures, bronzes wood-carvings and also costumes, textiles and jewellery of the region.
• Indian Institute of Advanced Study: This institute is housed at the former Viceregal Lodge, built in 1884-88.
• Summer Hill: Situated at a distance of 5 km from the Ridge is the lovely township of Summer Hill, at a height of 6,500 ft on the Shimla-Kalka railway line. Mahatma Gandhi lived in these quiet surroundings during his visits to Shimla. Himachal Pradesh University is situated here.
• Annandale: Developed as the racecourse of Shimla, Annandale is 2–4 km from the Ridge at a height of 6,117 ft. It is a very big beautiful ground, now used by the Indian Army.
• Tara Devi: 11 km from the Shimla bus-stand. Tara Devi Hill has a temple dedicated to the goddess of stars on top of the hill. There is a military Dairy Town here as well as the headquarters of Bharat Scouts and Guides.
• Sankat Mochan: A very famous Lord Hanuman temple is located here.
• Junga: Junga is near Tehsi, 26 km from Shimla. Its original name (with diacritics) is Jūnga and is a former royal retreat of the princely state of Keonthal. It is also known as the Keonthal Estate.
• Anand Vilas: Midway between Shimla and Junga. "Sarva Dharma Mandir", Temple of all faiths, is a spiritual group dedicated to Mother Nature. Thousands of visitors and devotees come here every year. There is an "Art is Values" school with pupils from all over India. Classes are provided free of cost.
• Totu: A major developing suburb of Shimla on NH-88. Houses Jutogh railway station & HimFed under Govt. of Himachal Pradesh.
• Mashobra: 13 km from Shimla, site of the annual Sipi fair in June.
• Kufri: 16 km from Shimla at a height of 8,600 ft, Kufri is the local winter sports centre, and it also has a small zoo.
• Chharabra: 13 km from Shimla on route to Kufri.
• Naldehra: 22 km from Shimla, with a nine-hole Naldehra Golf Club. The annual Sipi fair in June is held in Naldehra.
• Chail: Chail was built as summer retreat by the Maharaja of Patiala during the British Raj, it is known for its cricket pitch, the highest in the world.

 

 

 

Mcleodganj !!!!!

                                  McLeodganj

                                      

Initially home of the semi-roaming Gaddi tribe, McLeodganj is today the home of His Holiness, the Dalai Lama. This mid nineteenth century spot was created as a British Garrison. The spot was produced as an important authoritative point for the entire Kangra valley. Today the spot has created as home office of the banished Tibetan Government. The great cloister has overwhelming size pictures of Buddha, Padmasambhava and Avaloketeshwara.


Nearby Attractions:

The Shrine of Bhagsunath

Only 300m from the inn is the old sanctuary of Bhagsunath. The Temple complex includes the Shiva sanctuary, new water springs, a swimming pool and a waterfall. The waterfall and in addition the sublime Dhauladhar extents and Glacial tops are noticeable from the lodging room itself.

Triund

Triund is 9km from the spot. Triund is a well known  spot at a stature of 2827 m. The region is on the foothills of Dhauladhar range and is 17-kms from Dharamshala. The snow line begins at Ilaqua, which is 5-kms from Triund. The amazing perspectives of the mountains and the valleys makes Triund a perfect cookout spot and trekking spot.

St. John's Church

A standout amongst the most wonderful recollections of the British Raj is the congregation of St. John, arranged in the wild. This charmingly dressed stone church is found only 1-km from Mcleodgunj. Under the shade of Deodar branches, a dedication has been made over the body of the British Viceroy, Lord Elgin who kicked the bucket at Dharamshala in 1863.

Kangra Art Museum

This love trove of the Kangra valley's specialties, artworks, and rich past, presentations ancient rarities that go back to the fifth century. The exhibition hall additionally incorporates a display of Kangra's popular small works of art and a delegate gathering of figures, earthenware, and anthropological things.

War Memorial

Set in the midst of the pine forests is a war remembrance, based on the section purpose of to Dharamshala to honor the post autonomy war saints of Himachal Pradesh. A web of thin ways and finished gardens lead towards this landmark.

Dal Lake

Encompassed by high and green Deodar trees is the lake, which fills a mountain dish. Arranged 03-kms far from the town, this lake is effortlessly congenial by street and makes a captivating and peaceful outing spot.

Tatwani and Machhrial

There are hot springs arranged at Tatwani, 25-km from Dharamshala however in transit, at Machhrial, is a waterfall twice as large as the one close to the Bhagsunath sanctuary.  

Chinmaya Tapovan

Tapovan is 22km from the lodging is the peaceful ashram complex set up by the immense type of the Gita- - Swami Chinmayananda. Arranged on the banks of Bindu Saras, the ashram incorporates a 9m high picture of Hanuman, a Ram sanctuary, a contemplation lobby, a school and a wellbeing and diversion focus.

Masrur

Fifteen luxuriously cut solid rock sanctuaries etched in the wonderful style of the Kailash sanctuary at Ellora and going back to the eighth century are to be found at Masrur, only 15 km south of Kangra. Pictures of Ram Sita and Lakhsman can be found in the sanctum of the principle sanctuary.

Kareri

Set in the midst of a sylvan encompassing is a rest house, situated in the cool profundities of the pine woods. Encompassed by green open glades and backwoods of tall oak and pine at a stature of 3250m is arranged the pleasant Kareri Lake, which is only 13-km from the rest house and 22-kms from Dharamshala.

Trilokpur

In transit from Pathankot, 41-km from Dharamshala are the one of a kind hollow sanctuaries with a stalactite and stalagmites committed to Lord Shiva.

Sujanpur Tira

This spot is celebrated for the divider works of art and the sanctuaries. Sujanpur Tira likewise has post, which merits going to. It is 80-km from Dharamshala and specifically the celebration of Holi is a noteworthy occasion here and draws in numerous guests to this territory.

Jawalamukhi

Committed to the "Goddess of Light", the sanctuary is a standout amongst the most well known Hindu sanctuaries in northern India.The sanctuary is topped by a brilliant tower, a blessing from the Emperor Akbar. The well known sanctuary of Jwalamukhi is 30-km. from Kangra and 56-km from Dharamshala.

Chamunda Devi

Not so distant from the town is the renowned sanctuary with the superb Dhaulandhars as a background. It is a charming spot with eminent perspectives of the mountains, the Baner Khud, Pathiar and Lahala woods.

Nurpur

Named after Nurjehan the consort of the Mughal Emperor Jehangir, it has an old fortress and a perfectly cut Krishna sanctuary. Nurpur is likewise well known for its fine Pashmina shawls and materials