Nestled in the
north-west corner of India, Himachal
Pradesh is enveloped by the Himalayan
ranges. An entirely mountainous region
with altitudes ranging from 460 to 6,600
Mts. it has a deeply dissected
photography, a complex geological
structure and rich temperate flora in
sub-tropical altitudes. The Main
attractions of Himachal Pradesh also
include Shimla, once the 'summer
capital' of British India and now
capital of Hichal Pradesh; and the lush
green Kullu valley without doubt one of
the most beautiful place on earth with
the snow-capped Himalayan peaks as a
backdrop and the sparkling Beas River
running through it. Then there's
Dharamshala, home in exile for the Dalai
Lama, and to explore the Buddhist
culture of Lahaul & Spiti similar to
terrain of Zanskar & Ladakh and mixed
Buddhist-Hindu, villages of Kinnaur.
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.
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