Tourism in Himachal Pradesh was restricted only to a limited movement of pilgrims to a few spiritual destinations in around the hills. Only when the British established their chain of hill stations did tourism receive recognition in the State.

Himachal Pradesh is easily accessible by road from Chandigarh, Kalka and Pathankot. Interstate bus services are available from Delhi, Chandigarh, Jaipur and other neighbouring cities. Within Himachal, a good public transport service and taxi services …

Travel Safety Tips/Do’s and Dont’s Do’s and Dont’s Grievances about Adventure Activities in Himachal

Himachal brings to you a wide range of accommodation options to choose from to make sure you take home great and ‘comfy’ memories. From hotels to homestays and resorts to bungalows; budget to luxury, pick your style of accommodation and we have it here for you.

Sturdy vehicles used as off-roading taxis are recommended for a travel tour to Spiti from Manali or Shimla.

For sheer geographic diversity, few places in the world are as richly endowed as Himachal Pradesh. Rivers cutting through deep gorges, placid mountain lakes, thick forests, acres of scree, snow capped mountains piercing the skyline, sheep scattered like cotton fluffs over alpine pastures; all excite the spirit for outdoor activities, sports and ...

Foreign tourists require Inner Line Permits to visit certain inner area of Kinnaur district and Spiti of the Lahaul-Spiti district that borders Tibet-China.The Permits are issued by Resident Commissioner of Himachal Pradesh, Himachal Bhawan, 27, Sikandra Road, New Delhi and at Deputy Commissioner’s office at Shimla, Kinnaur at Reckong Peo and ...

Follow Safety Guidelines and Travel safe in Himachal. The Department of Tourism and Civil Aviation, HP has issued the standard operating procedure (SOPs) for opening of Tourism units in the State, as per guidelines/ advisory issued by Revenue Department – Disaster Management Cell and Health and Family Welfare Department.

Escape from the sweltering summer heat and visit Himachal, the coolest summer getaway. Hike in the dense alpine forests or feel at the top of the world on the frosty snow-clad peaks, Himachal with its awe-inspiring charm and beauty and a vast array of hill stations can make any other summer retreat look pale in comparison.

Swathed by cedar, rhododendron, fir and Himalayan oak trees, the state capital of Himachal Pradesh is one of the most popular hill stations of India. Basking in the grandeur of the British era with apparent influences in its architecture, Shimla did charm the British colonisers of the 19th century so much that they elevated the small township ...