Himachal Pradesh

Himachal Pradesh travel is a must for an avid traveler, especially for someone who loves mountains. The world's largest and highest mountain range; Himalayas traverse through the state of Himachal Pradesh. This state is one of the top tourist destinations of India with enchanting and picturesque hill stations.

The winters are extremely chill but summers are warm in Himachal Pradesh, India. The best time to visit Himachal Pradesh is during spring, which extends from February to April.The enchanting hilly region Himachal Pradesh has a rich and varied history. The most astounding fact the historians have discovered is that about 2 millions years ago prehistoric men lived in the regions of Kangra and Sirsa valleys.

References also abound in the Vedas, the Mahabharata and other ancient literatures and myths. Since then the regions has seen through many ups and downs of Indian history. Once Himachal Pradesh became a state in 1950, Shimla, once the summer capital of the British India, became its capital.