Himachal Tourism Guide

Tourist Places in Bilaspur Himachal Pradesh

noreply@blogger.com (Sunil Kumar) — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 05:51:00 +0000

The old Bilaspur town was founded by Rishi Ved Vyas.Bilaspur is a district of Himachal Pradesh state, India. Bilaspur is a place where the echoes of the past mingle with the tomorrow. The new town, on the bank of the Gobindsagar Lake of the Bhakra Dam is 64-km from Kiratpur on the Chandigarh-Manali National Highway No-21.In the dim past, many centuries ago, Rishi Vyas came to the bank of the Satluj river to do penance in the verdant and fertile district abounding in low hills, forests, grazing

Bilaspur City

lands, rivulets and streams. In the Vyas Gufa,which draws a continuous host of tourists and pilgrims, the Rishi who penned the Mahabharata, lived as he prepared himself for the arduous task, which he was about to perform latter in another Gufa in the Uttrakhand way up in the celestial heights of the mighty Himalayas.The road bridge on this lake at Kandraur is highest of its kind in Asia(285 meter long and 60 meter high), with headquarters in the town of Bilaspur.Bilaspur was an erstwhile princely state of British India.

The ancient Lakshmi Narayan and Radheyshyam temples, along with the Vyas Gufa, escaped being submerged by the swirling water of the dam as modern man's monument to nature clashed with the old. The Satluj, which rises in the snows of the Tibet, after crossing the Dhauladhar in the lower regions of the Himalayas above Rampur, create wide terraces, in the highly developed and populated town of Bilaspur. The 225m high Bhakra dam is the highest in the world. A link with the past is still provided by Nalwari, the most important fair of Bilaspur, which is held every year in the third week of March.

Bilaspur, formerly the seat of the ruler of the State is now submerged in the Gabind Sagar, it was situated on the south east side of the Satluj. Bilaspur Township is situated just above the old town of Bilaspur at a height of 6,70m above in sea level. The new Bilaspur Township can be truely described as the first planned hill town of the country. The pleasure of a visit will be enhanced manifold when a motor launch is preferred as the means of travel, gliding through cool and enchanting waters of the lake.

PRIME ATTRACTIONS

The New Town:

The ultimate effects of the colossal construction were to generate many thousands KW of electric energy, which combined with a canalization of the waters has extended irrigation over ten million acres, to help in feeding the teeming millions. The Gobindsagar reservoir behind the dam is 80-km long on whose banks has sprung the new township of Bilaspur. Two big generating stations have been built just below the Bhakra Dam, each with a capacity of 600 millions watts.

Deoli:

Asia's biggest mirror carp hatchery is situated here, at a distance of 13-km from the town. Kandror Bridge: While the town is situated on the lake created by the highest bridge in India, Kindror Bridge is the second highest bridge in the world and is 22-km from Bilaspur.

Markand:

Himachal has always been the favourite stamping grounds of the ancient Rishis or Sage. Here they performed penances and sought cures for mankind in their orisons or prayers. Markand is 25-km from Bilaspur, is where Maharishi Markand performed the strictest austerities on his body to delve into the secrets unknown to man. A dip in the sacred waters over here is a sure cure, it is believed, for infant diseases and sterility. There is also a famous shrine about 20-km from Bilaspur, in tehsil Sadar named after renowned Rishi Markandeya, who lived and worshiped there. According to a legend, a tunnel connected Markand and Vyas cave and the two rishis, Vyas and Markand used to visit each other through this sub-terrain path. In addition to a shrine there is also a water spring of ancient fame where a night fair is held annually on Baisakhi day.

Bahadurpur Fort:

On the top of a hill known as Bahadurpur the highest point (1,980m) in the district near Tepra Village in Paragana Bahadurpur, after covering a distance of about 40-km from Bilaspur. The beautiful woods of deodar and ban trees embellish this range. It is just 6-km above Namhol, from this high place the Ratanpur Fort, Swarghat, the Fatehpur Fort, the Naina Devi hill, plains near Ropar and the mountains of Shimla can be seen. This Fort was built prior to 1835, but now is in its ruins.

Shri Naina Devi Ji:

A notable place of worship in the district is the temple of Shri Naina Devi Ji, situated on the hill top which rises some 9,15m above the sacred town of Anandpur Sahib in Ropar. The temple stands on the very summit of the hill above a small bazar and is reached by a long flight of stone steps or by a cable car. Sariun Fort: To the eastern side of the Tiun range, on the lifty range and peak of Sariun like this stronghold at an elevation of about 1,500m above M.S.L and is about 58-km.from Bilaspur. Tradition holds that the fort was originally built by the same Raja of the erstwhile Suket State and was subsequently wrested by the ruler of Bilaspur, the local people entertain a superstition according to which, the stones once forming part of the Fort are not used in any residential building.

Tiun Fort:

Relics of this fort is situated on the top of a hill known as the Tiun range, at distance of about 55-Km.from Bilaspur, on the Ali Khad crossing Ghumarwin-Ladraur motorable road and about 10-km from Ghumarwin. Vyas Cave: The name of sage Vyas is well known in this part. Situated at the foot of the new township, the belief is that Vyas Rishi meditated in this cave. The origin of the town, Vyaspur is believed to have been derived from this cave. Lying on the left bank of river Satluj, this place is famous as a pilgrimage too.

Swarghat:

Swarghat is ideally situated about 40-km.off Bilaspur on the Bilaspur-Chandigarh road. Perched at an elevation of about 1,220m from sea level, Naina Devi temple and Bhakra Dam, are also approachable from here. There is also a temple dedicated to Lakshmi Narayan.

Bhakra Dam:

Situated at Bhakra village of Bilaspur, about 13-km upstream from Nangal township, it is one of the highest straight gravity dams in the world. The lake is about 90-km long, covering an area of about 168-sq-km of which 90% is in Bilaspur and 10% in Una district. The dam was dedicated to nation by late Pt. Jawahar Lal Nehru on November 20th, 1963. The view of vast dam and green jungles around is fascinating indeed.

Kol Dam:

Kol dam is situated about 25 K.M from District HQ Bilaspur on river SATLUJ 4 KMS upstream of Dehar Power Plant.The construction of this project will be done by the National Thermal Power Corporation ( NTPC ) and an agreement has been taken place between H.P. Govt. and NTPC on 26-02-2000.

HOW TO GET THERE

Air: Chandigarh and Bhuntar are the nearest airports, located at 135-km and 131-km from Bilaspur.

Rail: The nearest broad gauge railway station is at Kiratpur Sahib and nearest narrow gauge railway station is at Shimla, which are connected by regular bus services.

Road: Bilaspur is approachable by road from Shimla and Chandigarh.

CLOTHING:

Cotton clothes in Summer and light woollen in winter.

LANGUAGE:

Hindi, Punjabi, English are understood and spoken by the people engaged in tourism trade.

WHERE TO STAY

Accommodation options in and around Bilaspur vary from luxurious hotels such as HTPDC's Hotel at Swarghat to reasonable budget hotels.

CLIMATE

Situated in the hot temperature zone the climate of Bilaspur ranges from high temperature to sub tropical and snow rarely falls over here.

FAIRS & FESTIVALS

The Nalwari or Annual cattle fair is held at Bilaspur for four or five days in March / April months, the occasion is marked by wrestling and other amusements. Cattle are brought from Nalagarh and neighboring parts of Punjab to sell over here.

NEARBY CITIES

Deoli : 13-km

Markand : 25-km

Bahadurpur : 40-km

Sarium : 58-km

Tiun : 55-km

Swarghat : 40-km

Nangal : 13-km

Chandigarh : 135-km

Bhuntar : 131-km

A place where you feel relaxed-KUFRI

noreply@blogger.com (Sunil Kumar) — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 12:43:00 +0000

Kufri is really a small hill station throughout Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh express withinside of asia. It's located 13 kilometres from your city Shimla on the National Highway No.22.The name Kufri will be produced from the task "Kufr" meaning a lake withinside the nearby language.The peak stage in the encompass location, Kufri has a Range Crazy Being Menagerie which hosts unusual Antelopes, Felines and Wild parrots which includes Range Monaul, the state bird regarding Himachal Pradesh.

The beauty of Kufri will be the skiing and also tramping that should be absolutely attempted when, if you're going to. The actual snow-clad hills of Kufri provide the perfect locale with regard to trying the hands from skiing. Throughout winters, Kufri is actually literally full of tourists who come below to seek adventure and obtain some excitement of their lives. For the vulnerable hearted, there's always a good option of trekking and hiking around the steep hill slopes. The very best season to gratify throughout these types of sports is actually throughout winters, i.e. from Nov to Feb .. If you are not into skiing along with other adventuresome hobbies, you can check out the hill station during the months associated with 04 to June. The weather will be pleasant and great and merely great for experiencing the much-awaited vacation!

Kufri stayed unexplored as well as hidden from the relaxation from the planet for any long time. It was not before moment the British investigated this particular area which Kufri arrived into the knowledge of folks. As as well as whenever Shimla gained value, Kufri had been also recognized as a significant visitor spot close to Shimla. Shimla has been an important spot because the British announced it the summer season New Delhi right up until 12 months 1939. The actual area around Shimla including Kufri has been when part of the Asian country before the area had been given for the British Dominion because a section of the Sugauli Pact. This particular region remained obscure from your rest from the world until the British 'identified' that throughout 1819. So go to this marvelous spot as well as feel the fun as well as frolic your-self!

Some great Walking, a few skiing, a few beautiful countries and also A awesome atmosphere which is just what exactly Kufri is perhaps all regarding. It's renowned with regard to it's trekking and also hiking paths. Adventure-seeking tourists throng Kufri withinside winters to savor snowboarding as well as tobogganing along its snow-covered slopes. The Snowboarding season propagates in among Nov to Feb . and also the visitor flow is actually at its peak throughout winters.

Excellent Attractions regarding Kufri

Mashru Peak

You can hike via heavy forest around Kufri for the Mahasu Maximum- the highest maximum throughout Kufri.

Indira Tourist Park

The particular Indira Tourist Park is actually nearby the Range Dynamics Park and offers position from the places around.

The actual Splendid World Of Attractiveness Shimla

noreply@blogger.com (Sunil Kumar) — Wed, 07 Sep 2011 12:39:00 +0000

Generally called the “queen of hill stations”, Shimla mesmerises the tourists having its cover highs, cascading exhilarating experiences, romantic ponds, gorgeous pits and also satisfying climate. The particular terrain connected with Shimla can also be speckled along with massive colonial cottage, A new account for the marvelous good Shimla. Shimla could be the money town of Himachal Pradesh, the actual land involving lords. Embark on a journey in order to Shimla and also handle your feelings to help their Various amazing destinations. The best time to understand more about Shimla can be involving March-June along with September-November. The particular remarkable Shimla is a renowned destination for honeymooners. Stroll together together with your much loved and relish the perfect great thing about Shimla. Many another couple of head to help Shimla over summer and winter not only to take advantage of the picturesque elegance but also to relish every single others business in a very happy atmosphere.

Attractions Regarding Shimla
The particular Form Street.It is just a great and also ample area with Shimla offering mind-boggling vistas in the huge batch runs. The particular well known Neo-Gothic Christ Chapel along with the Tudar collection are found within the Ridge.
The particular Shopping mall
It is a great shopping division of Shimla, repleat with numerous merchants in addition to eating places.
A multitude of handicrafts are available below. The Lakkar Store found we have found renowned for its wooden physical objects. It does not take best position to go throughout Shimla.
Jakhu Hill
Found in a great top involving 8000 ft, Jakhu Hill is the maximum optimum associated with Shimla. It is famous because of its beautiful your forehead called Presbytes entellus Forehead, and that is practically a home connected with goofs. Although the monkeys will not injury any person as All they require is some foods, readers are advised being watchful. The particular temple commands a fantastic look at the city. You can seek the services of taxis as well as horse to attain this brow.
State Memorial
Real estate exceptional, early old statues along with pictures associated with Himachal Pradesh, their state Museum may be the right location to familiarise yourself together with the reputation the state.
Chadwick Falls
Surrounded by a lot of Cedrus deodara trees, your Chadwick Falls provides a extremely nice natural environment to shell out a few top quality time period along with nature. There are some temples or wats positioned close to the waterfall, one other destinations associated with Shimla.
Viceregal Resort
Popularly the Rashtrapati Niwas, Viceregal Lodge is perched for the Edifice hills. It once was this dwelling of the and then British Viceroy, Lord Dufferein. Right after Asia gained their independence, Governor Hotel offered because the summer months seek refuge of the Us president associated with India. Right now, it is the Commence associated with Sophisticated Study.
Experience sports
A number of the voyage activities you can indulge in in Shimla tend to be going, winter sports, playing golf, lake rafting, para-gliding, heli-skiing and also angling. Countless options!

Main Tourist Places of Himachal Pradesh

noreply@blogger.com (Sunil Kumar) — Wed, 31 Aug 2011 04:57:00 +0000

The Kullu Valley is also known as the Valley of the Gods. Mr Rudyard Kipling has written, "Surely the Gods live here, this is no place for men". It is situated on the banks of the river Beas on the lower reaches of the Himalayas. Kullu is known for its ancient temples, apple orchards and the annual Dusshera Festival. Kullu is also famous for its handicrafts and woolens like shawl, caps, namdas and patoos. The best time to visit Kullu is during Dusshera in the month of October. A few kilometers from Manali is the Rohtang Pass, a place known for the divergent landscapes. You will find the rich greenery of the Kullu valley along with bare, brown mountains, glaciers and snow-fields. The place looks lovely in the crisp sunlight. The Rohtang Pass lies in the district of Lahaul and Spiti. Due to its difficult terrain, not many tourists have ventured into this region. The place is untouched by the outside world of modernity.

Chamba is one of the oldest princely states and dates back its origin to 6th century AD. The town of Chamba is located in the colorful valley surrounded by the Shivalik ranges and has the district headquarters. It is well known for its medieval temples and Chaugan, a public promenade. The architecture of the buildings of Chamba reflects the aura of its former rulers. Chamba is also famous for its local festivals.
Kangra is a small town and was the capital of the erstwhile rulers of the Chand dynasty. The hill station is placed at the foothills of the mighty Dhaulandhar range. There are many old temples to visit besides enjoying the picturesque environs.
Khajjiar is a modest grass-covered meadow located in the enchanting valley of Chamba. It is an ideal getaway for picnic while traveling between Dalhousie and Chamba. The calmness of place provides a soothing effect to the tired tourists.
Kinnaur is a land of rich green valley, ripe orchards, vineyards, snow-covered peaks and cold desert mountains. The place is ideal for adventure sports like trekking; mountain climbing etc. the place attracts both young and old equally. The colorful dresses of the Kinnauri women and their sweet folk songs make the valley all the more bright and cheerful.
Mandi is district made out of two princely starts of Mandi and Sukket. It is situated on the left bank of the river Beas at an altitude of 800 m. above the sea level. It is comparatively hotter than other hill stations of Himachal Pradesh. Mandi means a market place. At one time, there were almost 360 forts out of which only 10 are left. You can take a look at some of the 81 Hindu temples in the area. There are a couple of lakes to be visited.

Brief introduction of Himachal Pradesh

noreply@blogger.com (Sunil Kumar) — Tue, 30 Aug 2011 12:17:00 +0000

Himachal Pradesh is a state of India Northern Zone . It is spread over 21,495 sq mi (55,673 km²), and is bordered by the Indian states of J&K (Jammu and Kashmir) on the north, Punjab on the west and south-west, Haryana and Uttar Pradesh on the south, Uttarakhand on the south-east and by the Tibet Autonomous Region on the east. The literal meaning of Himachal Pradesh is Region of snowy mountains like Shimla and Manali etc.

Himachal Pradesh was anciently known as Dev Bhumi (The land of gods). After the Anglo Gorkha War, the British migrant (colonial) government came into power. It was in the beginning part of Punjab, except the Siba State of Punjab Hills which was under the rule of Maharaja Ranjeet Singh until 1857.After freedom Himachal was declared as a union territory but 25 January 1971 On 25th January, 1971, Himachal Pradesh was made a full-fledged State. Himachal emerged as the 18th state of the India. Himachal has many magisterial boarding schools. Hima means in Sanskrit language snow. It was named by one of the great Sanskrit scholars of Himachal Pradesh, Acharya Diwakar Datt Sharma

Himachal Pradesh has one of the highest per capital incomes of any state in India. Due to the plentifulness of perennial rivers, Himachal also sells hydro electricity to other states such as Delhi, Punjab and Rajasthan. The economy of the state is highly dependent on three sources such as: hydroelectric power, tourism and agriculture.

Hindus make-up 95% of the state population, making it the most Hindu state (proportionally) in India. According to a 2005 Transparency International survey, Himachal Pradesh is ranked the second-least corrupted state in the country after Kerala. Himachal Pradesh is second fully educated state in India. People of himachal Pradesh’s very honest and hard working and intelligent like Virbhadra Singh, Anurag Thakur and Sukh Ram some example. At present time state government work hard day and night to improve state structure on world level.