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Tara Devi Temple, Shimla

Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple – Shimla

Sankat Mochan Temple is a temple dedicated to Hindu deity Hanuman in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, India. The temple is Shimla’s second most visited Hanuman temple after Jakhu Temple. Wikipedia

Kasauli – A Cantonment Town

Kasauli is situated at an altitude of 1,800 meters above sea level and is a tiny town situated in the state of Himachal Pradesh. The first image that would appear in your mind by word Kasauli is cantonment town flooded with greenery, flowers, cleanliness and peace. The snow clad mountains, dense forests and lush foliage...

Namgyal Monastery – Dharamshala

Shimla State Museum

Chaurashi Temple – The Serene Chaurashi Complex

Located centrally in the town of Bharmour, the temple has garnered immense religious importance. The temple was built around 1400 years ago. The temple serves a pivotal role in the life of people here. The temple complex-Chaurasi(meaning 84 in Hindi) encompasses 84 shrines built in the area of Chaurasi Temple. The centre of attraction of...

Lakshmi Narayan Temple – The Divine Temple

Currently as the main religious retreat of Chamba, Lakshmi Narayana Temple was built by Sahil Varman around the 10th century AD. Like some other famous temple of the place, this again is a Shikhara style temple. The temple has a Bimana(Shikhara) and a GarbhGriha with a small antralya. To refuge it from the snow ridden...

Nirmand – Old Pristine Brahmin Village

Nirmand holds the famous holy shrine of Lord Parshuram, Ambika and other temples. The famous rishi Parshuram has a temple built in his honor. It is a large fortress-like structure known as the Parshuram kothi, which occupies the pivotal position in the village. All the lanes and streets in the village converge towards it. Nirmand...

Bharmour – Land of Shiva

Bharmour is located 62 km from Chamba and 102 km from Dalhousie. In the 6th century it was known as Bharmour and today it has become a very popular tourist spot. It is a small town that is quite scenic with lush green mountains and forests around. Bharmour is more popular for Chaurasi temples that...

Sultanpur Palace – Magnificent Blend Of Pahari And Colonial Architecture

The Sultanpur palace is also well-known as Rupi Palace. The palace is visited by a large number of tourists all year round. The Sultanpur palace is famous for its attractive miniature paintings in Kullu style. Paintings portrayed in simple rural scenes are found at the palace. The paintings lack human element in them.   A...

Banni Mata Temple – A Temple Dedicated To Incarnation Of Goddess Kali

This temple is situated at a height of 8,500 feet, right at the base of beautiful of Pir Panjal Range in the Chamba Valley. It is dedicated to Banni Mata, an incarnation of Goddess Kali. The name Banni is also related to the ‘Ban’ or oak trees found amply here. Banni Temple lies in close...

Nirath – Famous North Indian Sun Temple

Famous for the ancient and unique sun temple of the 8th century, Nirath rests on the left bank of the river Sutlej. The temple is the only sun temple in the northern India; built in the unique shape of ‘Nagara’. It is situated 18 km from Rampur and holds lush greenery around it. This village...

The Ridge, Shimla

The Ridge road is a large open space, located in the center of Shimla, the capital city of Himachal Pradesh, India. The Ridge is the hub of all cultural activities of Shimla. It is situated along the Mall Road, which is the famous shopping center of Shimla. — Wikipedia

Koksar – The Gateway of Lahaul-Spiti

Koksar is the coldest region in Lahaul and lies 19 km from Rohtang Pass. The region halts during winters owing to heavy snowfall, but summers see good tourist activity here. Koksar is popular for the rafting opportunities found around Tandi Bridge on the confluence of Chandra & Bhaga, together called Chenab. The other adventurous rafting...