Altitude: 3,133 meters (10,279 feet) Best Time to Visit: May to October (pilgrimage season); closed during heavy snowfall in winter Festivals: Badrinath Mela, Mata Murti Ka Mela, Badri-Kedar Utsav Famous For: Badrinath Temple (one of the Char Dham shrines), Tapt Kund hot springs, Neelkanth peak views, vibrant religious ceremonies Entry Fee: No entry fee for…
Altitude: 3,583 meters (11,755 feet) Best Time to Visit: May to October (pilgrimage season); closed during heavy snowfall in winter Festivals: Maha Shivratri, Badri-Kedar Festival, Char Dham Yatra season Famous For: Kedarnath Temple (one of the 12 Jyotirlingas), stunning Himalayan views, religious significance, and the challenging trek Entry Fee: No entry fee for the temple;…
Altitude: 2,800 meters (9,186 feet) Best Time to Visit: December to February for snow sports; March to June for trekking and scenic beauty Festivals: Auli Skiing Festival (January-February), local cultural events Famous For: Skiing slopes, Auli Ropeway (Asia’s longest), Gorson Bugyal trek, panoramic views of Nanda Devi and other Himalayan peaks Entry Fee: Most natural…
Altitude: 372 meters (1,220 feet) Best Time to Visit: February to May for pleasant spring weather or September to November after the monsoon Festivals: International Yoga Festival (March), Ganga Aarti at Triveni Ghat, and various spiritual gatherings Famous For: Yoga and meditation retreats, river rafting on the Ganges, Laxman Jhula & Ram Jhula bridges, ashrams,…
Altitude: 4,520 meters (14,830 feet) Best Time to Visit: May to October (summer to early autumn) Festivals: No specific festivals; popular among adventure enthusiasts Famous For: Trekking, off-roading, and panoramic views Entry Fee: Free for sightseeing; permits may be required for trekking. Chanshal Pass, located in the Rohru region, is one of the highest motorable…
Altitude: 1,100 meters (3,609 feet) Best Time to Visit: March to June (summer) and September to November (autumn) Festivals: Phagli Festival (February) Famous For: Apple orchards, fishing, and serene nature Entry Fee: Free for sightseeing; some activities like fishing may require permits. Rohru, a picturesque town in the Shimla district, is a perfect getaway for…
Altitude: 4,300 meters (14,107 feet) Best Time to Visit: June to September (summer to early autumn) Festivals: No specific festivals; a place for peaceful retreats and nature lovers. Famous For: Stunning moon-shaped lake, trekking, and camping Entry Fee: Free for sightseeing; camping fees apply. Chandratal Lake, also known as the Moon Lake, is one of…
Altitude: 4,166 meters (13,668 feet) Best Time to Visit: May to October (summer to early autumn) Festivals: Key Monastery Festival (July-August) Famous For: Buddhist monastery, ancient art, and spiritual ambiance Entry Fee: Free for sightseeing; donations are welcomed. The Key Monastery, perched high in the Spiti Valley, is one of the most revered Buddhist monasteries…
Altitude: 1,219 meters (4,000 feet) Best Time to Visit: March to June (summer), September to November (autumn) Festivals: Palampur Tea Festival (October), Dussehra Celebrations Famous For: Tea gardens, lush landscapes, and Tibetan monasteries Entry Fee: Free for sightseeing; some tea estates may charge for tours. Palampur, often called the ‘Tea Capital of Northern India,’ is…
Altitude: 2,430 meters (7,972 feet) Best Time to Visit: March to June (summer), September to November (autumn) Festivals: Bir Paragliding World Cup (October) Famous For: Paragliding, Tibetan monasteries, and Buddhist culture Entry Fee: Free for monasteries; paragliding fees vary (INR 3,000 to INR 5,000). Bir Billing is a renowned destination for paragliding, often considered one…
