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: 4,166 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: 1,006 meters (3,268 feet) Best Time to Visit: March to June (summer), September to November (autumn) Festivals: Minjar Fair (July), Chamba Rumal Exhibition (November) Famous For: Temples, handicrafts, and picturesque landscapes Entry Fee: Free for sightseeing; entry fees may apply for temples and some monuments. Chamba, located on the banks of the Ravi River,…
Altitude: 1,920 meters (6,300 feet) Best Time to Visit: March to June (summer), September to November (autumn) Festivals: Khajji Naga Fair (July-August) Famous For: Meadows, horse riding, and panoramic views Entry Fee: Free for sightseeing, but adventure activities may charge extra. Known as the “Mini Switzerland of India,” Khajjiar is a lush green plateau surrounded…
Altitude: 1,580 meters (5,180 feet) Best Time to Visit: March to June (summer), September to November (autumn) Festivals: Parvati Peaking Festival (May) Famous For: Trekking, Israeli cafes, scenic beauty Entry Fee: Free for sightseeing; trekking and cafes have nominal charges. Kasol, situated along the Parvati River, is famous for Manikaran and its serene environment and…
Altitude: 3,500 meters (11,483 feet) Best Time to Visit: May to October Festivals: Spiti Winter Festival (January), Losar Festival Famous For: Ancient monasteries, rugged landscapes, and trekking Entry Fee: Entry to Key Monastery and Tabo Monastery might have small fees. Spiti Valley is often called the ‘Land of High Passes’ and is famous for its…
Altitude: 1,200 meters (3,937 feet) Best Time to Visit: March to June (summer), September to November (autumn) Festivals: Kullu Dussehra (October), International Kullu Dussehra Festival Famous For: Temples, rafting, Kullu shawls, and scenic beauty Entry Fee: Free for most temples and outdoor spots. Kullu Valley is known for its lush greenery, pristine rivers, and beautiful…
Altitude: 1,457 meters (4,780 feet) Best Time to Visit: March to June (summer), September to November (autumn) Festivals: Losar Festival (Tibetan New Year), Dharamshala International Film Festival (November) Famous For: Tibetan culture, Dalai Lama Temple, Triund Trek, and scenic views Entry Fee: Free for most sightseeing spots, some monasteries may charge a small fee for…
