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Himachal

History

Himachal Pradesh is Northern Himalya state of India. It is one of the list urbanizes state of India.After independence in 1971 Himachal Become Full-fledged state of India. Originally Himachal Pradesh were a tribal state, later on Aryan came in this region and settled, then there after Maurya's and Gupta rulers dominated this area in 19th Century. Himachal Pradesh has well developed road and Train network due to which Tourism has become a prime source of economic Development 

Geography

Himachal is a Hill area states some portion is covered with snow throughout the year. All   important cities Towns and Villages are connected by all weather roads. The State is bordered by Jammu & Kashmir on North, Pue

Climate

During the winter season ( October-February) Temperature is in between -0-15 0 C . Summer Season in Himachal starts from March till June and temperature is in between 22-37 0 C. Rainy Season starts in Himachal from July to September and temperature in this season is in-between  25-31 0 C.

 IMPORTANT TOURIST PLACES IN HIMACHAL

 Shimla- since Shimla is near to Delhi and Chandigarh it is always first choice for week end holiday destination for the families. Pleasant climate throughout year, Hilly region covered with dense forest attracts domestic as well as Foreign tourist. Manali- It is a high altitude Hill station destination, Manali is surrounded by Ice clad mountain and hence is a popular summer vacation destination of tourist. Kullu- is a municipal town comes between Shimla and Manali.During December and January most part of this region remains covered under Ice. Mandi- This is commercial hub and well connected to all tourist destinations like Shimla, Manali, Dharma Shala, Chandigarh and Delhi.Dharma Shala- This hilly region is the home of Tibetan refugee. Buddhist learning center is established here by Dalai Lama and it is main tourist attraction. Throughout year cool climate hence It is popular among Delhi ,Chandigarh and Amritsar Tourist.  Dalhousie- This is a high altitude hill station of Himachal Pradesh.This hill station is covered by all sides by snow covered mountains. Weather is pleasant  in all seassion.Solang- Solang valley is in route to Rohtang pass while traveling from Manali.It is famous wintersports destination since it is covered by snow in winter. Sirmaur- This is a district place in Shavlik ranges of Mountains. 90 percent population lives in rural area in this region. Spiti Valley- Budhist Monastries and unexplored Natural sites,snow covered mountain are the major tourist attraction of this area. Lahul Valley- This is on Manali-Leh Route.High mountains,glaciers,Budhist culture,high mountain passes are the main attraction of this region.Bilaspur- Is a formerly pricey state now trading hub for rice,wheat and corn,Annual cattle fair takes place here every year in month of March/April.Chamba- Town in Himachal wellknown for ancient temples and caves All areas is coverd with Alpine forest,hill,waterfalls and fresh water streams .    Hamirpur-This place is known for natural beauty ,snowclad mountains and pleasant climate throughout the year.Kangra- is a ancient town important tourist places are Kangra fort, Rajput miniature painting.Devi Temple. Kinnuar- Is well kown for natural beauty,snow clad mountains,rivers and watefalls.

Palampur-Is a hill station covered with tea gardens, natural parks, waterfalls  Una- Is a district place, it is well connected by roads and railway with rest of India.

Uttaranchal

Himalaya statate of India and it is most favorite tourist destination of domestic as well as foreign tourist. It has Hindus most sacred site of Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath and Badrinath,Haridwar,Rhishikesh.Nainital as evergreen hill station with adjacent Wildlife sanctuary of Jim Corbett. Uttaranchal is also called as Dev bhumi because of Hindu culture has flourished in this region and later on spread to other parts of India.  Uttaranchal is Northern

IMPORTANT TOURIST PLACES IN UTTARANCHAL

Dehradun- Capital city of Uttaranchal, Covered by Evergreen and ice clad Mountains due to which in summer also temperature is cool and enjoyable. Missouri- It is a hill station just 36 km from Dehradun. Evergreen Mountains covered by snow, waterfalls, and various Trekking routes makes Missouri as tourist most favorable destination in North India.

Nainital-It is called as Lake city of India.Nainital is covered by Mountains and dense forest from all sides. Nainital lake is most popular water sports destination.Rishikesh- Holy Ganges River comes down from the Himalayas at Rishikesh hence it is considered as a holy city and taking bath at Gangaghat is considered as sacred .Camping, River Rafting, Bungee Jumping, Yoga Packages are other activities can be done at Rishikesh.Haridwar-It is a ancient Hindu pilgrimage center. Ganga leaves Himalaya from here and starts towards its journey to Central Indian States.It is a hill station in Uttarkhandas Himalyian Mountain region. Ranikhet-  Auli-Is a Hill station surrounded by Oak Forest.

Chamoli- The Chamoli offers exciting views of mountains covered with variety of plants and trees, creeks and the alpine hills.

Kashmir

Kashmir is the north west state of India ,predominantly a Himalayan mountain region.It has  deep, narrow valleys and high, barren plateaus. The people in the Jammu area are Muslim in the west and Hindu in the east and speak Hindi, Punjabi, and Dogri.Shrinagar and northern part people are mostly dominated by Muslims and they speaks Urdu and Kashmiri language.In Ladakh region peoples are mostly followers of Budhism.

IMPORTANT TOURIST PLACES

 Srinagar- It is he major city of Jammu and Kashmir and also it serves as Summer Capital of the State. Srinagar is well-known forits gardens, lakes and houseboats. Gulmarg- Gulmarg is a Small Hill station and it is 51 km from Srinagar.

Sonamarg-This is a small hill station and it is 80 km from Srinagar. Kupwara-Is District place and important points to visit are , the Seemab Valley, Lolab valley, valley of Bangus and Sadhna Pass of Ladakh region.  Kargil-Is a mountainous region and capitalonsidered as gateway is the main professions here.  Pulwama- is a city just 25 km from Srinagar. Saffron and Milk production Pahalgam- Is a hill station just 55 km from Srinagar. Yusmarg- Is a hill station in western part of Jammu and Kashmir.It is 53 km from Srinagar. Aru Valley- It comes in Anantnag district and it is popular for its peaceful environment and scenic beauty. Betaab Valley-This is at walkable distance from Pahalgam.It is a trekking and Camp lovers destination.

Rajasthan

IMPORTANT TOURIST PLACES

Jaipur- Jaipur is a Capital of Rajasthan. It has many historical Building of Rajput and Mughals period. Most important tourist places in Jaipur are Amer Fort, Albert Hall Museum, Jantar Mantar, Jal Mahal, City Palace, Moti Dungri Ganesh Temple, and Nahargarh Fort Ranisar and Padmasar Lakes, and Jaswant Thada.  Jodhpur- Jodhpur is also historical city it was ruled by rulers of Marwar in 13 the Century. City still has building of Rajputa period who ruled this area 100 years back. Important tourist places in Jodhpur are Mehrangarh Fort, Khejarla Fort, Umaid Bhawan Palace, Sheesh Mahal, Phool Mahal, Chamunda Mataji Temple, Century. Historical building still available in excellent Conditions are Moti Magri, Lake Palace, Jagmandir, Monsoon Palace, Ahar Museum, Jagdish Temple, Saheliyon-ki-Bari, and Bagore-ki-Haveli.thUdaipur – Was the capital of Mewar rulers in 16th Centuary. Jaisalmer- Important Tourist places to visit in Jaisalmer are Jaisalmer Fort, Bada Bagh, Patwon-Ki-Haveli, Sam Sand Dunes, Thar Heritage Museum, Gadisar Lake, Nathmal Ki Haveli, and the Jain temples. Bikaner- Is on the border of Pakisthan and surrounded by all sides b Thar desert . City has historical palaces and forts built in red stone. It has a reputation of having world’s best riding camels.

Pushkar- Has special importance in Hindu religion . It has a Temple dedicated to Lord Brahma. Visit to Pushkar is considered as final journey towards salvation. Mount Abu- It is a only hill station of Rajasthan and lies on the Gujrat border. Important tourist places in Mt Abu are the Dilwara temple, Brahmakumari Ashram, Guru Shikhar and the shrines of Jainism.Ajmer- Important tourist places in Ajmer are Ajmer Sharif Dargah, Adhai Din Ka Jhonpra, Anasagar Lake, Soniji Ki Nasiyan, Nareli Jain Temple, Prithvi Raj Smarak, Mayo College and Museum, Akbar’s Palace and Museum, Clock Tower, Lake Foy Sagar, Taragarh Fort. Chittorgarh- Chittorgarh is mainly known for forts and historical bulidings.Important Tourist attractions are Chittorgarh Fort,Vijay Stambh,Padmini palace and Kirti Stambh. Ranthambore- Rnthambor is well-known for its National Park and Fort.Keoladeo National Park- It was earlier called as Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary. It is worlds famous Birds feeding and breeding sanctauary and it is now recognized as UNESCOS world Heitage site. Alwar- It is one among the oldest cities of Rajasthan. parks and surrounding bueaty of nature are the main attraction of Alwar. forts, palaces and temples and

Gujrat

IMPORTANT TOURIST PLACES

Somnath Temple- This is one among 12 Jyotirlinga Temples of India.Gir National Park- Wildlife Sanctuary in Gujrat. Place of Asiatic lions. Rani Ki Vav Patan- It is a underground well  constructed during Chalukya dynessty. It is in the Patan town of Gujrat on the bank of Saraswati River.Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park- This is located in the Panchmahal District of Gujarat Lothal- is ancient Indus Valley site it is 78 km from Ahamadabad. Ahmedpur Mandvi Beach- This beach is in Kutch region of Gujrat. Chorwad Beach-It is 36 Km from Somanath Temple Wild Ass Sanctuary-This sanctuary is in little Ran of Kutcha Laxmi Vilas Palace- This massive palace structure is in 500 acres of land constructed by Gaikwad Family.Saputra Hill Station- Is a small  Hill station in Gujrat at a distance of 400 km from Ahmadabad.Ahmedabad- Is a Capital city of Gujrat on the bank of Sabarmati River. Bhuj- It is a deseart city of Gujrat and earleier it was the capital of Naga ruler.Hindu temple,palaces,and local handicraft is the major tourist attraction of Bhuj. Dwarka- Dwarkadish temple and Dwarka beach is the major tourist attraction of Dwarka. Gondal- The Naulakha Palace of  17th century is the major tourist attraction of Gondal.Junagarh- This city is located at the foot hills of Girnar Mountain,Mahabat Maqbara iof  19th-century which showcases intricate Indo-Islamic architectural style.. Uparkot Fort, founded around 300 BC, has city views from its ramparts. Within the fort are the stone-cut stepwells Adi Kadi Vav and Navghan Kuwo, plus Buddhist caves. To the west, Darbar Hall Museum is housed in a former palace.Kutch- Is famous for great rann of Kutch. Night camping in desert, camel safari, Cultural programmes are main tourist attractions of Kutch Modhera-Is a Village in Gujrat state it is wellknown for  for the Sun Temple of Chaulukya era. Palitana- It is a major piligrimage centre of Jains. Patan- It was the capital city of Chalukya dynesty in medieval period Porbandar- It is a birth place of Mahatma Gandhi Rajkot- Is important commercial and Industrial centre of Gurat.Surat- Is on the bank of Tapi river. It is major textile trading Center of Gujrat Vadodara-It is on the bank of Vishwamitri River.It is called as cultural capital of Gujrat.