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HISTORY OF HIMACHAL PRADESH
This region served as trade routes to Tibet, Central Asia
and Kashmir in the ancient times and was inhabited by various
tribal groups. After the Aryans assimilated the tribals, the
region saw many empires come and go, such as the Mauryas,
Kushans, Guptas and the Kannaujs. Even though several portions
of the region were ruled by kings of Bengal, it were the Rajput
invaders who were responsible for founding the later regions
in Himachal Pradesh. After the British rule and the subsequent
independence, the State of Himachal Pradesh came into being
in 1948. Later the Pahari-speaking parts under Punjab administration
including the Kangra, Kullu, Lahaul and Spiti were integrated
into Himachal Pradesh in 1966 with the state receiving independent
statehood in 1971.
TOURIST ATTRACTIONS IN HIMACHAL PRADESH
The cities of Shimla, Dalhousie, Dharamsala, Kullu and Manali
form the major attractions of Himachal Pradesh. The state
finds much favor with adventure lovers as there are opportunities
galore for trekking, mountain climbing. Tourists can also
witness the exciting winter sports that are conduced here
from late December to March.
In Shimla, visit the Christ Church, Jakhu Temple, Viceregal
Lodge & Botanical Gardens. Also visit the Kangra Art Museum
in Dharamsala. Don't forget to catch a glimpse of the Kalachakra
Temple, Dip Tse-Chok Ling Gompa and the Tsuglagkhang Complex
in McLeodganj that is the official residence of Dalai Lama.
You can also go wildlife safaris at the Kalatope Wildlife
Sanctuary in Dalhousie.
HOW TO REACH HIMACHAL PRADESH
Air
The Kullu airport is well equipped to receive flights from
other destinations in India
Rail
The nearest railway station is the one at Kalka.
Road
Himachal Pradesh is very well connected via road with Chandigarh,
Delhi, Pathankot, Ambala, Chail and Dehradun.
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