The Lakshminarayan group of temples in the town of Chamba are of great archaeological importance. Six stone temples dedicated to Shiva and Vishnu with tall shikaras, finely carved, date from the 8th century AD. The Lakshminarayan Temple is the oldest in this group.

This ancient temple is believed to be 1000 years old and is dedicated to Devi Vajreshwari-Goddess of lightning. The temple is situated on the northern most corner of the town at the end of Jansali Bazar. No historical record of the temple is available. The temple is built in the Shikhara style with wooden Chhattries and stands on the platform. The Shikhara of the temple is

Dalhousie is built on and around five hills. Located on the western edge of the Dhauladhar mountain range of the Himalayas, it is surrounded by the beautiful scenery of snow-capped peaks. Dalhousie is situated at 2050 meters above sea level. Scottish and Victorian architecture is prevalent in the bungalows and churches in the town. The best time to visit is in

23 kms from Dalhousie is the mini Switzerland of India at a height of 1950 meters. The lush green meadows are surrounded by thick pine and cedar forests. Grazing herds of sheep, goats and other milch cattle present a prefect pastoral scenery. There is a small lake in the center of the saucer shaped meadow which has in it a floating island. Khajjiar is picturesque and a photographer's

Dharamsala, popularly known as the ‘Queen of the Hills’, is situated at a height of 1500 meters is a popular hill station in India and important pilgrim site for Buddhism

Located 10 Kms from Dharamshala, Mecleodganj is very important pilgrim site of Buddhism. The Budha temple is situated opposite to the present abode of His Holiness, the Dalai Lama and is worth a visit. The Tibetan Institute of performing Arts (TIPA) is 1km. walk from McLeod Ganj and preserves a number of musical dance and theatrical traditions of Tibet. It holds an annual

Palampur 40 Kms from Dharamshala, at a height of 1219 meters, is one a main tourist spot in the beautiful Kangra valley surrounded by tea gardens and pine trees. The place enjoys a healthy climate and the pine scented air. Behind this town stands high ranges of Dhauladhar mountains, whose tops remain snow covered for most part of the year.

Lahaul and Spiti are the two remote Himalayan Valleys of Himachal Pradesh, lying on the Indo-Tibet border. Strange, exciting, primitive, these valleys are unsurpassed in mountain scape, in the rugged beauty of their rocky escapements and the splendor of their snow covered peaks There are little monsoon in both these valleys and this enables climbers & trekkers to enjoy a long and unbroken season in perpetual sunshine to explore the wilderness and grandeur of the inner Himalaya. This unique feature makes Lahul-Spiti as an ideal destination for tourists and trekkers in the month of July, August and September.

Lahaul is marked by a central mass of uniformly high mountains and massive glaciers. The two rivers, Chandra and Bhaga which rise on either side of the Baralacha La, flow through the narrow Chandra and Bhaga valleys. Lahaul is a land of fascinating Buddhist art and culture. The monasteries of Lahaul-Spiti are rich repositories of ancient murals, thankas, wood carving and golden images of Padmasambhava. The valley lies at a height of 2745 metres above sea level. Summer in this valley is cool and pleasant with green grass and alpine flowers.

Gondla is a small village located 18 kms from Keylong on the bank of Chandra river. Here in the month of July a fair is held when Lamas dance & enjoy. The Gompa of this village has historical significance and the fair attracts a large number of visitors. The residence of the Thakur of Gondla is an eight storey building of its own kind in the entire Lahaul.

once the royal observatory has a charmingly laid out garden and is a five-minute drive from Cheshmashahi. A Buddhist monastery at one time. It is situated on the spur of a mountain overlooking the Dal Lake, the ancient monument, with a well-laid spacious garden in front, is connected to Cheshmashahi by road. It is illuminated at night.

Oldest Gompa of Lahaul having wooden structure with pyramidal roofs, wood carving and preserving the idols of Padmasambhava & Brajeshwari Devi this monastery is situated 4 Kms above Tandi on the bank of Chandra river. On the full moon night in mid-June a festival called "GHANTAL" is celebrated by Lamas & Thakurs together.

Keylong is the district Headquarters of Lahaul Spiti and situated on the to Leh – Rohtang road.It is an oasis of green fields and willow trees, water streams surrounded with brown hills and snow capped peaks. Good facilities are available at Keylong for tourists.

Kardang Monastry is situated about 5kms from Keylong across Bhaga river. It is believed to be built in 12th century. The Monastery has a large library of Kangyur and Tangyur volumes of Budhist scriptures in Bhoti. Kardang village was once the capital of Lahaul.

Situated on a hill about 3 kms from Keylong towards. During June/July month this monastery attracts lot of visitors when Lamas perform devil dance. It was founded in the 17th century AD. It belongs to red hat sect and is located among the blue pines.

About 6 kms. from Keylong ,Tayul Gompa is one of the oldest monasteries of the valley having a big statue of Guru Padmasamhava.Statue is about 5 m high and houses library of Kangyur having 101 volumes. In Tibetan language Ta-Yul means the chosen place.

Gemur is 18 kms. from Keylong in Bhaga valley. Here devil dance is held during July in the Local Gompa. The place is situated on Manali-Leh highway.

Darcha is 24 kms from Keylong on Leh road .Here a camping ground is available and this place is very famous among trekkers. From Darcha trekkers start their trek to Padem, via Shingola as well as Baralacha/Phirtsela. There is a police check-post for assistance. Beyond this point there are hardly any trees.Yotche and Zanskar Nallahs meet Bhaga river here from

Baralacha La is about 73 kms from Keylong on Manali Leh road. The name means pass with cross roads on summit (roads from Ladakh, Spiti and Lahaul join at the top). There is no road yet from Spiti. Only a path exists. This is also the point of origin of Chandra, Bhaga and, Yunam rivers. They flow to three different directions through the Chandra, Bhaga and Lingti valleys.

It is the last border point between states of Himachal and Ladakh.It is situated at a distance of 116 kms. from Keylong.

Trilokinath means the Shiva .This temple is situated in a village 4 kms short of Udaipur on bank of Chenab river. Devotees from far off places come to pay their respects at this unique temple. This Shiva temple was given a look of Budhist shrine by Guru Padmasambhava by installing the 6 armed image of Avalokiteshvar. It is now sacred both to Hindus and Bhudhists

This place is situated near the confluence of Chenab and Mayar Nallah and is starting point of Mayar valley and further on to Zanskar and other peaks. This is a green area rather the whole Chenab valley is greener than the Lahaul valley.Some years back the road was only upto this point and from here the trekking expeditions to different areas used to start. Now the road is

Spiti is also called "Little Tibet" because it has almost the same terrain, vegetation & climate. Spiti means "Middle Country". It lies between Tibet, Ladakh, Kinnaur, Lahaul & Kulu. From Shimla via Kinnaur there is a motorable road which remains open upto Kaza for 8 to 9 months. The valley is not wide but there are villages and some fields where people grow barley, buck- wheat, peas & vegetables. It has an area of 4800 sq. kms. Some inhabitants have adopted Budhism as there faith and Bhoti is the spoken language. The people are simple and honest. The main Spiti valley is split into eastern and western valleys. They are connected with Ladakh & Tibet on eastern side & Kinnaur and Kulu on western side through high passes.

Kye Monastery is situated 12 kms north of Kaza and serves the western population of Spiti. It is the oldest and biggest monastery of the valley.It houses beautiful scriptures and paintings of Budha and other goddesses. Lamas practice dancing, singing and play on pipes and horns. It has murals and books of high aesthetic value.

Thang Yug Gompa is located 13 kms above kaza serving western part of central Spiti.

Kungri Gompa is situated in the Pin valley about 10 kms from Attargo where Spiti river has to be crossed to enter Pin valley. The Gompa serves the population of Pin valley.

Dhankar Monastry is situated about 25 kms east of Kaza and serves eastern part of central Spiti. Dhankar is a big village and erstwhile capital of Spiti Kingdom. On top of a hill there is a fort which was used as prison in past.The Monastery has about 100 Lamas.Monastry houses many relics in the shape of paintings and sculptures.

It is another big gompa for serving eastern Spiti. It belongs to the tenth century and is located 50 kms. from kaza. It is a famous gompa next to Tholing Gompa in Tibet. It has about 60 Lamas and a large collection of Scriptures, wall paintings etc. Here murals of this gompa have a great similarity to that of the Ajanta paintings.

As Rohtang pass is a gateway to Lahaul Valley similarly Kunzum pass is the gateway to Spiti from Kulu & Lahaul. After crossing Rohtang pass and driving 20kms, one has to turn right from Gramphoo. While going to this pass, the panoramic view of Bara-Sigri glacier (second longest glacier in the world) is enthralling and inspiring.There is a temple at the top of this pass

Losar village is situated near the confluence of Losar and Peeno streams. This village is worth a visit being the first big village and because of its Location. Yak and horse riding are other charms to add to its beauty and unique experience.

This village is locally known as Khyipur, one of the highest villages in the world at an altitude of 4205 m above sea level in a narrow valley surrounded by mountains from all sides.Gette village, at a short distance away from kaza, is the highest in the world with a height of 4270 m.

Manikaran is 45kms. from Kulu.This place is famous for its hot springs. Thousands of people take a holy dip in hot waters here. The water is so hot that dal, rice & vegetables etc can be cooked in it. It is also a well known pilgrimage place for both Hindus & Sikhs. Ramchandra and Shivaji temples besides a Gurudwara are there. According to an old legend, Manikaran is

Manali also called Switzerland of India is located 40 kms north of Kulu.Landscapes of Manali is breath taking.One can see well-defined snow capped peaks, the Beas river with its clear water meanders through the town. On the other side are deodar and pine trees, tiny fields and fruit orchards. It is an excellent place for a holiday, a favorite resort for trekkers to Lahaul, Spiti,

Rohtang Pass is 51 Kms from Manali on Manali - Leh highway. It offers a panoramic and spectacular Mountain View. The pass is open from June to October. Although trekkers can cross it earlier. It is a gateway to Lahaul Spiti, Pangi and Leh valley just as Zojila pass is a gatway to Ladakh. There are a beautiful sight of glaciers, peaks and Chandra river flows down in

The cave temple of Baba Balak Nath is thronged by devotees all the year round. It is situated on the border of Bilaspur (70 Kms), Hamirpur (30 Kms) and is well connected by roads from all sides. During Navratras, there is a continuous stream of visitors to receive blessings of the Baba.

Kasauli a little quite town is located 77 k.m. from Shimla and 35 k.m. from Kalka, at 1927 metres altitude. Its colonial ambience is reinforced by cobbled paths, quaint shops, gabled houses with charming facades and scores of neat little gardens and orchards. Kasauli is surrounded by a mixed forest of chir-pine, Himalayan oak and huge horse-chestnuts. Its narrow road slither up

Chail with a lush green setting is located 43 k.m. from Shimla, this was the former 'summer capital' of the Patiala state. At 2250 metres it has the world's highest cricket pitch and a polo ground, the old palace and the possibility of some angling are added attractions.

14 Kms beyond Recong Peo the Kalpa village is located. Across the river, facing Kalpa is the majesty of the Kinner Kailash range. This is a spectaculars sight early in the morning as the rising sun touches the snowy peaks with crimson and gold light.

Sangla is situated on the right bank of Baspa river and is 17 kms from Karcham.Journey from Karcham onwards is enjoyable and adventurous throughout the valley. The natural scenery all around and the eternal snow view are picturesque and charming.Sangla Valley is also known as Baspa Valley. This is the most charming valley in the entire District of Kinnaur.

Jakhoo temple is at Shimla's highest peak offers a panoramic view of the town. An ancient temple dedicated to "Lord Hanuman" is of great attraction over here.

Fagu is 24 Kms from Shimla on India- Tibet road. The place offers a great scenic beauty.

Narkanda is 60 Kms from Shimla on Indo- Tibet road.Narkanda offers spectacular views of snow ranges. An uphill trek through Deodar woods leads to Hatu Peak (8 Km). Ancient temple of Hatu Mata located here.

Mashobra is 12 Kms from Shimla on Shimla - Naldehra road. Surrounded by thick forests and offers ideal walks. Goddess Durga temple is worth seeing at Mashobra.

Naldehra is 22 Kms from Shimla on Shimla - Tattapani road. Naldehra is famous for its nine hole golf course. It was designed by the British viceroy, Lord Curzon who was so enchanted by this place that he gave his daughter Alexandra, Naldehra as her second name. Ancient Nag temple is also situated here.

Nahan 260 Kms from Delhi is situated on an isolated ridge in the Shiwalik hills, overlooking greenfields. Nahan is a well laid-out picturesque town, known for its cleanliness and dust free streets. Saint and princes are linked with the origin of Nahan. The city was founded as a capital by Raja Karan Prakash in 1621.

Suketi Fossil Park is 21 kms from Nahan, on the bank of Markanda river. Located on upper and middle Shiwaliks the park is first of its kind in Asia to be developed at the actual site where fossils were discovered., consisting mainly of soft sandstone and clay rocks, the park at present has six sets of life-size models of Stegodonganesa (extinct grand elephant)

Paonta Sahib is 45 Kms from Nahan is a city sacred to the memory of Guru Gobind Singh, the tenth Guru of the Sikhs. It retains tangible memories of Guru Gobind Singh in the form of his weapons and a majestic Gurudwara. It recalls his presence even in the name of the city which is derived from Paonta meaning "foot", either because he set foot on this place or, according to

Renuka Lake is located 45 Kms from Nahan. It is one of the most beautiful lakes in Himachal Pradesh having crystal clear water. It is shaped like a sleeping woman.