11 Best Tourist Places in Himachal Pradesh

Today, India has 28 states and 8 union territories, each with its own culture, characteristics, and variety. In India, there are numerous stunning locations where visitors enjoy travelling all year long. In India, there are plenty of locations to explore and visit. India is not short in anything from the sea to the mountain, the desert to the icy regions. In this post, we'll talk about the top destinations in one of India's states, which is renowned for its hill stations. In this article, we will discuss the best tourist destinations to visit in the state of Himachal Pradesh so that if you are planning to visit this beautiful state, then you do not have to spend too much time gathering the list of places to visit here.

Himachal Pradesh

Although there are many tourist places to visit in India, but the tourist places that are in the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh are popular all over the world. The hill stations found in this state are the favourite hill stations of many people living in India or outside India. Let's see the list of some best places to visit in Himachal Pradesh if you are on a tour of this beautiful state.

1. Shimla

Himachal Pradesh is known for its beauty, and Shimla, the capital city of Himachal Pradesh, is among the most famous hill station not only in India but all over the world. Before the year 1972, Shimla was known as Simla. This city is the largest city in Himachal Pradesh. This city is so beautiful that the city also served as the summer capital of British India and also served as the capital of East Punjab. Shimla is the hub of many things, including a cultural hub, educational hub, and tourist hub. People from far and wide come here to enjoy themselves with family, friends, and loved ones, but this city is very famous for its honeymoon period.

This city is well connected with many popular cities like Chandigarh and Delhi. By bus, you can reach Shimla from Chandigarh only in four to five hours. If you want to see the actual beauty of Shimla, then plan your trip from the month of December to January, but be careful because, during this month, this city receives heavy snowfall. The British-built Kalka-Shimla Railway line, which is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a very popular tourist destination in Shimla. There are so many must-visit tourist places in Shimla or near Shimla. So let's see the name of some of them:-

• Kufri
• The Mall Road
• The Ridge
• Jakhu or Jakhoo Temple
• Green Valley
• Toy Train (Kalka-Shimla)
• Chail
• Christ Church
• Kalibari Temple
• Naldehra
• Annadale
• Tara Devi temple
• Himachal State Museum
• The Scandal Point
• Chadwick Falls
• Fagu, and many more.

2. Manali

Manali is one of the perfect as well as most popular tourist destinations in the state of Himachal Pradesh. This city is located approximately 270 kilometres from the state capital Shimla and 544 kilometres from Delhi in the Kullu district. Magnificent views of the Dhauladhar ranges and Pir Panjal ranges are clearly seen from here. This city is also served as the gateway of the most popular Leh, Lahaul and Spiti districts. Manali was an ancient trade route in the past. Manali is the place where people from far and wide come to enjoy themselves with family, friends, and loved ones. Although lakhs of people come here every month, from December to February, this place is considered to be the best time to visit. Let's see some of the best places to visit in Manali or near it:-

• Hadimba Temple
• The Lord Ramachandra Temple
• Manu Temple
• Gayatri Temple
• Siyali Mahadev Temple
• Gauri Shankar Temple
• Old Manali
• Kullu
• Solang Valley
• Arjun Gufa
• Jogini Waterfall
• Jana Waterfall
• Rohtang pass
• Parvati Valley
• Sethan Valley
• Bhrigu Lake
• The Great Himalayan National Park
• Manikaran
• Hampta Valley
• Naggar
• Atal Tunnel
• Gulaba
• Vashisht Temple
• Museum of Himachal Culture & Folk Art
• Himalayan Nyingmapa Gompa
• Rahala Falls
• Rozy Falls
• Jagatsukh Temple, and many more.

3. Jibhi

Although there are many popular tourist destinations in Himachal Pradesh but Jibhi is one of the most beautiful tourist destinations in the state, but not as popular as other tourist destinations like Manali and Shimla. In the Tirthan Valley of Himachal Pradesh, this place is located. This is the perfect place from a tourist point of view, and here you can find dense forests, waterfalls, water lakes, ancient temples, and many more; and if you are a nature lover, then this place must be at the top of any tourist destination in Himachal Pradesh. From Manali, this place is only 103 kilometres far, and from Shimla, this place is at a distance of 160 kilometres. Jibhi is a place you should not miss at any cost. Some best places to visit in Jibhi are:-

• Jibhi Waterfall
• Jalori Pass
• Serolsar Lake
• Mini Thailand in Jibhi
• Chaini Kothi
• Shringa Rishi Temple, and many more,

4. Kasol

In the Kullu district, there are many Beautifull places to visit, and one of them is Kasol. It is a very small village, and this place is located on the Parvati River banks and in Parvati Valley. This place is also known as Mini Israel of India and Amsterdam of India. The popularity of Kasol is increasing day by day, and this is the place where you find everything as a tourist to explore. Here you can find the best route for trekking and one of the best climates in Himachal Pradesh.

So all the tourists who want to make a plan to visit Himachal Pradesh definitely include this place in their list. The distance of this place from Manali is only 75 Kilometre, and from the state capital, this place is at a distance of approximately 214 kilometres. People from far and wide come to this place, and here you can find many Israeli tourists. Some best places to visit in Kasol are:-

• Parvati River
• Tosh
• Manikaran Gurudwara
• Chalal
• Pulga
• Malana
• Rasol
• Sar Pass Trek
• Kheerganga
• Magic Valley, or Waichin Valley
• The Evergreen Cafe
• Barshaini
• Kheer Ganga
• Pin Parvati Pass, and many more.

5. Dharamshala

Dharamshala is known as the perfect destination to plan your vacation. This place is so beautiful that it is very popular among tourists. Dharamshala or Dharamsala is located from Kangra city at approximately 18 Kilometers, and it is also known as Himachal Pradesh's winter capital. Apart from being a popular city from a tourist point of view, Dharamshala is also listed in the "Smart Cities Mission" program. Here you will find many natural places for enjoyment and spending quality time with family, friends, and loved ones. The tourist places find here definitely provide you with one of the best memory. Let's see some of the best places to visit in or near Dharamshala if you are at this place:-

• John in the Wilderness Church
• Triund
• Dharamshala Cricket Stadium
• Library of Tibetan Works and Archives
• Namgyal Monastery
• War Memorial
• Dharamshala Skyway
• Dal lake
• Gyuto Monastery
• Bhagsunag Temple
• Tsuglakhang Temple
• Bhagsu Falls
• Kalachakra Temple
• Aghanjar Mahadev Temple, and many more.

6. Mcleodganj

In Himachal Pradesh, Kangra district Mcleodganj is located. This place is very near to Dhramsahal or, in other words, this place is a Dharamshala suburb. Mcleodganj is one of the most beautiful hill stations in India, and among trekkers, this place is very famous. The other name used for this place is "Little Lhasa" or "Dhasa." In this place, you find many Tibetans, and due to this here, you can see many Tibetan temples, markets and many more; along with this Central Tibetan Administration headquarters is also in McLeod Ganj. This is one of the best places to chill with family and friends. If you want to plan for any vacation, then Mcleodganj will definitely be one of the best tourist destinations for you. Let's see some of the best places to Visit in or near Mcleodganj.

• Bhagsu Falls
• Triund
• Namgyal Monastery
• Bhagsunag Temple
• Sunset Cafe
• Naddi View Point
• Dal lake
• Shiva Cafe
• Kalachakra Temple
• Norbulingka Institute
• Dharamkot
• Naam Art Gallery
• Tibetan Museum
• Minkiani Pass
• Masroor Rock Cut Temple
• The Dalai Lama Temple, and many more.

7. Spiti Valley

If you want to visit Himalayas high-altitude region, then you have to go to Spiti Valley, which is located in Himachal Pradesh's north-eastern part. Spiti Valley is one of the most famous and best tourist destinations in the state of Himachal Pradesh. "The middle land" is the meaning of Spiti, and it refers to the land between India and Tibet. The majority of Spiti is made up of the Spiti River Valley, and the valleys of many other rivers that feed into the Spiti River and the Pin valley and the Lingti valley are two notable side valleys in Spiti.

If you are a traveller and enjoy travelling to newer places, you must visit this place, and if you are a trekker, then this place is definitely your destination. The distance of Spiti Valley from the capital city is approximately 414 Kilometers, and from Manali, it is at a distance of approximately 175 kilometres. The best places to visit in Spiti Valley or near it are:-

• Chandratal Lake
• Kunzum Pass
• Kye Monastery
• Pin Valley national park
• Shashur Monastery
• Gandhola Monastery
• Kibber
• Dhankar Monastery and Dhankar lake
• The Suraj Tal Lake
• Tabo Monastery
• Baralacha La or Baralacha pass, and many more.

8. Dalhousie

Dalhousie is another famous hill station in the state of Himachal Pradesh, which is located in the district of Chamba. From here, you can clearly see the tip of the ranges of Dhauladhar, which is mostly covered with snow. Dalhousie is a very famous tourist destination not only in Himachal Pradesh but all over India. People from far and wide come to this place for an amazing vacation, and for newly married couples and tourists places of Dalhousie is very famous. Here you find many mesmerizing waterfalls, dense forests, the best trekking path, meadows, and many more. In the year 1954, Dalhousie Town was established, and this place was named after the British Governor-General of India, James Andrew Broun-Ramsay or Lord Dalhousie, who was the 1st Marquess of Dalhousie. Let's see some of the best places to visit near or in Dalhousie.

• Panch Pula
• Khajjiar
• Kalatop Wildlife Sanctuary
• Satdhara Falls
• Ganji Pahari
• Chamba Lake
• Dainkund
• Indo Tibetan market
• John's Church
• Subhash Baoli
• Sach Pass
• Chamba
• St Patricks Church
• Bakrota Hills
• Laxmi Narayan Temple, and many more.

9. Kasauli

There are many best places to visit in Himachal Pradesh which are famous all over the world, but if you want to go to the place where you get beauty like Manali and Shimla, but do not want many hustle and bustle of the tourists, then Kasauli is one of the best places for you to visit. In Solan district, Kasauli is located which is 77 km from Shimla, and from Chandigarh, the distance of Kasauli is 65 km. It is a small cantonment town which is established in the year 1842 by British Raj as a Colonial hill station. If you are a nature lover and find a place of beauty with peace, then this place is a must-recommend for you. This is a perfect weekend destination for family, friends and loved ones. The environment of this place will give you great energy. If you are near this place, then don't forget to visit this place. Some best places to visit in Kasauli or near it are:-

• Sunset Point
• Kasauli's Monkey point
• Mall road
• Gilbert Trail
• Kasauli Brewery
• Timber Trail
• Christ (Anglican) Church
• Gurka Fort
• Baptist Church
• Gurudwara Shri Guru Nanakji
• Sri Baba Balak Nath Temple and many more

10. Khajjiar

Everyone wants to visit Switzerland, but many can't visit there due to some reasons, but India there is a place which is known as mini-Switzerland of India due to its extreme beauty. Khajjiar is a very popular hill station in the district of Chamba, which is worth visiting place in the state of Himachal Pradesh. From Dalhousie, this place is approximately 24 kilometres far, and this place is located at a distance of about 325 km from Shimla. This place is perfect for you if you are a nature lover. Grassy meadows of this place attract tourists from all over India. If you want to go somewhere full of natural beauty on the weekend, then definitely go to Khajjiar. Some best places to visit in Khajjiar are:-

• Kalatop Wildlife Sanctuary
• Khajjiar Lake
• Khajji Nag Temple
• Khajjiar trek
• Statue of Lord Shiva
• Golden Devi Temple
• Panch Pandav Tree, and many more.

11. Pin Valley National Park

There are many national parks in the state of Himachal Pradesh, but Pin Valley National Park is very popular in the state. People from far and wide come to visit this amazing national park. In the Lahaul and Spiti District, this national park is located and part of the Cold Desert biosphere reserve. In the year 1987, this national park was established. Here you can feel the Buddhist Tibetan culture in deep and also find many historical monasteries and stupas. In this national park, you can see many fauna and flora that are not found in most of the area. So if you are in this area, then do not forget to visit this amazing national park.

Conclusion

In this article, we discussed many tourist destinations that must be seen if you are in this state. Himachal Pradesh is the Indian state that provides you with many best places to explore and visit. In this state, there are numerous tourist destinations with natural beauty. If you really want to visit this wonderful state, then without any hesitation, plan today. Apart from discussed destinations, places like Fagu, Kaza, Tirthan Valley, Sethan Valley, Tosh, Chail, Narkanda, Naggar, Kalpa, Chamba, Kinnaur, and many many more also provide you best experience.