Una district has not many places of historical and archaeological interest. However, it has a number of places having religious importance. Among these some are given below: Una: Una town is the district headquarters which is situated on the bank of river Soan, a tributary of the Satluj river. During the period of Guru Govind… Read More »
Kangra: This town is at a distance of about 18 kms. from Dharmsala and serves as the headquarters of the sub-division, sub-district and panchayat samiti. It is an ancient town and was once the capital of an ancient Trigartha Kingdom. The place is famous for its fort, which was ruined in the earthquake of 1905.… Read More »
Chamba valley, perhaps the loveliest of valleys of Himachal Pradesh, is noted for the magnificence of its scenery-sparkling streams, lakes, meadows, and lush green forests of deodar. A place of high mountain ranges, Chamba district is rich in wildlife and is the home of rare animals like snow leopard, ibex, brown bear, leopard, and musk… Read More »
Nature has endowed Lahaul and Spiti with interesting, charming, fascinating, and attractive landscapes. Its valleys, mountains, glaciers, rivers, posters, forts, gompas, and ancient buildings of the once ruling dynasty are the principal objects of study. The snow-capped peaks provide ample opportunities to excite the energetic hikers to undertake expeditions and face the challenge of climbing… Read More »
There are many places in Kinnaur district which can be historically and archeologically considered significant mentioned ahead. Morang and Labrang forts: These historical forts are believed to have been constructed by Pandavas during exile. Kamru Fort: The fort of Kamru has its importance as the Raja of the erstwhile state of Bushahr used to take… Read More »
Places of religious interest Markanda: It is situated at a distance of 19 kms. from Bilaspur. It is believed that this place and Vyas Guffa at Bilaspur were once linked by an underground passage and Maharishi Vyas and Maharishi Markandey could contact each other through this passage. At present there is no trace of this… Read More »
Among the notable places of historical, archaeological and religious importance and those of tourist interest in Mandi district, the following need mention:- Mandi town: This historic town was the capital of the former princely state of Mandi and now it is the district headquarters of Mandi district. Along the banks of river Beas, the town… Read More »
Kullu district offers many attractions to the tourists. It has rich art and cultural heritage, lush green deep meadows, dazzling rivers, white-capped snowy peaks and high mountains. The district has incomparable Beas and its sub-valleys which are full of natural charm and grandeur. Though Kullu does not have the rich historical, archaeological or epigraphical antiquities… Read More »