The State of Himachal Pradesh lies in the northern part of India. The hilly state is covered by land forms on all sides. Due to the high altitude and Location of the place, the climate remains very pleasant and it has become an important state for Indian tourism.
Himachal Pradesh occupies an area of 55,673 sq km. The capital of the state is Shimla which is a favorite hill station among the tourists. Himachal Pradesh is divided into twelve districts and it has 49 cities and towns. It comprises a population of 6,077,248. The geographical Location of Himachal Pradesh is 30° 22' 40" North to 33° 12' 40" North latitude and its longitudinal extent is 75° 45' 55" East to 79° 04' 20" East.
In the north, Himachal Pradesh is bordered by Jammu and Kashmir and in the south by Haryana. In the south west the state is bordered by Uttaranchal and in the south west and west by Punjab. Tibet borders Himachal Pradesh in the East. The state is situated at an altitude that ranges from 450 meter to 6500 meter above sea level. This high altitude of the state influences the weather and climate of the place.
The Location of the state of Himachal makes it easily accessible to the tourists. The ideal time to visit this state is September to March when the weather is very pleasant. The place is very suitable for adventure sports like mountaineering and its favorable Location attracts tourists to its hill stations.
