White snow clad mountains, luxuriant green valleys, rich reserve of wild life and exotic scenic beauty represents the state of Himachal Pradesh which has an aesthetic and unparalleled appealing beauty. The natural scenic beauty of Himachal Pradesh enthralls and enchants the tourist with its captivating and bewitching sight.
Spread over an area of 55,673 sq. km, the state of Himachal Pradesh encompasses a total population of 6077248 (as per 2001 census). Situated at an altitude of 350 meter to 6975 meter, Himachal Pradesh can truly be described a paradise on earth.
Himachal Pradesh boasts of a rich historical and cultural past of the bygone golden era. The ancient state of Himachal Pradesh has been the cradle of many civilizations. Himachal Pradesh has been ruled by the mighty Mauryans, Kaushans, Guptas, the rulers of Kanauj, Mughals and the British. The present state of Himahal Pradesh came into prominence on the 25th of January in the year 1971. Since then Himachal Pradesh has played a major role in the development of our country.
The state is divided into 12 separate districts. Almost all the districts are blessed with the bounty of nature and natural scenic beauty. The capital of Himachal Pradesh, Shimla is a noted tourist spot that attracts several tourist all over the year. Some of the important tourist spots of Himachal Pradesh are:
- Shimla
- Kullu
- Manali
- Dalhousie
- Dharamsala
Himachal Pradesh is a budding industrial state of India. Apart from the tourism industry that earns a large chunk of the revenue, Himachal Pradesh is famous for its handicraft industry. The exquisitely designed wooden crafts of the state draw the attention of the tourist who takes them for their near and dear ones as tokens of love and appreciation.
