The pandemic takes a roar right from the start of the New Year 2022. And the worst fear is back. Whether we are prepared to fight another Covid onslaught is a lingering question. All said business activities are going to take a backseat. The travel and tourism industry, in addition to the hospitality sector, will be badly affected like in the previous years. And there is no respite still from the inactivity, as a result of the pandemic for the most part of 2020 and 2021. Now, let’s talk something positive, at least for the time being, as we are reading this article. A trip to the incredibly beautiful and immensely charming state of Himachal Pradesh might help erase some of the bad memories of the pandemic, thereby setting a positive tone for the rest of the year. What say? Here’s why you should travel to Himachal Pradesh in 2022 and plan your Himachal tour itinerary.
First, the state of Himachal Pradesh is the ideal destination for any dream scene in a Bollywood movie with its snow-capped mountains, the swift moving rivers, the lush green meadows, the noisy waterfalls, the flower-laden hills—a combination of some of the most amazing landscape. If you want to take the evasive action from the hustle and bustle of city life, don’t think any further than Himachal Pradesh. Come summers, you will find people making a beeline to some of the popular destinations in this part of the world just to breathe in some fresh air, and escape from the scorching heat. The recommended season to plan a trip to Himachal is between March and June. The following are some of the most happening touring destinations in the state that will leave you mesmerized.
1. Manali
Situated at the high altitudes of the Himalayas, Manali is known for its fertile meadows, thick forests, the fast-running water streams, serene brooks and more. If you want to enjoy the snowfall in the month of May, this is the best place to be. Manali offers you a lot of adventure experience in the form of thrilling rafting scenes, exhilarating trekking trails, paragliding into the expanding skies and other spine-chilling experiences all this May if you’re travelling to the state of Himachal Pradesh. Some of the popular attractions in Manali include Rohtang Pass, Solang Valley, Hadimba Temple, Chandratal Baralacha, Beas Kund, The Great Himalayan National Park, Vashisht Baths and Manikaran. Nearby attractions in Manali include Bhrigu Lake, Kunzum Pass, Kothi, Marhi, Arjun Gufa and Naggar.
2. Dalhousie
Named after the famous British Viceroy Lord Dalhousie, this irresistibly antiquated hill station and spellbinding sceneries of this quaint town, nestled in the Himalayas, is another marvel of the old world charm of the Victorian and Scottish architecture, which is definite to time travel you to the bygone era. The valley, full of pine trees and flowerbed, has a few places for sightseeing such as Ganji Pahari, Kalatop Khajjiar Sanctuary, Khajjiar, Bakrota Hills, Chamunda Devi Temple, St. John Church, Deinking Peak, Panchpula, Satdhara Falls and many more. Take a tour to this former summer destination during the British Raj, and do not miss out on visiting Shimla, Prashar Lake, Palampur, Amritsar and Chamba.
3. Bir Billing
More reason why you should visit the state of Himachal later this year. Bir Billing is a town known for the synergy of exuberance and calm energies. There are several Buddhist monasteries in the region due to the influx of Tibetan refugee settlements, which form an ideal destination for spiritual seekers. It is fast gaining popularity as a destination for Paragliding and one of its kinds in the country for this sporting activity. This certainly is a test of your grit and mettle when you take-off at an altitude of 800m from Billing and do a landing at Bir. While you’re in Bill Billing, don’t miss out on visiting Sherab Ling Monastery, Bir Road, Tibetan Colony, Chokling Monastery, Bir Tea Factory and Deer Park Institute. Nearby tourist destinations include Barot Valley, Mcleodganj and Dharamshala.
4. Kinnaur
Kinnaur, mostly mountainous, featuring rivers—Spiti, Baspa and Satluj—is located at a distance of 235km from Shimla. It is also popular for the assimilation of two of the oldest world religions in existence—Hinduism and Buddhism. Hindus can partake in the spiritual bliss of visiting the abode of the Hindu God Lord Shiva and Shivaling rocks. This place is also referred to in the Mahabharata, one of the two major epics of the Hindu religion, the other being Ramayana. Kinnaur houses several old monasteries. It is one of the most unpolluted regions in the state, unperturbed by urbanization. If you love adventure sport, explore the trekking trails that may extend for even 5 to 6 days. You can add other popular destinations in the region including Kalpa, Reckong Peo, Nichar, Namgya, Lippa, Kothi, Moorang, Nako and Sarahan to your bucket list. Other nearby attractions in Kinnaur include Chitkul and Sangla.
5. Palampur
What happens when the beautiful country landscape is set against the backdrop of Victorian architecture? The result is Palampur. The place is abundantly filled with verdant tea gardens and deodar forests, where several streams flow together. Considered an offbeat destination to travel in the state, it is not always packed with crowd though it provides unique experiences. Unearthed by an Englishmen, it was transformed into a vibrant town. The castles and mansions of the colonial days that stood tall can be still seen here. Plan to visit Neugal Khad, Saurabh Van Vihar, Tashi Jong Monastery, Naam Art Gallery, Baijnath Temple and the green Tea gardens while you’re in Palampur. Nearby touring destinations such as Bir, Mcleodganj, Barota, and Kangra Fort are worth a visit.
Wait, we aren’t over yet. There is a long list of places to travel in Himachal Pradesh including Spiti Valley, Khajjiar, Khajjiar, Kasauli, Shimla, Chamba, Hamirpur, Dharamshala, Mashobra and Parwanoo. There are different kinds of offbeat stays in the state too.
Whether you’re planning for a honeymoon trip, family trip, honeymoon trip, adventure tour or on a spiritual quest, the state of Himachal offers you all. Did we tell you that what you require is a Himachal tour package? Most travel operators offer cost-effective Himachal Pradesh tourism packages which you need to thoroughly check out. Though travel restrictions have been imposed right from day one of the year, we can’t wait to travel to the mesmerizing state of Himachal. May your Himachal tour plan come true this year!
