Himachal Pradesh is a "mountain state" and a pleasure for visitors, mainly during the summer season when people flock to this tiny hill station to escape the scorching heat of the plains. It came into being in its present form with the partition of the Punjab into Punjab and Haryana in 1966. The winding roads and high passes link its high mountains and valleys are the high points of a visit to this state. While the picturesque valleys of Kullu and Kangra are a blend of colours, in marked contrast the stark and barren terrain of Lahaul and Spiti have a stunning moonscape like beauty.

The earliest known the region were tribals called Dasas were living. Afterward, Aryans came and they take in the tribes. Through the Mughal era, the Rajas of the hill states made some jointly agreed planning, which governed their relations. In the 19th century, Maharaja Ranjit Singh annexed many of the states. When the British came, they defeated Gorkhas and entered into treaties with some Rajas and annexed the kingdoms of others. The situation more or less remained unchanged till 1947. After Independence , 30 princely states of the area were united and Himachal Pradesh was formed on 15th April, 1948 . With the recognition of Punjab on 1st November 1966 , certain areas belonging to it were also included in Himachal Pradesh. On 25th January 1971 , Himachal Pradesh was made a full-fledged State.

Hiamachal Pradesh is increasing Eco Tourism and Organic Farming destinations, where quite a few villages are turning as eco tourism destinations, and farms being converted to Organic Farming. The State is surrounded by Jammu & Kashmir on North, Punjab on West and South-West, Haryana on South, Uttar Pradesh on South-East and China on the East.

Tourist Places

Manali : Manali is situated on the River Beas, at an altitude of 2,200 metres. Manali is a picturesque little town ideal place to relax in full view of snow-clad mountains. It is also known as the 'Queen of Hill Station'. Manali is a lovely and very popular holiday destination, it is a ideal spot for picnics punctuated with sun-bathing, fishing. The main attractions of Manali are Tibetan Monastery, Hadimba, Devi Temple .

Shimla : The state capital Shimla, provides a cool relief to those who come here during the summer months. Jakhu Temple, Himachal State Museum,Tara Devi, Sankatmochan, Roman Catholic Cathedral, Lakkar (wood) Bazaar are some worth visiting places.

Dalhousie : Dalhousie is a typical hill resort with its fin-roofed, half timbered houses spread over 13 aq. km of well forested hills at heights between 1525 & 2378 metres.

Kullu : Kullu is a picturesque valley. The unique event in Kullu is celebration of Dusserha.

Lahaul Spiti : The lahaul plateau nourished by the Chandra & Bhaga rivers and the Spiti valley linked to it by a high pass the Kunzam-la, are together a district in Himachal Pradesh. It is one of the best trekking areas in the world.