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Places to visit in Himachal Pradesh Himachal is quite an exquisite travel place for business associates, buddies and even a family. It is full to the brim of places like hotels, historical sites, accommodation and food palaces, beautiful sceneries and even religious retreat centres. The snow-capped mountains and the both wide and narrow valleys make the place even more attractive. The place puts you in a good position to engage into fun activities. Some of those activities include skiing, paragliding, camping and other games and sports. There are many sites and elegant places located in Himachal Pradesh where you can book reservations during holidays or other regular times. Neha Bhardwaj, a creative blogger in India has compiled a list of best places to visit in Himachal Pradesh. So buckle up, it will take just few of your moment and you can grab a place or two where you can go on your next trip. 1. Shimla City Shimla is the capital of Himachal Pradesh. Infrastructures and facilities with a world-class status are among the unique things you will find here. The city is full of different cultured people making it a place full of different ideas and way of life as each culture try to do things the way they do at home. This is also among the most beautiful you can ever visit in Himachal Pradesh. Back in the days during British colonialism, Shimla was an excellent spot as the British people settled there. This is quite a vibrant place as it is situated on the most popular hill station in the Northern part of India. The other thing that makes Shimla a prime travelling spot is the excellent weather conditions that last through ought the year. The visitors who come to Shimla always find the climate favourable to almost anyone. Nevertheless, the best times to visit Shimla are between April and July then November to January. This is because this is the only time you can enjoy the snow falls. Any other time you can just enjoy the good hotels and accommodations, and the beauty of the city. This is a perfect place for family and even pals. Most people enjoy shopping at the Mall Road, trekking up jakhu hill, visiting the Viceregal Lodge (used by British residents in the past) and pay a visit to Lord Hanuman’s Temple. While you are in Shimla, you might be interested to visit Tattapani and Mashobra. 2. Dharamshala The other cool place to visit in Himachal Pradesh is Dharamshala. Most people also refer to it as the residence of Dalai Lama. This is a holy and peaceful place. For the meek and those who love peace and solace, this is your jackpot. More to that,the place is blended with extra-ordinary natural beauty. This is a must-visit place, I can tell you that for free. Another features that make Dharamshala an excellent choice for trip choice is the climate exhibited. Also, Dharamshala is a multicultural place. One can enjoy boat riding on Dal Lake, Visit different monasteries, Temples like the Dalai Lama Temple and Bhagsunath Temple(Lord Shiva dedicated),visit the famous Kangra Art Museum and enjoy a nice view of tea plantations at Kangra valley. Many Indian communities reside here and interact harmoniously. I can recommend Dharamshala to the travellers or adventurers who are travelling alone or even friends. The prime seasons to travel here during the snow fall is November to January and May to July. 3. Bir Billing – An Adventure-Seeker’s Paradise The other excellent place to visit is Bir Billing. This place is special in Himachal Pradesh on its own manner. This a place commonly known to harbour adventurers, backpackers and the sports lovers. If you have a thing for sports and adventure, then Bir Billing is the mecca for adventure sports. The special thing about this place is the kind-hearted and warm residents. They are always open minded and eager to guide you during your travel there. It is a located in the western side of Himachal Pradesh. The climate is most welcoming throughout the year. Some of the exciting activities that you can do are camping, hill climbing or even jogging. The beautiful Himalayan valleys cools your evening especially during sunny days. The cool air is one of a kind. Also, you can visit famous monasteries Choggan and Chauntra Bhattu. Also, you can visit the Temple of Vaidyanath which is devoted to Lord Shiva. When you are at Bir Billing, you might as well 4. Kufri – The Snowy Retreat Kufri is another best places you can visit in Himachal Pradesh. It is near Shimla. This is a prime scene for those who love snow and all the snow related activities like skiing. Kufri is situated at a hill in Himachal. During winter, the place is full of snow, a lovely view for those who have a thing for snow. This a place for family, solo travellers and also friends. Also, for couples, this an excellent place to visit and have a great time together. Some of the exciting activities include hiking, camping, skiing and nature trekking. Also, you can visit the Nag Temple which is there. This is quite a place that deserves to be in your list of places to visit in Himachal Pradesh. 5. Chail Chail is also one of the best places to visit in Himachal Pradesh. It is and excellent place for adventurers, families and even solo travellers. Chail is situated nearby Shimla, a famous place as well. Chail is the world’s highest cricket ground. This is quite a place full of excellent foods in different cuisines from all over the world. This is an international venue for tourists and cricket players. This is a palace in Himachal Pradesh you can find in another place. Since it is strategically situated, it makes it easier for people to enjoy unlimited all-round view of the lush green land surrounding it. Some of the exciting activities that one can do are hiking, camping and even team-building games. This a cool and peaceful place that you can visit anytime of the year. One can decide to visit Kufri which is just nearby when you are at Chail.