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Welcome to the spellbinding Himalayas. Since time immemorial,
the Himalayas have been a major attraction for tourists and explorers alike.
From towering mountains to deep gorges, lush greenery to barren land, pleasant
weather to frozen areas, the Himalayas have all these and much more, roping
in thousands of tourists each year.
The Himalayan mountain ranges situated in the continent
of Asia separate the Indian subcontinent from the Tibetan plateau. These massifs
are a major tourist attraction containing some of the most picture perfect hill
stations in the world. The impressive mountain ranges are also home to a number
of adventure sports.
If you love doing things differently, seeing things differently, you have an excitement waiting in Himalayas. The right motivation invites to this mysterious land of hills. You would have got lofs of funfilled childhood days playing with friends and whiling away your time in the beach looking at the sea. Listened to a lot of music. Learnt to appreciate art. Painted and drew in your spare time. Read a lot of books. Spent a lot of time in your dreaming. There is a part of you that is still a dreaming, imaginative and creative child that loves its own independence and the freedom to do what you chooses and still looking to visit a land of Mystery - there is Himalayas - a land which is a mixture of adventure , lovable nature , sparkling beauty and the Yogic spot - there is no seperate description about Himalayas. Rather you will tell a new experience after the inspiring Himalayan tours.
Destinations in the
Himalayas
» Shimla : Shimla is an enchanting hill station in Himachal
Pradesh that is blessed with immense natural beauty and breathtaking views that
can not be described in words and can only be experienced by being here. A summer
resort for the British, Shimla of course has a touch of colonial life that can
be easily observed here.
» Darjeeling : Darjeeling is situated in the state of West Bengal,
about ninety kilometres from Siliguri. The hill station, situated at an altitude
of 2,200 m, is blessed with breathtaking natural scenery and salubrious climate.
Lush tea plantations spreading all over the place add to the enchantment of
the place.
» Manali : Manali is a famous honeymoon destination which is
known for its amazing natural splendour and snow covered mountains. It is a
dream destination for people who love adventure sports including trekking, skiing,
mountain climbing and biking.
» Srinagar : Srinagar, situated at an altitude of 1,730 m, is
the capital of Jammu and Kashmir, rightly known as 'Heaven On Earth. The largest
city in India, it is known for its breathtaking natural beauty, Dal Lake, houseboats
and the sprawling Mughal Gardens. One of the most popular tourist destinations
in the Himalayas, Srinagar is thronged by visitors all throughout the year.
» Ladakh : The exotic
destination of Ladakh is bounded by the Himalaya and the Karakoram mountain
ranges. A journey to Ladakh, whether by air or land route, is a unique experience
in itself. The place is full of strange gompas, Buddhist monasteries and barren
land. The major attractions of the area are its natural scenery and a number
of adventure sports.
Adventure Sports in Himalayas
The Himalayas are an ideal destination for people who love adventure. In recent
years, the place has become one of the major adventure sports destination for
tourists from around the world. Some of the major adventure sports that you
can enjoy on a Himalayan holiday are as follows.
» Camping in Himalayas : Camping is the best way to explore
the surroundings and natural beauty of an area. There are numerous camping sites
in the Himalayas which include Sarchu in Lahaul, Sangla and Kapla in Kinnaur,
Kaza in Spiti and Nainital in Uttaranchal.
» Canoeing and Kayaking : The thrill of taming the mighty waves
and the pleasure of drifting gently on the serene waters lure many tourists
towards the Himalayas. The major destinations in the Himalayas offering the
facilities of Canoeing and Kayaking include Rishikesh, Dakpathar and Ramganga
in Uttaranchal, Sindh, Drass, Zanskar, Kishensar and Vishensar in Jammu and
Kashmir and the Rangeet Valley in Darjeeling.
» Hang Gliding : Hangliding in recent years has become one of
the major adventure sports for both domestic and foreign tourists. Himachal
Pradesh offers lots of options for enjoying the sport.
» Safari :
Enjoy the thrill of safari in the numerous
areas of the Himalayas. Try Jeep Safari through the winding roads of Ladakh
or take a Jungle Safari at the Corbett National Park. Motorbike safari is another
major attraction.
Besides the above, other adventure sports that can be enjoyed while on a holiday
to the Himalayas include fishing and angling, motor rallying, mountain biking,
paragliding, river rafting, rock climbing, skiing and trekking.
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