Himachal Pradesh is located in northern India and is known for its scenic beauty and popular hill stations. In 1950, Himachal Pradesh was declared a Union Territory, but was later proclaimed a state in 1971, becoming India’s 18th state. The name Himachal literally means, “in the lap of the Himalayas”. Shimla is the capital of [...]
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Valentine’s Day Special!
February 12th, 2012 
mapsofindia1 While in our earlier blog, we told you about some of the most romantic places in India that make ideal places to spend your Valentine’s Day… of course not many are lucky enough to head out on a nice long romantic break at this time of the year. Today we take you through some great [...]
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February 11th, 2012 mapsofindia1 Come February and … love is in the air! A great time to plan a wonderful holiday with your loved one! A land known for its misty hills, snow capped peaks, white beaches, enchanting backwaters, mesmerizing deserts, and more; India is blessed with many scenic getaways that make ideal Valentine’s Day getaways! Kerala: One of India’s most breathtaking [...]
Posted in Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Ayurveda, Baga Beach Anjuna Beach Morjim Beach, beaches, Goa, Goa Carnival, Goa Churches, Goa's beaches, Goa's churches, Hill Stations in India, hills of Kerala, hills waterfalls ravines peaks plantations tea coffee spices rubber, Himachal Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh tourism, Himalayas, India, romantic getaways for Valentine's day, Travel, Valentine day getaways Tags: Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Goa, Himachal Pradesh, Kerala, Rajasthan, Valentine day getaways 2 Comments »Great winter sports destinations in India! Himachal Pradesh
January 5th, 2012 mapsofindia1 From skiing to ice skating, snowboarding, tobogganing and more… looking to doing it all this winter? Then Himachal Pradesh is the answer to your dream holiday! A must for any adventure sports enthusiast and one of India’s most scenic States, this State with all its winter sports facilities will surely allow you to flaunt your wild side! A [...]
Posted in adventure sports in India, adventure tourism eco tourism., Himachal Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh tourism, Himalayas, mountain ranges, mountains, Mountains of India, skiing trekking adventure sports, Sports, Tourism, Travel Tags: Dhauladhar range, Himachal Pradesh, Kinnaur, Kufri, Kullu, Lahaul & Spiti, Mahasu ridge, Manali, Mountains of India, Narkanda, Pir Panjal Range, Rohtang Pass, Shimla, Solang Nallah, top winter sports destinations in India, Zanslar ranges. 1 Comment »Great winter sports destinations in India!
January 1st, 2012 mapsofindia1 Winters are no doubt the best time to explore India…. the weather being perfect in almost most parts of the country. Being a large country the weather differs drastically in different parts, while the southern parts of India usually known to be hot and humid transforms into a traveler’s paradise, areas in northern India are [...]
Posted in Cities, Himachal Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh tourism, Jammu and Kashmir tourism, Sports, top winter sports destinations in India, Tourism Tags: Arunachal Pradesh, Auli, Darjeeling, Gulmarg, Haflong, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu Kashmir, Kufri, Kumaon, Leh & Ladakh, Manali, Mcleod Gang, Shimla, Sikkim, top winter sports destinations in India, Uttranchal 1 Comment »Shimla- The City of Apples
October 14th, 2011 mapsofindia1 The City and the Fruit: The Apple is one of the most popular fruits known to man, it was the apple that Eve used to tempt Adam in the Bible, the apple that fell of Newton’s head and led to the magnificent discovery of gravity and Steve Job’s apple (though not the fruit) that caused [...]
Part II of our series-Ready for an October Fest? Karwa Chauth
September 27th, 2011 mapsofindia1 India is often described as ‘A land of festivals’ with nearly one festival being celebrated in every corner of the country nearly every day. But here’s a festival that feels like a scene just out of any Bollywood movie… where one can find the womenfolk adorned in their bridal finery awaiting the sighting of [...]
Posted in Culture, India Tags: Diwali, Dusshera, Gujarat, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Karwa Chauth, Punjab, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Uttranchal 1 Comment »Adventure Sports in India – Series I-India’s amazing hills & adventure sports here..
September 6th, 2011 mapsofindia1 Heading for India? Well if your itinerary has only temples, monuments, fort, palaces, and other sightseeing … You just might want to make some major changes to it! From white water rafting to mountaineering, scuba diving and snorkeling, gliding, skiing, angling, fishing & more… India is soon emerging as one of the most sought after [...]
Uttarkashi : the beautiful Pilgrim destination
July 2nd, 2011 mapsofindia1 Ever felt like following in Julia Robert’s footsteps as Elizabeth Gilbert in the movie ‘Eat Pray and Love’ and leaving on a spiritual quest?… in pursuit of finding a meaning in life? An abode for many a spiritual destination, here’s one in India known for its many ashrams. Translating to Kashi (light) of the north, Uttarkashi located in the [...]
Himachal’s charming and unexplored hills!
June 27th, 2011 mapsofindia1 So beautiful, Shimla’s often referred to as the ‘Queen of Hills’ for its breathtaking attractions and exquisite views of the snow capped Himalayas, a destination that’s known to attract tourists from far and wide. But is it really the right destination or are some unexplored but just as exquisite destinations near Shimla, which promise to take your breath [...]
