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REPORT ON HIMACHAL TOURISM

ACADEMIC WRITING

Submitted in partial fulfillment of the course

(EEL 412)

Department of English & European Languages

Supervised by Submitted by

Dr. KBS Krishana Ankit Kapoor

CENTRAL UNIVERSITY OF HIMACHAL PRADESH

DHARAMSHALA 176215

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HIMACHAL TOURISM

Tourism is important, and in some cases, vital for many countries. Itwas recognized in the Manila Declaration on World Tourism of 1980as an activity essential to the life of nations because of its directeffects on the social, cultural, educational, and economic sectors ofnational societies and on their international relations.Tourism

brings in large amounts of income in payment for goods andservices available, accounting for 30% of the world's exports ofservices, and 6% of overall exports of goods and services. It alsocreates opportunities for employment in the service sector of theeconomy, associated with tourism. These service industries includetransportation services, such as airlines, cruise ships, and taxicabs;

hospitality services, such as accommodations, including hotels andresorts; and entertainment venues, such as amusement parks,casinos, shopping malls, music venues, and theatres.

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INTRODUCTION

Himachal Pradesh is totally a mountain stateand a delight for the visitors, particularlyduring the summer season when people flock

to this tiny hill station to escape the scorchingheat of the plains. It came into being in itspresent form with the partition of the Punjabinto Punjab and Haryana in 1966. High points

of Himachal are as follows. The winding roadsand high passes link its high mountains andvalleys

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Cities /Hill Station of Himachal Pradesh

BarogChailChambaChamonda DeviDalhousieHamirpurDharamsalaJoginder

NagarKangraKinnaurKhajjiarKasauliKufri

KulluLahaul & SpitiManaliMcleodGanjMandi

NarkandaPalampurParwanooRenukaji

ShimlaSolan

http://www.himachal-tourism.com/himachal-cities-tours.htmhttp://www.himachal-tourism.com/himachal-barog.htmhttp://www.himachal-tourism.com/himachal-chail.htmhttp://www.himachal-tourism.com/himachal-chamba.htmhttp://www.himachal-tourism.com/himachal-chamundadevi.htmhttp://www.himachal-tourism.com/himachal-dalhousie.htmhttp://www.himachal-tourism.com/himachal-hamirpur.htmhttp://www.himachal-tourism.com/himachal-dharamsala.htmhttp://www.himachal-tourism.com/himachal-joginder-nagar.htmhttp://www.himachal-tourism.com/himachal-joginder-nagar.htmhttp://www.himachal-tourism.com/himachal-kangra.htmhttp://www.himachal-tourism.com/himachal-kinnaur.htmhttp://www.himachal-tourism.com/himachal-khajjiar.htmhttp://www.himachal-tourism.com/himachal-kasauli.htmhttp://www.himachal-tourism.com/himachal-kufri.htmhttp://www.himachal-tourism.com/himachal-kullu.htmhttp://www.himachal-tourism.com/himachal-lahaul-spiti.htmhttp://www.himachal-tourism.com/himachal-manali.htmhttp://www.himachal-tourism.com/himachal-mcleodganj.htmhttp://www.himachal-tourism.com/himachal-mandi.htmhttp://www.himachal-tourism.com/himachal-narkanda.htmhttp://www.himachal-tourism.com/himachal-palampur.htmhttp://www.himachal-tourism.com/himachal-parwanoo.htmhttp://www.himachal-tourism.com/himachal-renukajee.htmhttp://www.himachal-tourism.com/himachal-shimla.htmhttp://www.himachal-tourism.com/himachal-solan.htmhttp://www.himachal-tourism.com/himachal-solan.htmhttp://www.himachal-tourism.com/himachal-shimla.htmhttp://www.himachal-tourism.com/himachal-renukajee.htmhttp://www.himachal-tourism.com/himachal-parwanoo.htmhttp://www.himachal-tourism.com/himachal-palampur.htmhttp://www.himachal-tourism.com/himachal-narkanda.htmhttp://www.himachal-tourism.com/himachal-mandi.htmhttp://www.himachal-tourism.com/himachal-mcleodganj.htmhttp://www.himachal-tourism.com/himachal-manali.htmhttp://www.himachal-tourism.com/himachal-lahaul-spiti.htmhttp://www.himachal-tourism.com/himachal-lahaul-spiti.htmhttp://www.himachal-tourism.com/himachal-lahaul-spiti.htmhttp://www.himachal-tourism.com/himachal-lahaul-spiti.htmhttp://www.himachal-tourism.com/himachal-kullu.htmhttp://www.himachal-tourism.com/himachal-kufri.htmhttp://www.himachal-tourism.com/himachal-kasauli.htmhttp://www.himachal-tourism.com/himachal-khajjiar.htmhttp://www.himachal-tourism.com/himachal-kinnaur.htmhttp://www.himachal-tourism.com/himachal-kangra.htmhttp://www.himachal-tourism.com/himachal-joginder-nagar.htmhttp://www.himachal-tourism.com/himachal-joginder-nagar.htmhttp://www.himachal-tourism.com/himachal-joginder-nagar.htmhttp://www.himachal-tourism.com/himachal-dharamsala.htmhttp://www.himachal-tourism.com/himachal-hamirpur.htmhttp://www.himachal-tourism.com/himachal-dalhousie.htmhttp://www.himachal-tourism.com/himachal-chamundadevi.htmhttp://www.himachal-tourism.com/himachal-chamundadevi.htmhttp://www.himachal-tourism.com/himachal-chamundadevi.htmhttp://www.himachal-tourism.com/himachal-chamba.htmhttp://www.himachal-tourism.com/himachal-chail.htmhttp://www.himachal-tourism.com/himachal-barog.htmhttp://www.himachal-tourism.com/himachal-cities-tours.htm

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DALHOUSIE

Location: Himachal PradeshDiscovered In: 1854.

Founded By: Lord James Ramsay, Marquis Of Dalhousie, Khajjiar.Best Time To Visit: Mid-May to Mid-October.

In western Himachal Pradesh, the hill station of Dalhousie is full ofold world charm and holds lingering echoes of the 'RAJ'. It covers anarea of about 14 sq. km. and is built of five hills Kathlog, Patreyn,Tehra, Bakrota and Balun. it is named after the British governorGeneral of the 19th century, Lord Dalhousie. The town's heightsvaries between ,525m and 2,378ml, and it is surrounded by variedvegetation-pines, deodars, oaks and flowering rhododendron.Dalhousie has charming colonial architecture, including somebeautiful churches. Its location presents panoramic views of theplains- and like a long silver line, the river Ravi twists and turnsbelow Dalhousie. The spectacular snow-covered Dhauladharmountains are also visible form this enchanting town.

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DHARAMSALA

Location: Himachal Pradesh

Established Between: 1852.Places Of Interest: Kangra Art Museum, St. John'sChurch, McLeodganjBest Time To Visit: Mid-May to Mid-October

Queen Of The Hills Set against the backdrop of the dramatic

Dhauladhar mountains, Dharamsala is perchedon the high slopes in the upper reaches of KangraValley . The town is divided into two distinct andwidely separated sections, Upper and LowerDharamsala, which differ almost a thousandmetres in height.

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Dharamsala over looks the plains and is surrounded bydense pine trees and Deodar forests. A nearby

snowline with numerous streams and cool healthyatmosphere makes the surroundings very attractive.

Dharamsala is a busy bazaar town and has establisheditself as the travellers base camp, who come to explorethe nearby mountains. The Kotwali Bazaar provides the

entire colour and characteristic of a small town, whichis mixed with the simple life style.

The colourful temple and Gompas, which reflect theculture of Tibet, adds attraction for the visitor. TheKangra museum gives an overview of the rich past ofthe region and on the other hand there are institutesthat have been established to preserve the Tibetan art,cultures and traditions.

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Kullu

Location: Himachal PradeshAltitude: 1,220mMain Attractions: Kullu Dusshera, Bijli Mahadev Temple

Best Time To Visit: Mid-May To Mid-October. Kullu was once known as Kulanthpitha, which means the end of the

habitable world. Beyond rose the forbidding heights of the GreaterHimalayas, and by the banks of the shining river Beas, lay the fabled'Silver Valley'.

Here is the core of an intricate web of numerous valleys - each ofwhich is a visual delight and seems more beautiful than the other.The mountain scapes remain spectacular whether in brilliantsunshine or in the haze of the mist. The 'Silver Valley' has nature'streasures that lie carelessly scattered as flowers on the highmeadows.

The town of Kullu has long been a centre of faith. In the 17thcentury, Raja Jagat Singh installed here an idol of Lord Raghunathji,which he brought from Ayodhya. As a mark of his penance, heplaced the idol on his throne and it became the presiding deity ofthe valley.

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Manali

Location of Manali: Himachal PradeshImportant As: Himachal's famous Tourist Resort

Altitude: 2,050mPlaces of Interest: Vashisth Hot Sulphur Spring, Rohtang Pass,Hadimba TempleBest Time To Visit Manali: May To October.

Manali presents some excellent and well-equipped accommodationchoices for the tourists. In the past decade Manali has turned out tobe one of the best hill resort destination of India, particularly inthose resorts, which cater Indian domestic tourists and honeymooncouples. But the ideal places to stay are the small guesthouses,providing a tranquil atmosphere of the Himalayas for those who arelooking for solitute.

Manali literally means the 'Home of Manu'. Manu is themythological character who is supposed to have survived when theworld was drowned in Flood. He then came to Manali andrecreated human life. Thus, the area of Manali is sacred and Hindustreat the temples over here as pilgrimage.

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Shimla

The British empire may have ceased to exit, but its echoes linger on inShimla (2205). As the 'summer capital' of the British in India, this was thecountry's focus for the better part of every year and now, it is state capital

of Himachal Pradesh. Today, it has well developed facilities, easyaccessibility and numerous attractions make it one of India's most popularhill resort. Placed in the lower ranges of the Himalaya mountains, it issurrounded by pine deodar, oak and rhododendrom forests. Towards thenorth lie the snow-covered high-ranges, while the valleys breathewhispering streams and swaying fields. Within the town are host ofsplendid colonial edifices, quaint cottages and charming walks. Shimla

holds a variety of shopping, sport and entertainment. ACCESS:

The airport is at Jubbal Hatti, 23 km away. Shimla is connected to Kalka byan enenchanting narrow gauge railway line- where even a quaint rail - carplys. By road, Chandigarh is 117 km, Manali is 280 km, Chail is 45 km andDelhi is at a distance of 370 km. From Delhi, Manali and Chandigarh,

luxury coaches and taxis ply to Shimla. During season HPTDC also operatesregular deluxe buses from Delhi and Manali.

CLIMATE:

In winter, the temperature can drop below freezing point when heavywoolens are required. Summer temperature are mild and lightwoollens/cottons are recommended.

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CONCLUSION

Himachal Pradesh has immense tourist potential. It has got the natural beauty, the climate,

etc. This potential has not been tapped effectively. Though absence of infrastructural

facilities is a major drawback for exploiting this potential, lack of well coordinated and

properly directed efforts in marketing is also a reason behind the inability of the Himachal

tourism industry to mobilise a good number of tourists from within and outside India.

Past studies on the tourism industry in India have focused mainly on how to sell the tourism product. But it is more important to view it from the tourists point of view. This

study will help to understand their perceptions and needs and thus aims to-

Exploit the full potential of Himachal tourism

Improve the image of "Himachal"

Increase tourist arrivals

Combat the competition by newly developing tourist destinations

Attract tourists best suited for Himachal conditions

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Tourism In Himachal gives various methods and

suggestions to improve tourism in

Himachal. According to him, each tourist place in

the world, whether it be Switzerland or Kerala, have over the years developed a BRAND

NAME for themselves. While Switzerland

is known for its European Splendour, Kerala isknown as Gods own country. In fact,

Himachal is Switzerland of India.