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Saturday, January 23, 2016

Lakes in the Land of Gods, Himachal Pradesh

Situated in the center Himalayas, the condition of Himachal Pradesh is not just well known for its cold mountains, enterprise sports and thick foliage, additionally prevalent for some lakes that dab valleys over its properties. There are over twelve mainstream lakes, which cover one percent of the region of the state. Encouraged by snow dissolving streams and ground water springs, huge numbers of these are held devout by Hindus. Fans have based rich sanctuaries on the fringe of the lakes, which are gone by a huge number of pioneers each year.

Some of these are regular estates that have existed for a large number of years while there are additionally a couple synthetic supplies. Renuka, the biggest characteristic lake in Himachal Pradesh in Sirmour locale is molded like a leaning back lady the lake is an encapsulation of Goddess Renuka. Held consecrated by all Hindus for the legend of Renuka's child connected with it, the lake has two sanctuaries devoted to the mother-child team.

Among mid elevation lakes in Himachal Pradesh, the most famous are the Dal Lake Dharamshala, Rewalsar ,and Khajjar Lake. There are numerous high elevation lakes also, including Prashar, Nako, Chandratal , SurajTal Lake, Kumarwah Lek, Manumahesh Lake, and others. Synthetic supplies incorporate Pong Dam (Maharana Pratap Lake, Gobind Sagar and Pandoh Lake.

These lakes are famous visitor spots in Himachal Pradesh. Lakes that have religious significance are gone to by enthusiasts, who come here to take a plunge in their blessed waters. Different lakes offer guests a chance to angle and pontoon. Encompassed by thick timberlands, these lakes present all encompassing perspectives, which are looked by voyagers with dumbstruck look. Among the high elevation lakes a large portion of them highlight a little span of water, which stay icebound all through the winters.

Go in Himachal Pradesh stays inadequate without investigating these lakes. Among the manufactured stores, the most exceptional is the Pong Dam. It was made as of late as 1975 and is the most noteworthy earth fill dam in India. Fabricated over River Beas in the wetlands zone of the Shivalik Hills, in Kangra District, the area is additionally home to various transient fowls. It has various water sports including kayaking, paddling, cruising, water skiing, and swimming.

Lakes in state possess an imperative spot in the rundown of visitor spots in Himachal Pradesh, and to further support tourism, the legislature is endeavoring steady endeavors to add to the encompassing districts. They have presented different water sports at numerous lakes including Pong Dam and Gobind Sagar Lake.

Monday, March 28, 2011

Hotels in Sirmour


Sirmaur District is situated on the Shivalik range and is surrounded by Shimla district in North, Solan district in North-West, Haryana in South, and the state of Uttar Pradesh in East. Few major rivers and lakes in the district are Yamuna, Markanda, Giri, Ghaggar, Tons, Jalal Bata etc. Tourists come here to enjoy the unspoilt beauty of nature. Some of the places of tourist interest are: 

Nahan is the district headquarters of Sirmour. The town is located at an altitude of 932 metres from the sea level and enjoys a pleasant climate all throughout the year. Tourists come here to enjoy the natural beauty and a number of temples and tanks located here. 

Jaitak Fort: In the history of Sirmour Jaitak hills occupies an important place. Here the famous battle between the British forces and the Gurkhas were fought. Jamta falls lies about 19 km to the north of Nahan, on the Nahan-Dadahu road. There is a hill fortress on the Jaitak hill, built by Ranjor Singh Thapa, the legendary Gurkha leader. 

The Churdhar Mountain in Sirmaur is the highest peak in southern Himachal Pradesh. It belongs to the Shivalik ranges at an elevation of 11965 feet. It is popularly known as Churichandni, which means Bangle of Snow, presents some of the most fantastic and beautiful landscapes of the district. 

Haripur Dhar is a mountain range, the rulers of former Sirmour State built a fort on this range of mountain to protect the state boundaries from the neighbouring Jubbal State. Some of the other tourist places Sirmaur District are Shivalik Fossils Park, Renuka Ji, Rajgarh, Trilokpur, Poanta Sahib, Sarahan etc.


Location: Himachal Pradesh
Altitude: 932m
Places of Interest: Nahan, Paonta Sahib, Bhangani, and Sirmuri Tal
Best Time To Visit: Mid-May to mid-October.


NEARBY CITIES
Nahan: 90-km
Paonta Sahib: 135-km
Renuka: 112-km
Simuri Tal: 128-km
Ambala: 153-km
Chandigarh: 177-km



HOW TO GET THERE
Air: Chandigarh is nearest airport, which is 87-km from Nahan. 
Rail: Ambala is the nearest Railhead 63-km from Nahan. 
Road: Nahan is well connected by road. Regular buses and taxis are available from Ambala and Chandigarh. Regular bus services linking it to the other towns like Manali, Delhi and Haridwar are also available.