Heavenly Himachal

Himachal Pradesh is a mountainous Indian state in the western Himalayas, known as "Dev Bhumi" (abode of gods) for its rich culture and natural beauty. Its geography includes the Shivalik, middle Himalayan, and Himadri (high Himalayas) regions, with altitudes ranging from 460 to 6,600 meters. The state, with capital Shimla, was formed in 1948 and became a full state in 1971, and is a major tourist destination with diverse flora, fauna, temples, and rivers like the Satluj, Beas, Ravi, Chenab, and Yamuna