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Spiti Valley

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Approximately 12,500 feet above sea level, the Spiti Valley is a high-altitude desert in Himachal Pradesh, India .Lahaul-Spiti is well known for its stunning scenery, which includes rocky mountains, deep valleys, and towering cliffs. In addition to providing unmatched vistas of the Himalayas and expansive stretches of arid landscape, the area is home to some of the highest inhabited communities in the world. With only a few stunted willows and sporadic trees in some settlements, Spiti is a chilly desert at a high elevation above the tree line. The valley bottom is covered with bushes. In spite of this, Spiti is home to over 450 different plant species. Spiti Valley's Best Time to Visit The type of experience you're seeking will determine the best time: 1. Summer (May to October): The Ideal Season for This Reason All roads are open, the skies are clear, and the weather is pleasant (via Manali & Shimla ). Highlights: Excellent for trekking, sightseeing, monastic ...

Leh-Ladakh (Land of High Mountain Passes)

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Since the Middle Ages, it has served as Ladakh's capital. The historical capital of the Kingdom of Ladakh was Leh, which is in the Leh district. Constructed in the same style and about the same period as the Potala Palace in Tibet , Leh Palace served as the seat of the kingdom and was formerly the home of the Ladakh royal dynasty. The major town in the northern Indian union territory of Ladakh is Leh . It is tucked away in the Himalayas at an elevation of around 11,500 feet (3,500 meters) above sea level. 📍 Leh Country is in India Ladakh is a Union Territory. Leh District The approximate coordinates are 34.15° N latitude and 77.58° E longitude. Elevation: around 11,500 feet (3,500 meters) above sea level Leh is located between the borders of Tibet (China) and Pakistan in the northernmost region of India. Situated in the Indus River Valley , it is bordered to the north by the Karakoram Range and to the south by the Ladakh Range, which is a component of the Greater Himala...

Poonch-The Crown of Pir Panjal

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Located close to the Line of Control (LoC) , which divides Kashmir into areas controlled by Pakistan and India, Poonch is a district in the Indian union territory of Jammu and Kashmir. It is bordered to the north and west by Azad Kashmir, which is administered by Pakistan, and to the south by Rajouri district. 🏞️ Terrain and Climate: Occupied by the Pir Panjal mountain range, Poonch is renowned for its woods, meadows, snow-capped peaks, and verdant valleys. Rivers: The Poonch River traverses the area as a tributary of the Jhelum River . Environment: Poonch is a year-round destination for nature enthusiasts due to its temperate environment, which includes nice summers and cold winters with snowfall in the highest peaks. 🕰️ Ancient History Poonch has ties to the Mahabharata period and was formerly a part of the ancient kingdom of Kashmir. Mediaeval Period: During the princely state era, it was ruled by a number of regional rajas and was influenced by the Mughals and the Dogra...

Ooty-The Queen of Hill Stations

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The resort town of Ooty, which is short for Udhagamandalam , is located in Tamil Nadu state in southern India, in the Western Ghats mountains . It was established as a summer resort under the British Raj and still has a functional steam train line . The 19th-century home Stone House and the St. Stephen's Church , built in 1829, are other remnants of the area's colonial heritage. Situated on the slopes of Doddabetta Peak , the Government Botanical Garden spans 55 acres. At a height of roughly 2,240 meters (7,350 feet) above sea level, Ooty , also known as Udhagamandalam, is situated in the Nilgiri Hills of the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It belongs to the Nilgiris district and is known as the " Queen of Hill Stations " because to its picturesque surroundings and comfortable environment. The Ideal Time to Go to Ooty The summer months of March through June are the ideal times of year to visit Ooty.  Below is a summary by season: Summer (March to June) is 15°C ...