Celebrate HOLI in Devbhumi Himachal

Holi hai! Holi hai! -- The joyous cries that rent the air welcoming the arrival of spring. The festival of Holi heralds the end of the cold and gloom of winter and calls for celebration. Holi, described, as the ‘festival of colors’,is the time when you can have fun splashing colors, all with the sanction of the Gods!
Holi in Himachal Pradesh is celebrated with much enthusiasm. People light bonfires-fires called Holika, symbolic of victory of good over evil. Pichkaris in various creative and innovative designs are specially bought by children to color anybody who comes in sight and even more to the one who tries to escape...all in good fun.
The Holi melas held at Palampur, Ghughar, Paprola, Baijnath, Jaisinghpur and Sujanpur also have an attraction of their own.
Sujanpur Mela on Holi dates back to the time of Katoch rulers especially Raja Sansar Chand who patronised artistes and musicians during his rule. This fair has been declared as a state festival by the Himachal government.

The fair is for four days from 1st to 4th march and during this time lots of traditional folk theater along with Folk music and dances can be enjoyed by the people visiting the fair.
On a nearby hill at Tira is a temple dedicated to Chamunda Devi that still attracts a large number of devotees.The interesting fact to mark about Holi in Himachal Pradesh is that thousands gather at the holy shrine of Ponta Sahib in Sirmour district on the banks of Yamuna.
Kullu Holi is marked by mixing snow with colors- making it an 'Ice-Holi'. While, the main celebrations are held at the world famous Slang Pass, which witnesses heaviest snowfall in the country.The area is good for river rafting anglers in Harsi Pattan (30 km from Tira Sujanpur) and Lambagaon (15 km from Tira Sujanpur).
http://www.himachalhotels.in/ takes you on a colorful and fascinating tour of the popular Indian festival of Holi.Logon to http://www.himachalhotels.in/hotels.asp for hotel bookings.

Valentine’s Day Special Packages: Himachal Hotels,India

Our experience tells us that this is a big event for you…you want all of the details to be in place for an unforgettable romantic escape. At Himachalhotels.in, we take this business seriously… more importantly we want everything to be perfect for you. Let us have chilled champagne waiting for you…maybe a box of locally made truffles…or your wife’s favorite bottle of wine delivered to the door. She’s sure to be impressed. We’ll help you plan the perfect getaway.
Let this valentine’s overwhelm your beloved with your love in the shape of a memorable romantic getaway package specially made for you.
Rejuvenate Passion & Romance in panoramic Destinations with our Valentine packages
LOVE IN SHIMLA: Snow or no snow, Shimla still remains the favorite’s Lovers Paradise.
Logon to http://www.himachalhotels.in
Himachal Hotels: Himachal Pradesh,India

Tours to Hill Station Shimla, India: Himachalhotels.in

Hill station Shimla
The beauty of Shimla is really difficult to describe in words. It is one of God's gifted lands, which is blessed with the nature's gift, one can imagine. The hill station is known for its panoramic beauty. The green pastures surround the town and snow-capped mountain peaks. The main places of attractions here are the Mall, Christ church, Kufri, Narkanda, Chail etc.
Heart of the city:
The ridge and the adjacent Mall is the heart of the city. The Shimla mall road is the most attracting place in the town. The Mall is the centre of Shimla's buzzing social life. It is a fairly level meandering esplanade that runs along the ridge. Tourists, both Indian and foreign, mingle with the locals and uniformed school children. An amazing multitude of honeymooners, bright and beautifully clad young couples, flock to this hill resort from all over India, and stand coyly to be photographed.
Kufri - A Paradise for Adventure lovers
Kufri,19 Km from Shimla,is the highest point in the surrounding region. Some great Hiking, some skiing, some beautiful scenes and a cool environment that's what Kufri is all about.
Naldehra: Golfing Paradise
Naldehra (25 Km from shimla) and is popular for a nine hole golf course, located on a gradual slope on scenic hill top surrounded by fir trees, and a picnic ground on hilltop.
Spiritual Places in Shimla
Kali Bari (a temple of the Hindu goddess Kali) is near the Mall. Jakhoo Temple (a temple of the Hindu god Hanuman) is located at the highest point in Shimla (2600 m above mean sea level. Sankat Mochan (another Hanuman temple) is located on Shimla-Kalka Highway. Tara Devi Temple is about 10 km from Shimla, directly visible from the city.
Marketplaces
Lakkar Bazaar: Popular for its woodcrafts and souvenirs, this is just off the Ridge.
To Plan your Trip Log on to www.himachalhotels.in

Himachal Hotels: Online Hotel Reservation, Himachal Pradesh

Himachal Hotels: Government Authorized Travelers Search Engine Guide for Online Booking of Hotels in Himachal Pradesh including Buses, Air Flights Started in the year 2005, http://www.himachalhotels.in is a provider for online hotel reservation for Hotels and cars in Himachal Pradesh and travel services.
Himachalhotels is the branded travel & stay website under the department of tourism, Government of Himachal Pradesh and is targeted towards the Himachal in-bound market.
Himachalhotels provides the widest choice of hotels to our customers.
Hotels ranging from premium Star categories, Deluxe to budget/Guest houses, thereby ensuring that we have a hotel that suits customers budget.
Currently, Himachal Hotels offers its customers a wide choice of over 150 hotels across the region .
We also provide facility for Car, Bus and Airline Reservations.
Himachal Hotels offers its customers, Tailor Made Tour Packages for Himachal Pradesh.