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Himachal Pradesh, the land of eternal snow peaks abounds
in exotic valleys, glorious green hill-slopes, snowcapped mountains,
gushing streams and the hills of Himalays welcome the tourists
from all over the world. In this mountain wonderland, the pace
of life is measured and tranquil. Himachal Pradesh is full of
hill resorts, pilgrimages, adventure sports destinations, and
wildlife that attracts a wide range of tourist traffic. Today,
Himachal Pradesh is one of the most important tourist destinations
in India. It also has excellent trekking. Main tourist
complexes are Shimla, Palampur, Dharamsala, Kulu-Manali, Chamba-Dalhousie.
Temple at Bhima Kali, Sarahan, Hatkoti, Jwalajee, Chamunda Devi,
Chintpurni, Renuka and Rewalsar, Deoth Siddh and Naina Devi
are major attractions for pilgrims. Tourist complexes are also
being set up at Keylong, Kaza, Sangla, Shoja, Kalpa, Khadrala,
Kharapathar, Chindi, Bharmour, Chansal and Naggar castle. Hang-gliding
competitions are held in Kangra valley. Solang Nallah slopes
are getting popular for winter sports. There is an art gallery
in Naggar and museums in Chamba, Shimla and Dharamasala. The
beautiful tourist resort of Khajjair in Chamba district has
been christened as the Switzerland of Himachal Pradesh
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