5 Underrated Destinations in Himachal You Should Explore in 2021

Himachal Pradesh is no less than a playground for tourists and adventurists. The scenic panorama of the state encompasses cliffs, vast stretches of green and white lands, electrifying silver water, and snow-clad mountains. Himachal bundles them all in the solace that every tourist craves for. But with the increasing number of commercialized destinations, people often skip the off-beaten hamlets as underrated and no-so-popular. Here is a list of these hill stations that will force you to wonder how come you didn’t know about these gems.

SHOGHI

What Shimla is renowned for is present in abundance in Shoghi. Be it the backdrop of soaring Himalayas, rapidly gushing rivers or lush green forest, this little-known hamlet has them all. With only a couple of tourists visiting the place, it is the answer to your desire for peace. Located at a distance of 13Km from Shimla, Ambala National Highway, Shoghi exposes the travelers to the green hue, silvery brooks, and meadows of pine trees. It encourages adventurists to engage in sports like rappelling, rock climbing, commando rope walking, and valley crossing. This pristine hill station is a perfect getaway for hikers and trekkers alike.

BIR BILLING

If you are fond of Kullu Manali tourism, you sure are going to like this alternate hill station located only a few kilometers from Kangra. Bir Billing is the best paragliding and hang-gliding hub in India, which even hosted the Paragliding World Cup in October 2015. You can enjoy the purest forms of weather and nature in Bir Billing and let the heavenly essence enrich your spiritual soul. Try to meditate at one of the most tranquil and fresh abodes of nature, we bet you wouldn’t be disappointed. Some major attractions of this hill station include Deer Park Institute, Chokling Gompa Monastery, and Bir Tea Factory.

CHANSHAL PASS

Everyone on a Manali tour aspires to trace the deadly trails of snow-laden Rohtang Pass. Though amid the hype it enjoys, people underestimate the charm of Chanshal Pass. Sitting atop the 4,520m high Chanshal Peak in Shimla district, it is the best alternative to Rohtang Pass. It remains closed throughout the year except in the months between May to October. It potentially can be a remarkable destination for winter sports and treks, bike treks, and jeep rides. Also, the slope is just right for a smooth and thrill-filled skiing tour.

CHALAL

Honeymooners seek serenity and privacy in a destination like Kasol. But this time, we have something out of the box for their desire for peace. Residing at a 20minutes walk from Kasol, the secluded and enchanting village of Chalal is as spectacular as Kasol. Since the place hardly receives a flock of many tourists at once, the natives wear a harmonious nature all the time. They welcome them happily, take them as their guest, and provide home-like stay facilities. If you are totally against a crowded place, choose Chalal instead of Kasol on your next trip. Like Kasol, it is close to the base camp of the famous Kheerganga trek.

SALOGRA

The city of Red Gold and the Mushroom City of India, Solan is often visited for its vast mushroom and tomato farming. But people now feel stuck in the bustling crowd of this hill station since commercialization has gripped the city majorly. They instead take on a 35Km long drive off Shimla to Salogra. Salogra is a hidden gem of Himachal that houses vast stretches of green valleys, magnificent hills, and picturesque villages. You can get down for a subtle trekking journey to reach the famous Barog temple. The paradise enriches the soul of solo travelers and couples and allows them to feel rejuvenated.

The mystical view of these underrated destinations in Himachal will leave you in awe. You don’t have to bear the maddening crowd in the popular hill stations of north India when you have such amazing alternatives in hand.