Himachal Pradesh, located in the Northern Indian Himalayan region is nestled in the Western Himalayas and offers limitless opportunities to one and all. If you wish to enjoy nature in its most pristine state, then Himachal could be your best bet. Himachal literally means, "the land of snow" and hence its very mention at once evokes images of the lofty snow-capped Himalayan peaks. But this enchanting land has more than just snow-covered mountain peaks and slopes. Once you are here, you will be overwhelmed by meandering rivers, perennial springs, immense stretches of alpine meadows and abundant green forests known to be a haven to a variety of flora & faunas.

Also known as the 'Abode of Gods', Himachal commands mirage of elegantly carved ancient temples, residing in nearly every hilltop and the celebrations associated with these religious places. A very large chunk of this state is inhabited by the Tibetans, hence you can find several gompas and monasteries too that are worth visiting. The rhythmic dancing of the devotees with the on time bang of traditional drums and clarions ideally fitting the attire of the locales leaves a lifelong imprint on the minds of the onlookers.

Moreover, being home to the 14th Dalai Lama, the spiritual leader and the head of Tibet, Himachal Pradesh pulls in a large section of tourists from the Buddhist Countries; besides also catches the attention of several world leaders.

Tirupati Tirumala is one of the most ancient and sacred temples in the world. Famed for being the richest temple in the world, the Tirupati Tirumal temple is also known for fulfilling the wishes of its devotees. The Hindus make it a point to visit this temple once in a lifetime for its sacredness and wish fulfilling power. It is believed, whosoever comes to this temple complex never return empty handed. The presiding deity of Tirupati is Sri Venkateswara (Lord of the Venkata Hill). The temple lies on the southern banks of Sri Swami Pushkarini; and is located on the seventh peak, Venkatachala (Venkata Hill) of the Tirupati Hill that has given him the appellation, Venkateswara. He is also called the Lord of the Seven Hills.

The temple of Sri Venkateswara at Tirupati Tirumala has attained a unique sanctity in Indian religious belief. The Sastras, Puranas, Sthala Mahatyams and Alwar hymns unequivocally affirm that, in the Kali Yuga, one can attain moksha (salvation), only by worshipping Venkata Nayaka or Sri Venkateswara.