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India in Himalayas
India in Himalayas
Jammu and Kashmir
Picturesque forested mountains, this was a popular destination with travelers until the conflict escalation between Pakistan and India. While Srinagar is reasonable safe, don't spend time in the country-side. Ladakh is the important exception to this. Offering much in the way of sight-seeing, and trekking it's not to be missed.
Himachal Pradesh
A pleasant, laid back, predominantly Hindu state, with a Tibetan Refugee population; popular with Tourists.
Uttaranchal
Another state of India, the source of the Ganges, it has a number of pilgrimage sites.
Uttar Pradesh
Sikkim
Wedged between, Nepal, Bhutan, China and West Bengal, Sikkim was predominately Buddhist until the 19th century, when numerous Nepalis came. As such there are many, Buddhist monasteries, and related sights. Trekking here is limited due to the closeness of the border with China. You must take a guide and go as a group, there are very limited number of routes.
West Bengal
Arunachal Pradesh
Seldom visited by tourist, this state is a fascinating mix, with a large tribal population, people follow, Animist, Hindu, Buddhist, and Baptist Christian religous traditions.
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