Santosh Uzuk, Commentator: There is no day, year or festival in nature, it is a human-made format. Every year, becoming tourists, we wish that the God above should send down delicious snowflakes on the earth during our mountain holidays, so that our trip becomes successful and memorable. If we talk about Himachal Pradesh, Rohtang Pass is about 51 kilometers away from Manali, which is 13058 feet above sea level. There is a lot of snow there during the winter season. When snow is cut and removed from the road with a machine, several feet high walls of snow are formed on both sides. It is a lot of fun while walking, tumbling, jumping, driving a car in this neighborhood of snow, which is remembered for the whole life. One should definitely visit here once. This time there is less snow falling in the mountains, which is a matter of concern. It is hoped that this deficiency will be filled in the coming days.
Atal Tunnel is at a short distance from Manali
With the construction of the world’s longest tunnel (9.2 km) Atal Tunnel (height 10039 feet) 25 km away from Manali, it has become easy to visit Lahaul Spiti even in winter season. Sissu village is on the other side of the tunnel. When there is snow, there are crowds of tourists here. Snow can also be seen in the southern portal and Dhundi of Atal Tunnel. You can enjoy adventure sports here. To enjoy more in the lap of snow, if you want to enjoy living in houses made of snow, then stay in Hamta. At a place called Sethan, 14 kilometers away from Manali, local residents also build igloos (ice houses) for tourists. Inside the ice house, an insulated bed is placed on top of the ice, which remains warm. The sleeping person does not feel cold. The chair and table are also made of ice, that is, the hot, passionate joy of cold and snow.
If you have a plan for Shimla then read this
There may be less snowfall in Shimla, but it definitely occurs in Kufri. From there you can further go to Narkanda, where you can also enjoy snow sports. The crowd of vehicles and tourists in Shimla can bother you at times. You can go to Kinnaur via Rampur, where the environment is capable of making you a wanderer. If you go to Dharamshala and Palampur, you can not only enjoy snow on the Dhauladhar mountain peaks but can also sip Kangra tea. Dharamshala’s neighboring McLeodganj also looks very beautiful in snow. Snow falls in Dalhousie Khajjiar also. Chudhar situated on the border of Sirmaur Shimla district is a unique place to enjoy the open lap of snow. To reach there, one has to walk about 18 kilometers from Nauhradhar and about 10 kilometers from Haripurdhar. If you are fond of adventure tourism, you will enjoy this journey immensely. In view of safety and possible problems during heavy snow, the local administration prohibits going there. Whenever you go, it is better to know than to take the risk for free.
We don’t get that much snow anymore
We have used the free gifts given by nature very cruelly with a selfish mind. The entire mood of the weather has been spoiled. Still, we want nature to give us everything as per our wish, but it does not happen. Now tourists wait for snow to fall for many days, but we get only as much snow as we deserve. Whenever there is heavy snowfall, the government machinery remains active for smooth movement of tourists. It is important to be a tourist, but while enjoying, consciousness along with enthusiasm is also important. Planning to go to an area where there is a lot of snow (Travel Tips) Before making it, definitely know about the administrative information. It is not at all necessary to join the crowd. When it is a normal day, it is easier to go. Where public transport is not available. You can avail home stay facility for night stay. If you want to experience Igloo, you can do so till March. Still, please find out first.