Adventure India : Mountaineering - 4

North India offers some of the best and toughest challenges in rock climbing both for amateurs as well as for professionals. Lado Sarai in Delhi, Dhauj (55 kms from Delhi) and Dam Dama Lake (around 65 kms from Delhi) are some of the best-known rock-climbing destinations in this part of the country. In Himachal Pradesh, Manali Dharmshala and the adjoining regions provide some of the toughest and most exciting rock climbing options in the world. Professional climbers from all over the world come here to negotiate the rocks and to find new challenges.

There is no restriction on rock climbing in India except for the places included in the restricted area list. Permits can be applied for through the Indian Embassy/Consulate/High Commission or the Officers in major cities of India. The district administration of the concerned areas can also issue permits

Best time : Mid May to Mid October

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Adventure India : Land of Snow - 2

Himachal Pradesh, the land of snow in north India, is the destination for intrepid adventure seekers. It lies between the states of Punjab and Tibet, with its geography defined by mountains.

"The Mountain State" of Himachal Pradesh (HP) has some of the tallest mountain ranges, offering numerous adventure activity options. Besides the snow-covered mountains, it boasts of the splendid barren beauty of Lahaul-Spiti and Kinnaur and the lush valleys of Kangra and Kullu, known for trekking routes.

If the hills fill your heart with the sound of music, this is the state in which you can climb rocks, trek the high lonesome trails, scale mountains and ride the white water. When in HP, one must visit the rock-cut shrines, colonial mansions and Buddhist monasteries.

In Manali, the department of mountaineering and allied sports advises on trekking and mountaineering options. This institute provides training facilities for basic and advanced climbing, both for Indian nationals and foreigners. It is also conducts rock climbing, skiing, heli-skiing and high altitude trekking courses.

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