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A far cry from the dull and dingy dormitories of yesteryear, these super cool budget hostels offer cosy beds, essential facilities (like free Wi-Fi, lockers etc), funky decor and the warm vibe of a boutique hotel for a fraction of the price.

If you are looking for picture-postcard houses, endless vistas of towering peaks, idyllic mountain meadows and cloudy days with a sprinkle of sunshine, head to these 14 offbeat getaways to discover Himachal’s soul.

Over two decades ago Himachal Pradesh discovered the potential of a little known deciduous plant called seabuckthorn. Today, the cultivation of plant is laying the foundation for sustainable development in the state's high-altitude cold deserts.

Tucked away in the interiors of the beautiful Pin valley in Spiti, the Sagnam village is a place where sublime beauty meets the practical struggle for survival. Home to the unique Chamurti horses, this Himalayan hamlet runs its own insurance scheme for its precious steeds!

By completing a 5,000 km solo road trip in Siberia in the freezing winter, 35-year-old Nidhi has become the first Indian to drive to the coldest permanently inhabited place on earth -- Oymyakon in Siberia, also known as the Pole of Cold.

Australian innovator Russell Collins has developed a Himalayan rocket stove that is energy efficient, clean, and less polluting and uses four to five times less firewood than a conventional stove for burning.

Abhinav Chandel left his job and decided to dedicate all his time to his two passions -- travel and photography. Today, after four years, he is a successful full-time traveller who has found the perfect balance between work and passion.

Ladakh and Spiti, both top the 'Must-See' list of every travel enthusiast. Choosing between the two is tough, but here's something that will help you.

If you take pride in your ability to solve even the toughest of riddles, here is a list of the greatest unsolved mysteries in Indian history.

Head to the hills to volunteer for a cause this vacation! We give you 11 volunteering options in the beautiful, serene hilly parts of Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Sikkim, Assam and Jammu & Kashmir.