Heritage Himachal: Land, History, Myths and Legends, Nature, Art and Architecture

Contents: 1. District Shimla. 2. District Kinnaur. 3. District Lahaul and Spiti. 4. District Solan. 5. District Sirmaur. 6. Districts Bilaspur and Una. 7. Districts Kangra and Hamirpur. 8. District Kullu. 9. District Mandi. 10. District Chamba. 11. Architecture: Indigenous and Colonial. 12.'Pahari' Miniature Paintings. 13. Natural Heritage. 14. Aspects of Intangible Heritage. 15. Fairs, Festivals and Observances: Some Rare Celebrations and Rituals. 16. A Brief History of Vajrayana Buddhism and Himachal. 17. The Kalka Shimla Railway Line: A UNESCO World Heritage Site. Appendix 1. Biophysical Zones of Himachal Pradesh. Appendix 2. Wildlife and Wildlife Sancturies and Parks. Bibliography. Index.

Heritage Himachal is exhaustively researched, profusely illustrated and written in the author’s distinctive and enjoyable style. Long before the time that the word ‘Himachal’ was coined, these hills came replete with extraordinary history and culture. Moving from ancient times and the colonial years, this book weaves together the different strands that make Himachal Pradesh one of the most remarkable places on our planet.