Himachal Pradesh

Himachal Pradesh is a Northern state in the Indian Himalayas. It borders the state of Jammu and Kashmir to the north, Tibet to the east and Uttarakhand, Haryana and Punjab to the south and south east. Himachal Pradesh is home to the western Himalayas and has incredibly beautiful landscapes. On clear days the snow-covered mountains are visible with its deep gorges and forest covered valleys. Hindus represent the majority of the population in Himachal Pradesh but when you travel toward the eastern part, such as Spiti and Lahaul people are primarily Buddhists. The Dalai Lama's government in exile and main spiritual seat is in Dharamsala, also located in Himachal Pradesh.   

Our team member and weaver Ravi lives in the Kollu Valley of Himachal Pradesh, known for it's green and lush forests and where you find a weaver almost in every household. To learn more about Ravi and his woollen scarfs click here.