What is the difference between himadri and himachal?

I. HIMADRI

? It is the northernmost range of Himalayas.

? Also known as "Great Himalayas" or "Inner Himalayas".

? It is the most continuous range consisting of very high peaks.

? Average height of Himadri range is 6000m

? Core of the Himadri range is composed of granite.

? It is covered with snow almost throughout the year and a number of glaciers descend

from it.

II. HIMACHAL

? This range lies to the south of Himadri and forms the most rugged mountain system.

? Also known as "Lesser Himalayas".

? It is mainly composed of highly compressed and altered rocks.

? Altitude varies between 3700 to 4500m and average width is 50m.

? Further divided into -- Pir Panjal range, Mahabharata and Dhauladhar range.

?Well known for hill stations- Kashmir valley, Kullu valley, Kangra valley.