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The Hershey Bears didn't used to be the Hershey Bears. When the team was founded in 1932 by chocolate giant Milton Hershey, they were called the "Hershey B'ars," and, briefly, the "Chocolate B'ars" -- as in "chocolate bars." In 1936 the team changed its name to the current one, after people complained that the original name sounded like an advertisement for Hershey's chocolate.

The Hershey Bears didn't always play in such a giant rink. Currently, the Bears play at GIANT Center. Before that, it was the Hersheypark Arena. But long ago, when the team first formed, they played the Ice Palace. The rink was only about 60 feet by 180 feet. But Milton Hershey wanted more. So he built the Hershey Sports Arena. The bears played their first game their in 1936, and kept playing there until the Hersheypark Arena was built decades later.

The Hershey Bears weren't always affiliated with the Washington Capitals. The Bears certainly seem to get around: They've been previously affiliated with the Pittsburgh Penguins, the Philadelphia Flyers, the Colorado Avalanche, the Boston Bruins and the Buffalo Sabres.

The Bears are one of two teams to share the record for most consecutive Calder Cup playoff series wins. Back in '07, the Hershey Bears tied for consecutive series wins with the Springfield Indians. But the Hamilton Bulldogs took the cup that year, keeping the Bears from breaking the record.

Once upon a time, there was a hockey team called the Canadian-American Hockey League. Only there were no Canadians in it. The Hershey Bears belonged to the CAHL, which was renamed the International-American Hockey League in 1938 -- even though it still had no member teams who weren't from the States.

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This summer, take a break from the unbearable heat of the season. Hilly states in India welcomes you take nap in the lap of Mother Nature. Owning to your comfort and desire, let me bring to you a travel guide, which will offer you a snippet about the top 5 hill stations in Himachal Pradesh.

Dalhousie

Trip to Dalhousie in Himachal Pradesh is just more than any leisure activities. The charming hill station is sandwiched between the Dhauladhar and Pir Panjal ranges. The hill station, now-a-days is gaining attention in the sector of travel and tourism in India. Tourists from different corner of the world visit the place all through out the year. A walk down the way to Satdara and Panchpullah offers the ultimate beauty of nature. Other attractions of note are Kala Tope Khajjiar Sanctuary, Jhandrighat, Chamera Dam and Lower Bakrota Hill, which is home to more than 50-odd Tibetan families.

Manali

Manali, a sought after destination for adventure seekers is not just a place to undergo adventure activities. This hill station in Himachal Pradesh is home to temples, gompas, tribal villages and lot more. Where adrenaline lovers participate in heli-skiing and explore the place, nature lovers dare to capture its eternal beauty on foot. Most popular place to visit in Manali are Hidimba Devi Temple, Gadhan Thekchoking Gompa, Gulaba Camp, Malana Valley, Solang Valley and Rahala Falls

Shimla

Shimla, the capital of Himachal Pradesh is blessed with the indomitable beauty of nature. The summer capital of India was discovered by British Government in 1819 and since then, the place continue to attract tourist all the year round. Major attractions in Simla are Annandale, Chadwick Falls, Chapslee, Christ Church and St. Michael's Cathedraland Kotesvara Temple. Its worth a while to stay at popular resorts like Shilon Resort, Honeymoon Inn, The Cecil Oberoi Resort and Springfield and enjoy its scenic beauty.

Dharamshala

Perched high in the slopes of Kangra Valley, Dharamshala is dotted with tall pine trees Deodar forest. The hill station in Himachal Pradesh preserves the unique culture of Tibet in the form of colorful temples and Gompas. Tourist places to visit in Dharamshala are Chamunda Devi Temple, Maharana Pratap Sagar, Nurpur Fort, Dall Lake, Dharmkot, Namgyal Monastery and Pong Lake Sanctuary.

Palampur

Popularly known as the 'Tea Capital of North India', Palampur hill stations in Himachal Pradesh is a newly explored tourist destination in India. Legend has it that the place was a part of the local Sikh Kingdom and later came under the regime of British Government, during the colonial period in India. Till today, tourist can witness its glorious past, preserved in the form of colonial architecture. Besides, the place is highly explored by adventure trekkers and para-gliders all the year round.