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Visit Tea Gardens in Palampur

Tea Gardens

Garden
Majestic Tea Gardens are all that surrounds Palampur. Palampur is being nicknamed as The Tea Capital of North India. One of the famous tea estate is Bundla Tea Estate is just 2 km from Palampur. This is one of the most beautiful tea estates of Palampur, which covers Bundla, Aima and Lohna panchayats. The lush green tea gardens are at its best in the monsoon. People can be seen plucking tea from April till October.

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Visit Baijnath Temple in Palampur

Baijnath Temple

Temple
The Shiva temple at Baijnath is one of the most remarkable monuments of the Kangra valley. Ancient name of this town was ‘Kigarama’. Baijnath got its name from Shiva Vaidyanatha. The temple consists of an ‘Adytum’ surrounded by a spire of the usual conical shape with a ‘Mandap’ covered with a low pyramid shaped roof. The ‘Adytum’ contains the Lingam. There is fine sculpture work associated with Ravana, who worshipped Shiva at this spot and gained immortality. Shivratri of Baijnath is a well attended fair.

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Visit Bundla Tea Estate in Palampur

Bundla Tea Estate

Sight Seeing
This is one of the most beautiful tea estates of Palampur, which covers Bundla, Aima and Lohna panchayats. The tea estate falls on the road between Neugal Cafe and main Palampur town. The lush green tea gardens are at its best in the monsoon. People can be seen plucking tea from April till October. The old Bundla Tea Estate complex, which is over 200 years old can be seen from the road.

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Visit Neugal Khad in Palampur

Neugal Khad

Picnic spot
Neugal Khad provides a finest view of the Dhauladhar range. It is roaring in the rainy season and gurgling all the year round. Himachal Tourism cafe provides food and a fine view from its restaurant. It is a famous picnic spot and ideal for a day escape from busy life. A short distance from Neugal Khadd is Neugal Park, where there are couple of cafés and eateries. Visitors can request for a table outside and along with savouring the food or coffee can enjoy the panoramic view of the Dhauladhar Mountains.

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Visit Saurabh Van Vihar in Palampur

Saurabh Van Vihar

Garden
In order to enable the visitors to enjoy the nature & make them aware of the importance of nature & environment, a nature park namely “Saurabh Van Vihar” at Palampur over 13 hectare area has been established. It is located on the right bank of Neugal Khad near Kandi bridge in the lap of Dhauladhar ranges, in village Kwat, 4 km from Palampur town. Saurabh Van Vihar is developed in the memory of Martyr Lt. Saurabh Kalia, who sacrificed his life during Kargil operation on 9th June, 1999. This tourist park is bounded by majestic and picturesque Dhauladhar mountain ranges in the north and north-east.

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Visit Tashi Jong Buddhist Monastery in Palampur

Tashi Jong Buddhist Monastery

Monastery
Tashi Jong in Tibetan stands for ‘auspicious valley’, which is actually an entire community of monks, practitioners and realized practitioners called ‘togdens’. The Khampagar Monastery therein, is the primary school for Tibetan teachings and practices. The Indian gaddi tribal people also live in this area along with Tibetan people. Belonging to the Tashi Jong community of Tibetan refugees, the monastery is a beautiful structure. The temple is surrounded by a beautiful garden. Secondary prayer halls are situated on either side of the main garden. One can get a stunning view of the Kangra valley from the monastery. The complex also has a craft emporium where Tibetan handicrafts are up for sale.

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Visit Jakhni Mata Temple, Palampur in Palampur

Jakhni Mata Temple, Palampur

Temple
Dedicated to Devi Latti Jakhni, the Jakhni Mata Temple is situated at the topmost point of Chandpur Village in Kangra district. This holy shrine is situated about 7 kms from Bundla Mata Temple and 5 kms from Palampur. It’s a steep climb up to the temple, so it is ideal to take a car instead of choosing to walk. However, physically fit people can try hiking up to the temple. The temple is located at a vantage point, from where the view of the Dhauladhar range, the valley and the rural human settlements is simply spectacular.

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Visit Sobha Singh Art Gallery in Palampur

Sobha Singh Art Gallery

Art
The Sobha Singh Art Gallery at Andretta is a quaint, family maintained museum. Run by the great artist’s daughter, Gursharan Kaur, this used to be his home and work studio before his demise in 1986. Some of his really breath-taking artworks are displayed here. For art lovers this is a must visit destination especially if you have seen the works of this gifted artist.

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Visit Chamunda Devi Temple in Palampur

Chamunda Devi Temple

Temple
Chamunda Devi Temple is a renowned holy shrine of the Hindus. Located in Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, Chamunda Devi Mandir is at a distance of 10 kms from Palampur, on the banks of Baner River. This ancient temple dates back to the 16th century. The temple is dedicated to Chamunda Devi, who is a form of Durga / Shakti. Chamunda Devi Mandir is believed to be the abode of ‘Shiva and Shakti’. Due to this reason, it is also known as ‘Chamunda Nandikeshwar Dham’.

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Why to travel Palampur

Palampur is a beautiful and lush green hill station located in Kangra Valley in Himachal Pradesh. It gets its name from pulum meaning ‘abundant water’. Unsurprisingly, the region has innumerable streams and brooks and the water bodies are a huge boon for the tea plantations. After being established by Dr Jameson, who introduced tea plantations in the hill station, the tea produced in the town of Palampur gained international recognition and is a must buy for tourists along with the Tibetan handicrafts, carpets, and wooden handicrafts made here. And while you’re shopping, do not forget to try out Jhol, a popular local drink made of rice water. Home to some of the tallest deodar trees in the country, Palampur is the perfect summer getaway offering stunning views of the snow clad Dhauladhar ranges. Palampur also offers tourists a chance to practice some adventure sports, serving as the starting point for several treks including to Dharamsala and Kangra.

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