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Thursday, January 26, 2023

An Overview of Himachal Pradesh district Kanra Part XIV , Tourist places in district Kangra Continued

 An Overview of Himachal Pradesh district Kangra Part - XIV , Tourist places in district Kangra Continued 



Beautiful View of Bir valley district Kangra Himachal Pradesh 

Most of tourist destinations have been covered in previous at Dharmshala posts but still there are places people used to visit when ever the plan to visit Kangra .



View of Kangra Art Museum at Dharamshala 

Kangra Art Museum :-  



Kangra Art Painting in Kangra Art Museum at Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh 

Kangra Art Museum is established on 17 th. January 1990  at Dharamshala in Kotwali Bazar near Hotel Dhauladhar of Himachal Pradesh Tourism Department on a beautiful location . 


The Kangra Art Museum is protecting and Preserving the heritage culture of the region due to its excellent work it has come on the world map . You can see here the heritage Kangra Paintings , old coins , Jewelery and other minerals of Archeological  and heritage importance .



Kangra Art' Painting in Kangra Art Museum 

Here you can visit  the display of various things of historical importance in :- 

Archeological Gallery .
Kangra Miniature Painting Gallery.
Jewelry Gallery.
Textile Gallery .



Mata Sita  Bhagwan Ram and Laxman , Kangra Art Painting 

Bir Billing Paragliding Site :- 



Paragliding Bir Billing Himachal Pradesh 

Bir Billing Paragliding Site has gained an international importance and it is the world's 2nd best paragliding site  at an elevation of 2438.4 metres above mean sea level the take off site and Bir the landing site at an elevation of 1524 metres above mean sea level . Among all  the Paragliding sites in Himachal Pradesh  Bir Billing is most beautiful  rather in the world .




Bir Valley in Dhauladhar Himalyan ranges 

The Bir Billing Paragliding Site is located in the lap of Dhauladhar Himalyan ranges with an open  valley near Baijnath and Joginder Nagar about 512 Km North of Delhi in Himachal Pradesh . It is about 61 Km from Dharamshala and 30 Km from Palampur .




View of Monastery 

The Paragliding Take off site named Billing has an excellent grassy dome easily accessible through four wheelers and allows to take off especially in the South and West when the breeze strengthens .



Paragliding in Bir Billing




Paragliding Beautiful view. 

The landing site located in Bir valley in village Keori on the side of Tibetan colony  alongside the Chaugan Keori road . The landing site is quite open ground with green grass with few trees .


Sunset View in Bir Billing 

The Paragliding cost starts from INR 3000 per person for 15 to 30 minutes flights and may increase with service providers and duration of flight .



View of Buddhist Monastery 

The Sunset view is very pleasant . So those who are found of Paragliding can enjoy here . Those who have no interest in paragliding can love the nature and panoramic landscapes , Monastery in the valley , Tea Gardens and other beautiful locations in the valley as it is an excellent tourist destination .



Bir Valley Panoramic landscapes View .


Wednesday, January 25, 2023

26Th. January , The Republic day of India

 26 Th. January.    .


The Republic Day, 


Of India                    






Today is the day when we , mean India became Republic. 









Path of Progress and prosperity adopted on this day on 26th. January 1950 and we started stepping up , today all Indian brothers and sisters must look back  the year 1950 where were we all  ? And simultaneously look today 's India . We have gained a lot, this became possible because of Constitution of India which we adopted on this day . 



View of Dr. Ambedkar Mani Mandapam Puducherry 

Today dear brother and sisters of Republic of India look forward we have yet to go ahead and contribute a lot to the Nation as well to the world for peace , prosperity and development .




Prime Minister Mr. Narendra Modi at National War Memorial 


Republic day parade 



Republic day parade 

We all Indian brothers and sisters today take pledge to contribute towards peace , prosperity and development of the India as well as whole huminity and world .




Republic day parade 



Rastrapati Bhavan 


Today we remember all those great leaders and shoulders who fought to see this day we salute them . 






Happy Republic Day                  

Thanks to                                     

All Indian brothers and sisters

An Overview of Himachal Pradesh district Kangra Part XIII , Tourist places in district Kangra Continued

An Overview of Himachal Pradesh district Kangra Part XIII , Tourist places in district Kangra Continued  :- 


Himachal Pradesh a wonderland , Kangra has many tourist destinations and Panoramic landscapes . We have already explained that Himachal Pradesh has different types of tourism i.e. religious , advanture Tourism , Sports Tourism , Historical Tourism , scenic or Nature Tourism and Health Tourism  .In this series we are having few more such destinations  to visit  :- 

Tashi Jong Monastery  :- 



View of Tashi Jong Monastery 

Tashi Jong Monastery is situated in village Tashi Jong in between Paprola and Taragarh  on Mandi Pathankot National Highway .

This Buddisht Monastery is established by 8 Th. Khamtrul Rinpoche  , Dongyu Nyima . It is the centre of traditional activity , Drugpa kagyu Buddhism .  Here you can visit main temple , Stupa of Khamtrul Rinpoche . The Yamantak retreat center is not open for general tourists . The Monastery is very beautiful and peace full .

Palampur Tea Gardens :- 



Lush Green View of Palampur Tea Gardens 


Palampur in the Lap of Dhauladhar ranges.

Another beautiful  landscapes of  lush green tea gardens  in Palampur area is a tourist attractions on the confluence of plains and snow claded mountains .


Panoramic landscapes of Palampur Tea Gardens 

Palampur is known as tea capital of Northwest India which in combination of pine forests make it a evergreen hill station in the lap of Dhauladhar mountain ranges . The clear snowy water flowing streams and lush green tea gardens and pine forests make the valley a very busy tourist place . Due to the snow covered mountains the climate always remains charming .



Panoramic view y Palampur Village.


Palampur as a Tourist place

The name of the town is taken from the word Palam which means water . So  this water streams and snowy mountains make the Palampur a beautiful tourist place . Lacs of visit Palampur and surrounding areas throughout the year .


See the beauty of Palampur 

Tuesday, January 24, 2023

An Overview of Himachal Pradesh district Kangra Part XII, Tourist places in district Kangra , Continued

 An Overview of Himachal Pradesh district Kangra Part XII , Tourist places in district Kangra Continued :- 


Kangra is a district of Himachal Pradesh which has  numbers of tourist destinations  where you can find  heavy rush throughout the year . Thousands of tourists visit various tourist destinations here to see the nature and beauty of mountains in Himalayas which is giving life to the plains in the form of its waters , air and even power . Few more places of tourist importance are :- 

Mcleodganj  :-




Shakya Muni 

Mcleodganj is a very beautiful place just 9 Km from Dharmshala on a panoramic hill top  at an elevation of 2082 metres above mean sea level in between sky touching Deodar , oak and  Pine trees which offers amazing beauty to Mcleodganj and attractions for tourists .



Beautiful View of Mcleodganj Dharamshala district Kangra 

When ever you plan a trip don't  escape Mcleodganj from your list . Mcleodganj is also called " Little Lhasa " because of large numbers of Tibetan residing at Mcleodganj . 


Buddisht Temple , Tsuglagkhang complex at Mcleodganj 

The Tibetan government on exile is functioning from This beautiful place.  


Namgyal Monastery at Mcleodganj Dharamshala :- 


Shakyamuni 

This iconic Monastery of 14 th. Dalai Lama the spiritual leader of Tiebet also known as Namgyal Monastery is situated in Mcleodganj Dharamshala about 9 Km from Dharamshala district headquarters in district Kangra . It a very beautiful place to visit , it is very peaceful and you can have mental peace of you spend some time in this complex .



Namgyal Monastery Mcleodganj Dharamshala 

The Mcleodganj is an enchanting place in Dharamshala on Sidhbari road famous as mini Tibet of India also known as little Lhasa  .


Namgyal Monastery complex Mcleodganj Dharamshala 

Originally this Monastery was at Lhasa the capital Tiebet which foun it's new carnation in Dharamshala Himachal Pradesh .

The new name of this Monastery is Namgyal Tantric College known as " Dalai Lama Temple" This Monastery now functioning as a personal Monastery of 14 th. Dalai Lama named Tenzin Gyasto .



Namgyal Tantric College known as Dalai Lama Temple 

Near about 200 monks are working on  preserving rare skills , rituals and Tantric procedures and Buddhist inscriptions and culture which they have brought from Tibet .


In Namgyal Monastery 

Namgyal Monastery situated at an elevation of about 1700 metres above mean sea level on a beautiful hill top is hotspot tourist destination .




View Namgyal Monastery Mcleodganj Dharamshala 


Triund  Trek :-



Base camp Triund Trek 

Triund is a hill top alpine meadow situated at an altitude of about 2850 metres above mean sea level and about 9 Km from Mcleodganj  in district Kangra Himachal Pradesh . It is an excellent place for nature lovers from where you can have panoramic views of Dhauladhar mountain ranges , Dharamshala , Mcleodganj , Bhagsu village and Shivalik hills of Kangra .



Beautiful View of Triund Village 

The Triund Trek is one of the easiest hill treks which even  a beginner can easily complete . The trek starts from Mcleodganj and being easy one it is very popular among trekkers .


Triund Trek Passes through lush green forests .

The Triund can be completed in one day as it is easy one . After completing this trek some experienced trekkers goes further to Lahesh Cave which about 6Km from Triund at an altitude of 3500 metres above mean sea level.




Triund Trek Camping above 10000 feet 




View of Triund Trek 





From Lahesh Cave to Indarhar Pass which is situated at an elevation of about 4425 metres one has to cover a distance of about 8 to 9 Km . Laka glacier is at an altitude of 2895 metres above mean sea level . Few experienced trekkers like to go to Laka glacier after completing the Triund Trek .




Indarhar Pass Trek


 The Indrahar Pass is situated at an elevation of about 4425 metres above mean sea level on the boundary of district Kangra and Chamba in Himachal Pradesh .



The Indrahar Pass is connected with moderate to difficult Trek which starts from Dharamsha in district Kangra to Ground caves then Laka , Lahesh then to Indrahar Pass.




Trekking troups enjoy the panoramic views of Dhauladhar mountains , the beauty of lush green valleys , flora and fauna which is very much charming and appealing to visitors .







The Trek passes by the crystal blue water of lakes Mankiani and Kareri . The distance from Mclodganj to Indrahar Pass is about 31 Km . The descending from Indrahar Pass the trekking troups reach Chatty Parao about 12km journey then Kuarsi  about 15 Km journey then finally reach at Chamba via Machetar covering a distance of about 16Km . The nature is very charming .

Monday, January 23, 2023

An Overview of Himachal Pradesh district Kangra Part - XI , Tourist places in district Kangra , Continued

 An Overview of Himachal Pradesh district Kangra Part -XI , Tourist places in district Kangra , Continued .



View of HPCA Stadium Dharamshala 

Entire Kangra district is having panoramic landscapes  of mountains  ,valleys rivers lakes , Tea gardens , temples and historical Monuments which always say to the nature lovers , spiritual travellers , advanture seekers and causal holidays seekers that come to Kangra  , enjoy the beauty of nature and come again and again to repeat the experience you felt here . Few more desgio are :- 

Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium Dharamshala district Kangra  :-


This a very beautiful place where one can spend some time to enjoy the relaxing moments . The Cricket Stadium has been built by Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association in Dharamshala with a capacity of 23000 persons .




Another beautiful View of HPCA Stadium Dharamshala 

The HP CA Stadium is located in City of Dharamshala district Kangra it's picturesque vanue is unique one at an elevation of 1457 metres above mean sea level with snow claded Himalayas in the background . When ever you plan a trip to Kangra you must spend some time here to watch the beauty of nature here .

Kareri Lake :-- 




View of Frozen Lake 

One another beautiful destinations is Kareri Lake situated at an elevation of 2934 metres above mean sea level 9 Km in the North West of Dharamshala in the mountains of Dhauladhar .


Beautiful View of Kareri Lake 

Kareri Lake is a fresh water lake originated from the melting of ice , the best time to visit this lake is September to November . It also has picturesque landscape .




Beautiful View of Kareri Village 

During winters from December to March , April the Lake remains frozen . It is best destination for trekkers .


View of Kareri Lake 

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