kangra Hill Station
| Fast facts - | One of the well known hill stations in India, Kangra is located in the eastern part of the state of Himachal Pradesh. |
| Did you know - | Kangra in Himachal Pradesh is spread over an area of 55,673 square Kms. It is surrounded by hills on all sides. |
| Must do - | Visit the popular tourist spots like Mannuni Lake, Gopalpur Zoo, Nurpur Fort, Chamunda Devi temple. |
One of the well known hill stations in India, Kangra is located in the eastern part of the state of Himachal Pradesh. It is known for its scenic beauty and idyllic surroundings. Every year, thousands of tourists come to Kangra to spend some time in the midst of beautiful natural surroundings.
Kangra in Himachal Pradesh is spread over an area of 55,673 square Kms. It is surrounded by hills on all sides. The River Beas flows through the town. The town is located at an altitude of 2404 feet and has a sprawling vegetation of Sal, pine, eucalyptus and rhododendron trees. The town was also known as Nagarkot in the ancient times.
The ideal time for traveling to Kangra is between the months of March and October when the weather is pleasant. Being a hill station, the town experiences mild climate all over the year. The summer months are pleasant and mild while the winter months are cold.
Kangra, Himachal Pradesh is visited by hundreds of tourists. The scenic beauty and idyllic charm of the place add to its charm. There are a number of tourist attractions in Kangra which travelers should visit. They are:
- Mannuni Lake
- Gopalpur Zoo
- Nurpur Fort
- Kangra Fort
- Chamunda Devi temple
- Brijeshwari Devi temple
- Jawalaji Temple
Tourists can choose their suitable accommodation from a wide variety of hotels in Kangra according to their budget, requirements and tastes. Kangra consists of first class hotels, middle range hotels as well as economy and budget hotels.
Kangra can be easily reached from various parts of the country. The nearest airport is at the city of Dharamsala. Road transport is also well developed and the city is connected with other major cities like Chandigarh, Delhi, Dalhousie, Nainital, Jammu and other places.
