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Palampur

Palampur

A well-known Himachal Pradesh town in the Kangra district, Palampur is surrounded by pine and deodar forests, tea gardens, and various streams.

Palampur, which is tucked between the magnificent Dhauladhar Ranges, is renowned for its tea plantations and superior grade tea. The English first became aware of Palampur, which quickly developed into a thriving town and a hub for trade and business. The Victorian-style houses and castles in this town are a lovely reflection of their presence there. The lovely fusion of elegant English style buildings and the scenic scenery reveal the traces of its illustrious past. One of the undiscovered locations, Palampur, offers travellers a charming and peaceful setting.

Places to visit in Palampur

Tashi Jong Monastery

The Tashi Jong Monastery serves as both a place of worship for Buddhists and a cosy residence for a number of Tibetan exiles. In addition to the primary temple, the compound includes a college for new students and a Tibetan restaurant.

Tea Gardens

The city of Palampur bragged of being the “Tea Capital of North-West India.” Visitors to Palampur can stop at these gardens to take in the lush green beauty of the area and to observe how effectively these gardens are managed.

Saurabh van Vihar

Visit this lovely park to spend some time relaxing and having fun amidst the lush foliage and mountainous surroundings. The park has water features, picnic areas, an open-air theatre for kids, and more.

Neughal Khad

This picturesque picnic area is 2 kilometres from the city and is a great place to enjoy and take in the beauty of nature. Additionally, there is a government-maintained Neugal cafe nearby.

Naam Art Gallery

Here, one can unwind and enjoy themselves while perusing a variety of works, including spiritual art. Prints are offered here for 400 INR and can be purchased by art collectors.

How to reach Palampur

Pathankot, 120 km away from Palampur, has the closest broad gauge railway station, and Maranda, 5 km away, has the closest narrow guage railway station. Taxis and buses are readily accessible for travel between locations.

How to travel by air to Palampur

The Gaggal airport, which is located 25 km away from Palampur, is the closest airport to that city. You can take a private taxi to Palampur from the Gaggal airport. You can also take a HRTC bus, which runs frequently between Gaggal and Palampur.

How to travel by road to Palampur

All of Himachal Pradesh’s major cities may be reached from Palampur easily. Direct buses are available from the capital city as well as Dharamshala, Manali, Kangra, and Chandigarh. Buses cost between INR 500 and INR 1000, depending on whether they are deluxe or non-deluxe.

How to travel by train to Palampur

Pathankot railway station is the one closest to Palampur. It is 90 kilometres away from Palampur. From Pathankot to Palampur, there are numerous buses and cabs that are available.

Palampur’s local transportation

The little settlement of Palampur can be traversed on foot. For about Rs. 700, you can hire a taxi to take you to the sites.

Best time to visit Palampur

Palampur, which is surrounded by mountains and lush vegetation, enjoys excellent weather all year long. Summers are pleasant when the temperature rises to barely 30 degrees. While the monsoons have light rain, the winters can occasionally be chilly with lows below zero. Therefore, the start of the summer season, between March and June, is the ideal time to visit Palampur. Early winter, which lasts from September to November, is also a lovely season.

Food Palampur

Palampur’s tourism industry is gradually growing, and there are many different cuisines to choose from. Food from Pahadis and Jains is almost ubiquitous. Numerous restaurants in this city also serve North Indian, Chinese, and continental cuisines. Apart from this, Palampur promotes the ingredients and tastes of regional cuisines. Sepu vadi, Bhatura, Chana Madra, Kaddu Ka Khatta, Chicken Anardana, Trout Fish, Sweet Rice, Patande, Momos, and Noodles are some of the locally favoured dishes.


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