🏔️ Top Places to Visit in Kangra
Town
Dharamshala & McLeod Ganj (धर्मशाला व मैक्लोडगंज)
Residence of His Holiness Dalai Lama and Tibetan culture hub.
Town
Kangra Fort (कांगड़ा किला)
Oldest planned fort in India dating back to the Trigarta kingdom.
Viewpoint
Bir Billing (बीर बिलिंग)
World’s 2nd highest paragliding takeoff point and Tibetan monasteries.
Town
Palampur Tea Estates (पालमपुर चाय बागान)
Scenic valley lined with pine woods and lush tea gardens.
Temple
Masrur Rock Cut Temples (मसरूर रॉक कट मंदिर)
8th-century monolithic rock-cut temples, often called Himalayan Ellora.
🏡 Verified Hotels, Resorts & Homestays
Hotel
HPTDC Hotel Dhauladhar
📍 Dharamshala
Homestay
Norbulingka Guest House
📍 Sidhhpur, Dharamshala
Camp
Bir Paragliding Eco Camps
📍 Billing
🛕 Temples & Sacred Heritage
🍲 Traditional Himachali Food & Delicacies
Taste authentic Himachali Dham, Siddu with pure cow ghee, and mountain delicacies crafted by generational artisans.
🎁 Local Handicrafts, Woolens & Produce
🎪 Historic Fairs & Cultural Festivals
🧗 Adventure, Treks & Outdoor Sports
🚗 How to Reach Kangra (Transport & Connectivity)
✈️ By Air
Kangra Airport at Gaggal (12 km from Dharamshala) with daily flights to Delhi.
🚂 By Rail
Kangra Valley Toy Train links Pathankot to Joginder Nagar via Kangra.
🚌 By Road
Well linked by 4-lane highways from Pathankot, Jalandhar, and Chandigarh.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time to visit Kangra?
September – June. Make sure to book homestays in advance during peak periods.
How does CSC Himachal assist travelers and citizens in Kangra?
CSC Himachal provides verified local homestay contacts, itinerary consultation, authentic GI-tagged handicrafts ordering, as well as digital citizen form filing for revenue, certificates, and student exams.
Where is CSC Himachal's regional office located?
Main Bazar Matiana, Tehsil Theog, District Shimla, Himachal Pradesh - 171212. Helpline: +91-8219086346.