Khajjiar Sightseeing Tour
Khajjiar is a famous hill station in Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India, located 24 km from Dalhousie. Khajjiar is a small town near Dalhousie, Know as the name of 'mini-Switzerland of India. Khajjiar provides tourists a unique combination of forests, lakes, and snow covered mountains. Khajjiar is a nature lover’s heaven with some incredible tourist places in and around it. The mesmerizing beauty of this place has greatly influenced and inspired many kingdoms throughout the years. Located at an altitude of 6,500 feet, the natural beauty and picturesque landscape of this place are bound to leave an everlasting impression on a tourist. Khajjiar is known for its nine-hole golf-course which is nestled in the midst of lush greenery. Khajjiar is surrounded by green meadows and dense forests. This is the best place for adventure lovers and has a lot of options in adventure sports like paragliding, horse riding, zorbing, trekking, etc. Khajjiar is a must visit place for everyone coming to Dalhousie and its nearby regions. In winter months the way to Khajjiar can be closed during heavy snowfall. There have many places to visit in Khajjiar that are perfect for a day-long exploration trip. Here’s a list of places that can be visited in and around Khajjiar on a laidback vacation in the mountains of Himachal.
Location
Khajjiar is located in the northern region of India, a part of the state of Himachal Pradesh. It is an altitude of 1951 m above sea level. Khajjiar is 24 km from Chamba and 22 km from Dalhousie. The climate of Khajjiar is cool and full of natural beauty. Summers (April-June) are mild and winters (November-February) are cold, Monsoon rains in July-September.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Khajjiar is between March and June
History
The history of Khajjiar is linked to the rulers of Chamba. The Rajput rulers ruled Chamba valley in the 6th century and made it their capital city. This region became the part of the Mughal Empire in the medieval period and later came under various Sikh kingdoms. Finally, it was taken over by the British. 15th April 1948, it became a part of the state of Himachal Pradesh
Tourists Attractions
Khajjiar is a small beautiful place in between tall deodar trees. This emerald opening amidst the woods has a small pond at its center. Khajinag temple is a small shrine dedicated to the local Goddess or the Devi. This temple is also known as the Golden Devi temple. Pilgrims visiting the Chamba valley often come to this temple. A nine-hole golf course is an added attraction at Khajjiar.
How to Reach
By Road - Khajjiar can only be reached by road. It is well connected with other towns in the Chamba valley. Buses from Chamba to Dalhousie are regularly running in per (1½ hour) and stop at this picnic spot. Also, hire a taxi from Dalhousie or Chamba to reach here.
OTHERS FAMOUS PLACES IN DALHOUSIE
