Explore the Beauty of Palampur

The beautiful destination of Palampur is popular in the name of ‘Tea Capital of North India’. This picturesque hill station of Himachal Pradesh is located in the valley of Kangra.  This hill station got its name from the word Pulum meaning abundant water. This place is also well known for its tea plantation, pleasing atmosphere and the exotic view of the snow covered Dhauladhar ranges. Tourists in large number visit this destination especially during the summer season. This hill station also acts the house of some of the tallest deodar trees of India.

Here in Palampur the visitors will get the chance to experience some popular adventure sports. The popular Baijnath-Manali trek pass passes through this hill station. Trekking can be enjoyed at the best during May to October. It is one of the amazing Trekking Places in Himachal.

Dr. Jameson is the man behind the starting of tea plantation in this town of Palampur. We will suggest you to definitely try out Jhol which is a very popular drink of Palampur made out of Rice.

As per History of this place, earlier this place was popular in the name of Trigarta and was ruled by Jalandar Kings. Palampur is also very well known for its beautiful temples as well as buildings which were built during the Colonial period. Some of the popular places to visit in Palampur includes: Baijnath Temple dedicated to lord Shiva, Chamunda Devi Temple dedicated to one incarnation of goddess Parvati, Naam Art Gallery, Brajeshwari Temple, Bundla Mata mandir, Jaghini Mata temple, Bharkudi and Sardar Sobha Singh's art gallery.

While visiting Palampur dont forget to buy at least a pack of Kangra tea from tea shops for which this place is so popular. This tea smells really good and offers a very good flavor. There are many hotels available in this hill station for offering good accommodation facilities to the tourists. Palampur is definitely a best Tourist Places in Himachal.