PALAMPUR

SITUATED IN: HIMACHAL PRADESH (INDIA)

Palampur is the tea capital of northwest India. Set on the rising slopes of Kangra Valley before they merge with the Dauladhar ranges. But tea is just one aspect that makes Palampur a special resort. Abundance of water and proximity to the mountains has endowed it with mild climate.
This hill station is not only known for its numerous tea gardens and paddy fields but it also known for its colonial architecture and temples. Palampur and places around it are popular for adventure sports like hang-gliding and trekking.      

PRIME ATTRACTIONS OF PALAMPUR

Taragarh Palace Hotel
Now called Taragarh after Maharani Tara Devi, of the princely state of Jammu and Kashmir, who became its subsequent owners, this is a splendid art-deco mansion set amidst large grounds.
Al-Hilal
A few kilometres from the city of Palampur is Al-Hilal, a place of unparalleled charm. During the conquests of Kangra by Maharaja Renjit Singh, this place was a military bastion.
One of the most remarkable monuments of the Beas Valley is the temple of Baijnath. The village of Baijnath is situated 23-miles east of Nagarkot.

Close to the temple of Bundelmata temple, is this 300-metre-wide chasm through which the Neugal stream flows.

The cooperative society tea factory provides an insight to the processing of Kangra Tea.


Walk through tea gardens and open fields or drive to reach this temple built about five centuries ago.
Excursions from Palampur

(25Km.)
Not far from Dharamsala is the famous temple of Chamunda Devi. It is an enchanting spot with glorious views of the mountains, the Baner Khud, Pathiar and Lahla forests. 15-km from Dharamshala a tiny village of Dadh on Palampur road is the famous temple dedicated to Goddess Chamunda Devi.

(13Km.)
Situated 13-km away from the town, Gopalpur consists of a mini zoo.

MODES OF TRANSPORT
Palampur does not have an airport or railway station. The nearest railway station is at Maranda, which is 2-km from Palampur and on the narrow-gauge line between Pathankot and Joginder Nagar. The main bus station is located 1-km south of the main Bazaar. There is frequent bus service from Palampur to Dharamshala, Mandi, and Pathankot. Travelers can also make use of taxis to travel to these towns from Palampur.      

BEST HOTELS

• WELCOME HERITAGE TARAGARH PALACE
•  SILVER OAKS MOUNTAIN RESORT
• VISHAL RESIDENCY HOTEL
• COUNTRY COTTAGE

BEST PLACES FOR FOODIE'S

For quick bites like chats, pakoras and paranthas : TAJ
For those interested in savouring Chinese, Indian and Continental cuisines : HOTEL SURBHI
The only bar-cum restaurant in Palampur, serving special Pahari cuisine, Jain foods and vegetarian
items : HOTEL SAI GARDENS     

SHOPPING
While in Palampur, the aromatic Kangra tea is the most popular shopping item. There is no market place per say, but the streets are lined with shops selling Tibetan handicrafts, carpets, local handiwork and wooden souvenirs.

 

CURRENCY : INR (INDIAN RUPEES)

BEST TIME TO VISIT PALAMPUR
Mar - Jun, Sep - Dec
Weather: Summer 8 to 30°C, Winter -10 to 10°C

SO ENJOY YOUR TRIP TO PALAMPUR AND SEE YOUR DREAM COME TRUE TO VISIT  ONE OF THE  HILL STATIONS !!!!




          

"To sit in the shade on a fine day and look upon the verdant green hills is the most perfect refreshment." - Jane Austen.

 Coorg is known as 'The Scotland of India'. With its rolling emerald hills, babbling mountain brooks, aromatic coffee estates, enthralling orange tree plantations, its renowned cuisine and friendly people, it is a place that is deemed as the perfect getaway. The valley with its rich fertile soil is a heaven for crops like spices, rubber, teak, vanilla etc. The natural forests of Coorg are known for its thick foliage and greenery.

SITUATED IN : Historically known as Kodagu, it is situated on the Western Ghats of southwestern Karnataka (INDIA).

HOW TO REACH COORG :
BY AIR : The Mysore and Mangalore airports located at a distance of 120kms and 135 kms respectively provide smooth aerial connection.A private taxi,bus or car can be hired from these places to reach Coorg.

BY ROAD : Travelling by road provides the opportunity to relish the breathtaking scenary wholeheartedly.
Hassan (115 km)
Mysore (120 km)
Mangalore (135 km)
Bengaluru (250 km)

BY TRAIN : The nearest railhead from Coorg is Mysore, which is 55kms in distance. It takes two and half hour drive from the place to reach the hill station.

PLACES TO VISIT :

Madikeri Fort The majestic fort was initially built of mud.It was then replaced by a concrete stone by the mighty ruler Tipu Sultan.The walls of the fort still preserves the palace of the Lingayat rulers.

Raja's Seat A popular place of the earlier rulers as it used to offer breathtaking views of the sunset,surrounding dills and verdant fields.Today this place has taken the shape of a lovely public garden and serves as a perfect gateway for the tourists to enjoy the scenic views.

Omkareshwara Temple This 200 years old temple is a beautiful fusion of Islamic and Gothic styles of architecture.

 Abbey Falls
A charming picnic spot, Abbey Falls is situated 8kms away from Madikeri.

WILDLIFE SAFARI

"The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated." - Mahatma Gandhi

•  NAGARHOLE WILDLIFE SAFARI
• WAYANAD WILDLIFE SAFARI

RAFTING POINT

Best time to Visit : September to March
Summer Temperature : Minimum: 25°C; Maximum: 35°C
Winter Temperature: Minimum : 9°C; Maximum: 20°C
Ideal time to relish the seasonal waterfalls :July to September
Best time to enjoy the aroma of coffee : April-May
Ideal time for undertaking short trips : October to May

MODE OF TRANSPORT:

1.  AIR: Cochin International Airport (75 km) and Trivandrum International Airport (150 km) are the closest to Alleppey. From there Alleppey can be reached by taxis. Trivandrum and Cochin are well connected to major cities in India.
2. RAIL: Alleppey is connected by trains plying between Cochin and Trivandrum.
3. ROAD: Alleppey is well connected by road. NH 47 passes through Alleppey.

ACCOMODATION:

* GREEN PALACE HEALTH RESORT: Located near to the Ambalapuzha, this heritage property is located on the banks of River Pookitha, and is 20 minutes drive from Alleppey City by road.

* COIR VILLAGE LAKE RESORT: Coir Village Lake Resort is an exquisite resort is situated at Thrikunnapuzha, a small island lying along the backwaters of Alleppey and Kollam.

* LAKE PALACE RESORT: Each cottage features cozy lounge with mini bar, fridge, television, king size bedroom, en suite bathroom with hot & cold running water, 24 hrs room service etc. 
  
 FOODIE'S JUNCTION: Arun is a popular restaurant which serves good quality Indian veg and Chinese food.


Aryaas, on Mullakal Rd & Kollam Rd, is another decent venue to enjoy economically priced South India delicacies like 'dosas'.


You can also visit Vijaya Restaurant on Jetty Rd, for good South Indian veg varieties.


There are two outlets of Indian Coffee House at Alappuzha - one on Mullakal Rd and the other near the hospital. These places offer decent meals at cheap rates.


MUST READ FOR SHOPAHOLICS:
 Alleppey is popular for its coir industry, spices, especially pepper, areca nut. Shops in Alleppey have sold the best quality spices and fresh coconut oil. All the shops of this market are fulfilled with sandalwood, along with carved knives, bronze, combs, muslin, toys, clothes, copper wares and wood carvings. St George Seemati Store in Alleppey is famous for wide varieties of gold-bordered saris at reasonable prices. Coconut oil, areca nut, cardamom and sugar are famous brand of the Mullackal Shopping spot. This market is also well-known for lime, jasmine and sandalwood products.