ABOUT THE PLACE

Tucked inside the Kangra Valley of Himachal Pradesh, Palampur's invigorating climate and splendid natural scenery make it a very pleasant little town. A profusion of natural beauty is the town's sole attraction. There are some old tea plantations around. Take a walk down to the Bundla chasm, just outside the town, where a waterfalls plunges into the Bundla stream. With appropriate arrangements (to be made through trekking agencies at McLeodganj, 40 km away) you can go from Palampur to Holi via the Waru Pass – but it is not a soft trek. Palampur is 30 km from Dharamsala.

HOW TO REACH

There are regular buses from Dharamsala, Mandi and Pathankot. The nearest railhead is at Maranda, 2 km away which is on the narrow gauge train route connecting Pathankot and Jogindernagar.

BEST TIME TO VISIT

The climate is pleasant round the year except for the monsoon period between July and August. Spring and autumn are the best seasons.

ACCOMMODATION

T-Bud
Himachal Pradesh Tourism
Tel: (01894) 231298

Hotel Highland Regency
Tel: (01894) 31222
Rent: Ten double-bedrooms cost Rs. 50–500/- each.

Hotel Sawhney
Tel: (01894) 30888, 32555
Rent: 16 double-bedrooms cost Rs. 170–500/- each.

Hotel Pines
Tel: (01894) 32633
Rent: Rs. 100–300/-


CONTACT INFORMATION

Tourist Information Centre
Himachal Pradesh Tourism
Dharamsala


TRAVEL TIPS CONTACT INFORMATION

Tourist Information Centre
Himachal Pradesh Tourism
Dharamsala
Tel: (01892) 23107

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