Saturday 11 May 2013

Chamba

This hill town of Chamba was founded by Raja Sahil Varman in 920 AD. By the side of Ravi river this town is located at a height of 1000 meter. This old town has many temples and the town is surrounded by high hills. On arrival from Khajjiar this town is clearly visible from a height. Distance of Pathankot to Chamba is 118 KM via Banikhet
Distance of Shimla to Chamba is 378 KM
Distance of Dharamsala to Chamba is 169 KM via Lahru
Distance of Dalhousie to Chamba is 41 KM

Famous of Kangra, Basholi, Chamba painting and rare artifacts

There are many temples located inside the heritage area of Chamba. Some of the temples are Hari Rai Temple dedicated towards Vishnu, 10th century Laxmi Narayan temple, Chamunda temple, Rang Mahal,

St Andrew's Church

This stone constructed church is 100 years old.

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