Palampur

Of Snow-Capped Mountains, Pine Trees, and Tea Fields

This popular Himachal Pradesh town located in the Kangra district is surrounded by thousands of tea gardens and stunning deodar forests. Palampur was a part of a local Sikh kingdom that later caught the attention of the English and became a hub for trade and commerce. Their presence can be seen in the form of magnificent Victorian-style estates and castles. Driving along the scenic beauty of the Dhauladhar range and the Kangra valley slopes makes for an unforgettable experience.

Reasons to visit Palampur

Tashi Jong Monastery

The monastery serves as a place of worship for Buddhists and a safe haven for Tibetan refugees.

Tea Plantations

Explore plantations in the 'Tea Capital of North-West India' and enjoy your chai with a view.

Paragliding

Adventure abound with "The Paragliding Capital of India" located less than an hour away.

Best time to visit

9°C - 26°C

Mar-Jun

11°C - 23°C

Sep-Nov

March-June: Summers are a great time to visit Palampur as the weather is mostly pleasant. Set in the Dhauladhar range, Palampur is the perfect escape from the scorching heat of the city life.

September-November: Early winters, from September to November, are also pleasant months. Winters in Palampur are chilly, but if you're looking for an adventure, this is the ideal time to visit.

How to reach?

By Air

Gaggal airport, the nearest airport to Palampur, is located 25 kilometres away. You can take a private taxi from Gaggal airport to Palampur. You can also take a HRTC bus from Gaggal to Palampur, which is easily accessible.

By Train

Pathankot railway station is the nearest railway station to Palampur, at a distance of 90 km from the city. A number of buses and taxis are available from Pathankot to Palampur.

By Bus

Palampur is well-connected to various major cities like Delhi, Amritsar, Chandigarh, Jaipur via HRTC and private buses. Regular buses ply to Palampur from these cities.