Khajjiar
Travel Information
 Often
called India's Switzerland, the exquisite glade of Khajjiar (1960m)
has a circumference of about 5km. Along its fringes, thick forests
of deodar climb the slopes, the snow-line rests above these woods
and in the centre of the glade, is a small lake fed by streams that
traverse the green carpet. At Khajjiar there is a 12th century temple
dedicated to Khajjing. Within the temple are lifesize wooden images
of the five Pandav brothers.
How to Get There
Khajjiar is connected by road and is 26 km from Dalhousies and 24km
from Chamba. It is 520 km from Delhi. The closest railhead is at
Pathankot, 120km away. The airport at Gaggal in Kangra is at a distance
of 180 km. Taxies and buses are availabel from these places.
Climate
In winter, the temperature hovers around freezing point with snowfalls,
heavy woollens are required. In summer, the climate is mild and
light woollens/cottons are recommended.
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