Situated on the left bank of river Beat at an altitude of 1851m, above sea level Naggar - an ancient town commands an extensive views, especially of the north west of the valley. Naggar was the former capital of Kullu about 1460 years. It was founded by Raja Visudhpal and continued as the headquarters of the State until the capital was transferred to Sultanpur (Kullu) by Jagat Singh probably by 1460 A.D. today this ancient and beautiful place is a popular tourist spot in the Kullu valley which has many legends and attractions.

Raison (13km) by the banks of the Beas = and on the Kullu - Manali highway - Himachal Tourism runs an adventure and camping site.

How to get There :

By road the distance from Kullu is 26 and Manali is 12 km. The airport is at Bhuntar (Kullu) 36 km.

Climate :
In winters heavy woollens are recommended and in summers the temperature is pleasant and cottons are suggested.

Places of Interest in And Around Naggar

Jagatipatt Temple :
In the upper courtyard of the castle there is a tiny templel -a small square structure which contains " Jagtipatt" a slab of stone measuring 5' x 8 x 6' which is said to have been brought from a place near Vashisht. This is also a place for meeting of local deities of Kullu.

Nicholas Roerioh Art Gallery:
Prof. Late Nicholas Roerich a reputed artist had chossenNaggar as his residence when he came to India in1929. the house has now been converted in an art gallery which houses many numbers of rare paintings of Roerich and other specimen of art. The gallery is open for visitors.

Gauri Shankar Temple :
At the foot of smalll bazar below the Castle is the Gauri Shankar temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. There is a charming. Example of architecture and carving of its particular period. Now a protected monument.

Tripura Sundri Temples :
This pagoda shaped wooden temple is situated in the upper part of the village. This is also a rare examples of architecture.