Trip Around Chamba
¤ Katasan Devi Temple
About 30km from Chamba, this temple is a popular spot for pilgrims
which also offers great views of the charming Chamba valley.
¤ Sarol
 An
interesting place for picnics, Sarol is only about 11km away from the
town centre. It has lovely landscaped gardens, a sheep breeding centre
and an aviary.
¤ Jhamwar
Located amidst dense forests, Jhamwar is noted for its apple orchards
(10km).
¤ Saho
Situated on a high plateau on the banks of the river Sal, it is famous
for the temple dedicated to Lord Chandrashekhar (who is none but Shiva
– the Destroyer – wearing his moon crown). Saho is about
20km from Chamba.
¤ Salooni
About 56km from Chamba, lies Salooni (1,829m) which offers
breathtaking views of the snow-capped ranges.
¤ Bhandal Valley
Just 22 km from Salooni is the beautiful Bhandal Valley (1,730m)
with its wealth of wildlife. It is the western extremity of the state.
A route from here via Langhera takes you to Kishtwar (in the Kashmir
Valley). With a rest house, the desolate Bhandal makes for a very
different kind of retreat.
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