Sangla Valley
The poetic beauty of the Sangla Valley is not only breath taking in all its glory, but also mesmerizing in its loveliness. As you traverse the valley, you will initially be greeted with slopes covered with bhojpatra, cedar, and chilgoza pine trees. This landscape stretches for around 18 km before opening up and widening into a majestic basin. Numerous villages dot the valley, so pretty that they look straight out of a picture postcard. Orchards of apple and apricot also grace the landscape, lending it a truly heavenly charm. This valley is truly a magical piece of God's Earth. |
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Paragpur
The retreat of Judges Court in Paragpur is a 300 year ancestral home that has now been restored and serves as a superlative heritage hotel set in a truly amazing setting. This spectacular site is just 425 kms from Delhi and is situated at an altitude of 1800 mts in the picturesque Kangra Valley. Enjoy swimming and angling on the on River Beas or take in the fabulous sights and sounds of an area abounding in the most vivid of flora and fauna. Partake of the excellent cuisine made with the use of fresh produce from the estates own gardens and orchards and indulge in horse riding. You can also take one of the day excursions to the Dharamsala (60 kms), McLeoudganj (home to the Dalai Lama), or visit the mighty Kangra Fort. This quaint resort has a charm of its own and is sure to enchant you. |
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Palampur
Situated 530 kms away from Delhi in the Kangra Valley Taragarh Palace is a large Eurpoean - style summer residence built by the Sultan of Bahawalpur in 1931. This heritage hotel located on a 15 acre wooded estate and bound by picturesque tea gardens of the Kangra Valley and adorned with a lush gardens and a glass pavilion. There are numerous treks that one can begin from here to discover the picture perfect valley. The home of the Dalai Lama at Dharamsala is close by and you can also visit the Tashijong monastery which gives one an incredible view of the Kangra Valley. Temples like the Baijnath, Jwalamukhi and the Chamunda Devi are a treat for those interested in the culture of the region. In addition to these the location also provides for some of the best places for hang gliding. |
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