When is the best time to visit Kangra?

The best time to visit is from October to March for pleasant weather and to attend festivals like Navratri.

How can I reach Kangra?

Kangra is accessible by air via Kangra Airport, by train via Kangra Mandir and Kangra railway stations, and by road via NH 154 and NH 503.

What are the local specialties of Kangra?

Local specialties include Sidu, a wheat flour bread, and Channa Madra, a dish made with chickpeas and yogurt gravy.

Kangra

Himachal Pradesh

Kangra is a scenic town in the Himalayas, known for its rich cultural heritage, historical temples, and breathtaking natural beauty. It is home to several significant Hindu temples and is a major pilgrimage site.

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Temples in Kangra

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Tara Devi Temple

Bagalamukhi Temple, Bankhandi

Shri Chamunda Devi Temple

Ashapuri Mata Temple

Jayanti Devi Mandir

Radhe Krishna Temple of Baroh

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How to Reach Kangra

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Reach by Air

Nearest airport is Kangra Airport (also known as Gaggal Airport), located about 9 kilometers from the Bajreshwari Mata Temple.

Reach by Train

Kangra Mandir and Kangra railway stations are the closest, approximately 3 kilometers from the Bajreshwari Mata Temple.

Reach by Road

Local buses, taxis, and auto-rickshaws are available for short-distance travel.

Historical Timeline

"• 7th-8th Century - Construction of the Masroor Temples. • 12th Century - Construction of the Baijnath Temple. • 1905 - Bajreshwari Mata Temple destroyed by an earthquake. • 1920 - Rebuilding of the Bajreshwari Mata Temple."

Bhagwan in Kangra

Bhagwan associated to Kangra and whose famous temples and sthal are there in Kangra

Goddess Bagalamukhi

Goddess Ashapura Maa

Frequently Asked Questions

The Bajreshwari Mata Temple, Baijnath Temple, and Masroor Temples are the major attractions.