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Chamba Travel Guide
Chamba: Chamba town (915 mt.) stands on the right bank of the river Ravi. As a former princely state, Chamba is one of the oldest in the country and dates back to the sixth century. It is well known for its splendid architecture and as the base for numerous excursions.
Chamba is also a district headquarters.
classical forms.
important shrines are- Chempavati, Vajreshwari, Sui Mata and Chamunda Devi.
Much of the original craftsmanship can still be seen.
and stone carvings.
It is also the summer home of the nomadic Giddy people.
glade, is a small lake fed by streams that traverse the green carpet. At Khajjiar there is a 12th century temple dedicated to Khajjinag. Within the temple are life-size wooden images of the five Pandava brothers.
By Road : Chamba is connected by road and is 580 km from Delhi. It is 24 km from Khajjiar (Khajiar) and from Dalhousie via Khajjiar, the distance is 56 km.
By Air : The airport at Gaggal in Kangra is at a distance of 170 km. Taxis / buses are available from these places.
It is hot in summer – upto 38° C and cottons are recommended