Chamba is one of the several picturesque hill stations of Himachal Pradesh that serve as a perfect retreat from the bustling city life. The town nestles along the serene banks of River Ravi at the foothills of the Himalayas. Apart from its breathtaking natural beauty, Chamba is also renowned for its splendid architecture that is evident in several ancient monuments in and around the town. Come with India Holiday Packages on Chamba tours, Himachal Pradesh and explore these magnificent tourist attractions & excursions in Chamba.
Tourist Attractions in Chamba:
Laxmi Narayan Temple Complex
It is truly among the finest tourist attractions in Chamba. The complex encloses six magnificent temples built in the typical “shikhara” style that is prevalent in most temples of Chamba. A number of small temples are also present within the complex. The temples at the Laxmi Narayan Temple Complex display exquisite classical forms and brilliant architecture.
Hari Rai Temple
One of the very ancient temples of Chamba, it is among the largely visited Chamba tourist attractions. The temple was built in the 11th century and is dedicated to Lord Vishnu.
Besides the above two striking temples, there are a couple of other temples in Chamba that are equally worth a visit. Some of these are Chempavati Temple, Vajreshwari Temple, Sui Mata Temple and Chamunda Devi Temple. They also figure among the popular places to visit in Chamba.
Rangmahal
An ancient majestic palace that is truly an edifice of grandeur in the heart of the town. The palace reflects a beautiful blend of the colonial and Seracenic styles of architecture.
Akhand Chandi Palace The erstwhile abode of the royal family of Chamba, the palace was later refurbished into a college. However, one can still the exquisite architectural designs in place.
Bhuri Singh Museum
Among the largely visited tourist attractions in Chamba, the museum houses a wide variety of historic artifacts like copper plates, murals, doorways, costumes of the royal family, paintings, stone carvings et al. The museum got its name from the former ruler of Chamba, Raja Bhuri Singh.
St. Andrew’s Church
One of the best examples of colonial architecture, the church is built in stone and contains striking lancet windows. Though it dates back to nearly a century, the church seems untouched over time.
Excursions in Chamba:
Bharmour (65 km)
It is among the famous tourist attractions & excursions in Chamba and serves as a ‘summer residence’ of the nomadic community. The site encloses 84 striking temples that are perched at an altitude of nearly 2141 m and command attention of the visitors.
Manimahesh (83 km)
It is a famous pilgrimage site near Chamba and attracts devotees every year. The picturesque lake here is believed to have some association with Lord Shiva and is worshipped by pilgrims coming here in large numbers.
Chatrari (45 km)
The abode of Shakti Devi, it houses a temple devoted to the Goddess and is among the popular excursions from Chamba.
Khajjiar
It is the most beautiful excursion points near Chamba and is also the most frequented by tourists. Owing to its breathtaking natural beauty, Khajjiar (1960 m) is also popularly referred to as the “Switzerland of India”. Flanked with dense Deodar forests enveloped in snow and a serene lake at the heart of the woods, Khajjiar serves as an ideal picnic spot for visitors. The 12th century temple here devoted to Khajjinag is also a must visit. The temple houses huge striking images of the Pandavas built of wood.
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