Kangra Historical Day Tour from Dharamshala
Dharamshala, India
Trip Type: Day Trips
Duration: 7 hours
Kangra is a popular destination located at the meeting point of the Manjhi and Bener streams in Himachal Pradesh. Nestled in Kangra Valley between Dhauladhar Range and Shivalik Range, this city overlooks the Banganga stream. It is also commonly known as Dev Bhumi meaning the abode of the Gods. You will visit Masroor Rock Cut Temple, Kangra Fort, Mata Brajeshwari Temple and the local market.
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Kangra is a popular destination located at the meeting point of the Manjhi and Bener streams in Himachal Pradesh. Nestled in Kangra Valley between Dhauladhar Range and Shivalik Range, this city overlooks the Banganga stream. It is also commonly known as Dev Bhumi meaning the abode of the Gods. You will visit Masroor Rock Cut Temple, Kangra Fort, Mata Brajeshwari Temple and the local market.Our local guide will meet you at your hotel in Dharamshala and proceed to Masroor Rock Cut Temple. En-route driver pass the Kangra Valley and local village to experience the beauty of nature and local daily activities.
Masroor Rock Cut Temples are dedicated to Rama, Laxmana and Sita. The stone images of these gods from the time of Mahabharata are worshiped by Hindu devotees who come from everywhere around the world. The entire temple complex is situated on a hill and provides spectacular views of the terrains beyond. Premises of the rock cut temples also boast of a rectangular water pond, which is considered equally auspicious by devotees. Spectacular views of the snow peaked Dhauladhar Range mesmerize devotees. Later on visit Kangra Fort that was built by the royal family of Kangra (The Katoch Dynasty), which traces its origins to the ancient Trigarta Kingdom, mentioned in the Mahabharata epic. It is the largest fort in the Himalayas and probably the oldest dated fort in India.
After the fort your guide will take you to a local restaurant to enjoy some delicious Indian food. After lunch proceed to Mata Brajeshwari Temple. The temple as one of the 52 Shakti Peethas is reminisced for its great wealth even today and has experienced many serious incoming of attacks. Later explore the local market in Kangra and enjoy some time for shopping. When the tour ends, you will be taken back to your hotel.
Masroor Rock Cut Temples are dedicated to Rama, Laxmana and Sita. The stone images of these gods from the time of Mahabharata are worshiped by Hindu devotees who come from everywhere around the world. The entire temple complex is situated on a hill and provides spectacular views of the terrains beyond. Premises of the rock cut temples also boast of a rectangular water pond, which is considered equally auspicious by devotees. Spectacular views of the snow peaked Dhauladhar Range mesmerize devotees. Later on visit Kangra Fort that was built by the royal family of Kangra (The Katoch Dynasty), which traces its origins to the ancient Trigarta Kingdom, mentioned in the Mahabharata epic. It is the largest fort in the Himalayas and probably the oldest dated fort in India.
After the fort your guide will take you to a local restaurant to enjoy some delicious Indian food. After lunch proceed to Mata Brajeshwari Temple. The temple as one of the 52 Shakti Peethas is reminisced for its great wealth even today and has experienced many serious incoming of attacks. Later explore the local market in Kangra and enjoy some time for shopping. When the tour ends, you will be taken back to your hotel.
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