Things to do in Palampur for Picture Perfect Peaceful Vacay

A picnic spot located 2 km away from town, this is a beautiful place where one can enjoy and marvel at nature's beauty. There is a Neugal cafe here too which is maintained by the government. The spot boasts of utter tranquility and peace and you can come here to unwind or to reflect.

One of the prime things to do in Palampur is visiting the Tashi Jong Monastery. The Tashi Jong Monastery is not just a centre for worship for Buddhists but is also the homely abode of various Tibetan refugees. The complex has a college for freshers and a Tibetan restaurant besides the main shrine. This place has been inhabited by Tibetan for many years now, and has a quaint serenity about it. Tibetan artifacts are also sold in the crafts emporium and these are ideal for tourists to buy as souvenirs.

Palampur is rightly known as the Tea Capital of Northern India and is famous all across the country for its vast spreads of lush tea gardens, which are the chief attraction of the town. The tea gardens of Palampur are the perfect place to witness the vast tea gardens and the tea making process in great detail. Stepping into these lush green gardens makes you feel as if you have stepped into a dream world altogether, and the divine fragrance transforms you into heaven. Visiting the tea gardens is one of the top touristy things to do in Palampur.

The Saurabh Van Vihar is a nature park that has been built in dedication of the brave and valiant soldier Saurabh Kalia, who was a martyr in the Kargil War. This beautiful and scenic tourist attraction is located on the banks of the snow-fed Neugel Khad in the village of Kwat and is spread over a total area of 13 kilometres. The nature park offers a panoramic view of the Dhauladhar Range and is home to a wide variety of plants, trees and birds, which add to the beauty of the park and attract nature lovers from all across. Coming here for a day picnic is one of the topmost things to do in Palampur.

Andretta Pottery is a beautiful concept which was started by Mansimran Singh in 1983. The idea was to teach clay pottery-making and designing to interested candidates for a fee, with an opportunity to undertake this course while living in the Dhauladhar Himalayas in the Kangra District. This one is definitely for the bucket list!

One of the most beautiful built temples in the Kangra Valley, the Shiva Temple of a splendid architectural design which resembles that of the Jagannath temple in Puri. It is believed that it was here that Raavan worshipped Lord Shiva to attain immortality. The artistic brilliance with which this structure was designed blended with the religious significance of this place makes it a must visit for all devotees and tourists and visiting here is one of the top things to do in Palampur.

One of the most popular things to do in Palampur is to shop for the famous Kangra tea. There are several shops in town where you can purchase tea to take back home with you. You can also shop for Tibetan handicrafts, Thangka paintings, carpets, woolens etc. Market browsing is one of the best activities in town.

One can spend some relaxed and enjoyable time here, looking around at a number of works as well spiritual art works. Those interested in collecting art can buy some prints available here at a price of INR 400. If you are an art connoisseur, be sure to include visiting here in your bucket list of things to do in Palampur.

The Norbulingka Institute is a centre for practicing and fostering Tibetan art and crafts. The structure itself is a fine specimen of Tibetan style of architecture and design. The Losel Doll Museum here, tends to be one of the favorites here, which has beautiful dolls depicting the Tibetan cultures and livelihoods.

Chamunda Devi Temple is situated on the banks of river Baner in Palampur. Enshrined by Goddess Chamundeshwari, the temple has a beautiful pond inside the premises. The temple has engravings from the scenes of Mahabharat and Ramayana. Set amidst a gorgeous view of the mountains and the river, the temple is visited by devotees and tourists alike.

Far off from the hustle and bustle of cities, a trek to Triund offers you an escape into the_majestic Himalayas. It is a place perfect for trekking with amazing trails offering scenic views of the entire Kangra Valley. A trek to Triund is short and simple. It can be done from either McLeodganj or Dharamkot or Palampur. The first half of the trek is a gradually inclined walk with the last 2 km from Snowline Cafe which involves a vertical climb all the way till Triund. The evening sky from Triund is a sight in itself and is a good excuse for camping here at night.

One of the most popular attractions in Palampur is experiencing a toy train ride which is also designated as the UNESCO World Heritage Site. The train commutes between Palampur and Pathankot and takes you on a hilly ride amidst lush green forests, shimmering waterfalls and across meandering rivers. While you will definitely enjoy the picturesque vistas enroute, you will also cross rural villages and can witness the rural way of living in the hills.