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General Information
The town of Chamba, the district headquarter of Chamba district is situated in the western Himalayas on the right bank of the Ravi river valley between Dhauladhar and Zanskar ranges south of the inner Himalayas. This town was founded by Raja Sahil Varman when he conquered the lower Rani valley from the petty chiefs called Ranas and Thakurs in the beginning of 10th Century. The slippers made in Chamba are exceptionally comfortable and light. They are made of leather and are ideal for walking or hiking in the mountains. One can get them as plain or decorated in embroidered Lantana flowers, leaves and designs. New and different kinds of designs are used today to make decorative leather shoes, slippers, socks, belts, etc.

Facts and Figure :

Area Altitude Temperature Language STD Code Best Time Of Visit

6522 Sq. Kms. 996 mtrs above sea level. Maximum 36oC in summer and Minimum 0oC in winter Hindi English and Himachali 018992 March To June & Sept. to October

Chamba Sightseeing :
»Bhuri Singh Museum
»Bharmaur
»Killar
»Katasan Devi Temple
»Harirai Temple
»Sarol
»Chamunda Devi Temple
»Bhandal Valley
»Pangi
»Lakshminarayan Temple
»Sui Mata Temple
»Chaugan

How to Reach Chamba :
Air : Chamba is not connected directly by Air. The nearest airport is at Gaggal (Dist. Kangra). From Gaggal to Chamba transportation is easily available.

Rail :The nearest railway-station is Chakki-Bank and Pathankot. From where regular bus service is available.

Road : Well connected with the Link of Dalhousie and of mazor cities of India.