India /Himachal Pradesh /Kangra /Bir

Bir is a popular tourist town that is located in the state of Himachal Pradesh. The town of Bir is noted as an important center for spiritual studies and also many people travel to the town for meditation. One can see a large number of refugees from the neighboring country of Tibet located in the town of Bir.Bir is a popular destination for many adventure sports enthusiasts. Once can see many paragliding spots in the area and this is one of the main attractions of the place. The activity is safe and the standards of safety are extremely good. The international paragliding competition that takes place in Bir is also an attraction. There are many trekking spots that are located in and around the town as well. Bir is an ideal location for many nature enthusiasts as well.While visiting the town of Bir, it might be worthwhile to check out the Tibetan colony. There are many handicrafts that are made here and this might be worth purchasing. Sampling the Tibetan food is also a good option.

Quick Facts-Edit

Category : Wildlife

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 176077

STD Code: 1894

Info Website: N.A

Best Time to Visit:  Oct – Mar

HistoryEdit

Bir was ruled by PAL dynasty of chandarvanshi lineage the last Raja or Rai was Raizada Prithi Pal who was a descendant of the Rajas of Bhangahal, who appear to have maintained their rights until the time of Raja Prithi Pal in the early part of the eighteenth century. Raja Prithi Pal fell a victim to his father-in-law, Raja Sidh Sen, who in 1728 invited him to Mandi n the pretext of seeking his assistance against the Raja of Suket. He was kindly received but within a month of his arrival he was beguiled into the Damdama Fort, and there murdered. It is said his body was duly burnt, but his head was buried in a tank facing the Mandi Raja’s palance. A pillar was erected on the spot, and a light was kept burning on it for years. Sidh Sen’s object in murdering Raja Prithi Pal was to seize his territory, but in this he only partially succeeded. The forts at Jagapur, Tika Thana and the Patgana of Nir, with eighteen villages of Ilaga Chuhar(all of them until then forming part of the bhangahal kingdom) were annexed to Mandi. Subsequently, Sidh Sen sttempted to seize Karanpur, which also belonged to Bhangalahl, but he was repulsed by Raja Raghunath Pal who had succeeded his father Raja Prithi Pal.Bir is a popular tourist town that is located in the state of Himachal Pradesh.

Places to VisitAdd

How to ReachEdit

By Air : The closest airport is located at Pathankot and this is situated around 150 km from the town. Pathankot airport is connected to Delhi and Kullu. The closest international airport is located at Delhi and this is around 550 km from the place. One can hire a taxi from the Pathankot airport to the place and they cost around Rs 7 per km. Buses are available from Delhi to Bir Road as well. Taxis from Bir Road cost around Rs 100.

By Train : There is no railway station at Bir. The nearest rail head is at Pathankot, around 150 km from Bir. Pathankot is well linked from the major part of the country.

By BUS : One can reach the town of Bir by opting for buses from either Chandigarh or Delhi to the Bir Road. However many buses travel only as far as Baijnath. Bus tickets from Delhi cost around Rs 300.

By Taxi : taxis and Buses. The town is located around four hours away from Dharamshala. The town of Bir is located around 35 km from the town of Palampur.

By Other : N.A

Top HotelsAdd

Deluxe – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

Colonel’s Resort ; VPO Bir | Kangra Valley, Bir 176077 ; Ph – 098 05 534220 ; Facilities – Room Service

Top RestaurantsAdd

Must Eat FoodAdd

Must Do ActivitiesAdd

Must ShopAdd

Nightlife (Pub / Disc / BAR)Add

SpaAdd

FestivalAdd

Safety / WarningEdit

N.A

HelplineEdit

• Police:100
• Fire :101
• Ambulance : 102.

ItineraryEdit

N.A

Gallery