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Khajjiar Travel Guide

Often called India's Switzerland, the exquisite glade of Khajjiar (1960m) has circumference of about 5 km. Along its fringes, this forests of deodar climb the slopes, the snow-line rests above these woods and in the center of the glade, is a small lake fed by streams that traverse the green carpet.

At Khajjiar there is a 12th century temple dedicated to Khajjinag. Within the temple are lifesize wooden images of the five Pandav brothers.

Climate
In winter, the temperature hovers around freezing point with snowfalls, heavy woolens are required. In summer, the climate is mild and light woolens/cottons are recommended.


Getting there
Khajjiar is connected by road and is 26 km from Dalhousie and 24 km from Chamba. It is 520 km from Delhi. The closest railhead is at Pathankot, 120 km away. The airport at Gaggal in Kangra is at a distance of 180 km. Taxies and buses are available from these places.