Historical Tour including Unesco Kangra fort & Rock cut temple from Dharamshala
Historical Tour including Unesco Kangra fort & Rock cut temple from Dharamshala
Kangra is a popular destination located at the meeting point of the Majhi and Bener rivers in the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh. Nestled in Kangra Valley between the Dhauladhar Range and Shivalik Range, this city is also commonly known as Dev Bhumi, meaning the abode of the gods. On this 5 to 7-hour tour, you'll visit Masroor Rock Cut Temple, Kangra Fort, Mata Brajeshwari Temple, and the local market near by temple.
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Your Itinerary
A curated journey through the experience
McLeod Ganj
Your guide meets you at your hotel in Mcleodgang/Dharamshala to begin your tour to Kangra, heading first to Masroor Rock Cut Temple
Kangra Valley
On the way, you'll pass the Kangra Valley and a local village, where you can get a glimpse of the natural beauty of the area and daily activities of the local people.
Masroor Rock Cut Temple
The Masroor Rock Cut Temple complex is dedicated to Rama, Laxmana, and Sita, gods from the time of Mahabharata whose stone images are worshiped by Hindu devotees who come from around the world. The temple complex is built on a water pond and situated on a hill with panoramic views of the terrain beyond, including the snowy peaks of the Dhauladhar Range.
1 hourKangra Fort
The Kangra Fort was built by the royal Rajput family of Kangra State (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. The fort of Kangra resisted Akbar’s siege in 1615. However, Akbar’s son Jehangir successfully subdued the fort in 1620, forcing the submission of the Raja of Chamba, “the greatest of all the rajas in the region.
1 hourBajreshwari Devi Temple
Explore the local market in Kangra for some time to browse local goods that make great gifts and souvenirs. When your tour ends, you will be taken back to your hotel.
1 hourIncluded
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private car as per itinerary
- English Speaking Guide Option 2 & 3 only
- Transport:Option 1 : (Medium Car upto 2 pax)-(Innova Car upto 6 pax)-(Tempo Traveler upto 10 Pax)
- Monuments Fees+Lunch is included option 3 only.
- Parking Fees
Not Included
- Gratuities
- Monuments fees
- Breakfast/lunch/Dinner
- Guide (Option 1)
Good to Know
- A maximum of 8 people per booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Tickets & Cancellation
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.