Monday 8 April 2013

Sangla / Shilon Bagh

 

Sangla

, Himachal Pradesh

               
Fast Facts
State: Himachal Pradesh
District: Kinnaur
Famous for/as: Hill Station
Languages: Nepali, Sikkimese, Bhutia, Lepcha, Hindi
Best Season: Mar - Jun, Sep - Dec
Weather: Summer 8 to 30°C, Winter -10 to 10°C
Altitude: 2620 m
Pincode: 172108
STD code: 017864
The town of Sangla is located in the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh. The town of Sangla is located in the Baspa valley, which is a very picturesque location in the state. This town is located at a distance of around 2700 metres, and it is located near the Baspa River. This makes the setting all the more beautiful, thus making Sangla an ideal summer holiday destination.

There are many places that you can visit during your trip to the town of Sangla. The main tourist attraction in this region is the Kamru Fort, which is an old fort that has now been converted into a Hindu temple. This fort houses a temple that is dedicated to the main deity Goddess Kamakshi Devi. The temple has an image of the chief goddess in the third floor, and the ground floor is occupied by a huge statue of Lord Buddha. This site draws a lot of tourists throughout the year, and many pilgrims also flock to this temple in order to see the exquisite architecture of the fort.

You can also visit the Bering Nag temple that is located in the region, and a Buddhist Monastery that is located in the town is also very popular among tourists.
 

Buddhist Monastery

, Sangla

Sangla is very popular for its varied influence, of which Buddhism is a primary one. This monastery is a popular tourist attraction in this region

 

 

Shilon Bagh

, Himachal Pradesh


Shilion Bagh is a small place that is located high amidst the hills in the state of Himachal Pradesh. There are many beautiful orchards and plantations that dot the countryside and this is a perfect place to get away from crowded tourist centers of the state. It is conveniently located close to Shimla and is a perfect place for a day trip; it is also possible to stay in the town, as there are a few hotels and resorts here as well.

There are many towns that are located nearby and these are easily accessible from Shilion Bagh. One can visit the place Bhimkali Temple that is located in Sarahan which is on the Indo-Tibet road. The temple is located at an altitude of 2673 meters and has a spectacular view of the surrounding valleys and it is only around 20 km away.

Another shrine called the Giriganga is located around seven kilometers away and this can be reached either on foot or by jeep. Kotgarh is a place that is 17 km away and one can find many orchards of apricot and apples. Narkanda offers breathtaking views of many snow clad mountains and peaks. There are many temples that are located at a place called Chindi, on the Shimla highway.

Walking is the best way to explore the natural beauty of Shilon Bagh. There are many unexplored woods and hidden groves that tourists can visit here.


Trekking is one of the most popular activity tourists can enjoy in and around Shilon Bagh. Shilon Bagh also has numerous trekking options available. One can chose from short to long duration treks like going to the nearby temple or exploring the village in vicinity.

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