Bir Billing

Set in the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, Bir Billing is a small village at 1,525 metres, paired with Billing, the take-off ridge at 2,400 metres located 14 kilometres uphill, together forming one of the world’s finest paragliding sites. In any Bir Billing travel guide, the Billing-to-Bir flight stands out, covering over 14 kilometres with an 800 metre descent onto a grassy meadow lined with cafes, Tibetan monasteries, and onlookers. The destination has hosted the Paragliding World Cup, with flights open to visitors most of the year except during monsoon and peak winter. Beyond adventure, places to visit in Bir Billing include Deer Park Institute, Chokling Monastery, and the peaceful Sherabling Monastery with its golden roof. Enjoy its cozy cafes that serve espresso and momos. Bir Billing sightseeing feel like a unique Tibetan-Indian blend found nowhere else in the state.