Palampur

Palampur is a small town in the Kangra valley, with the Dhauladhar range rising behind it. If you ask 'what is Palampur famous for?', the answer is tea. The green tea gardens established in the 1850s still cover the valley floor, producing distinctive Kangra tea. The town itself is quiet, with a central market square and the Neugal Khad gorge. Key things to do in Palampur include visiting tea factories. Saurabh Van Vihar, Andretta artist village, and the Baijnath Shiva temple are short drives away. It's a quieter alternative to Dharamshala, with many excellent Palampur hotels available.