SSA - Himachal Pradesh Distt. Kangra Perspective Work Plan & Budget

Abstract

Kangra anciently known as Trigarta is the oldest Princely State of Himalayas, and derives its name from ancient town o f Kangra. It is famous for scenic beauty and tea-gardens, diverse culture, temples and as headquarters of Tibetans Religious and Temporal head His- Holiness Dalai Lama at Mcleodganj. Located in the western part of HP bordering Punjab, Kangra is numerically the largest district of the State. It is criss-crossed with spurts of mountain ranges and enclosed Valleys. Snow clothed Dhouladhar is the most important mountain range of the district with stretched out fertile valleys of Palampur and Kangra. Kangra Valley with gentle verdant green slopes, abundant conifers and majestic snow-clad peaks in the backdrop, is considered as one of the most beautiful valleys of Himachal Pradesh. The religious tourist place o f Jawalamukhi, Brejesv/ari (Kangra), Chamunda Devi, Baroh, Bramha temple Baijnath and Ganga temple at Nurpur are located in this district.