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The town Chamba, the district headquarters of Chamba district is in Himachal Pradesh and stands on the right bank of the river Ravi. It was founded by Raja Sahil Varman and was named after Champavati, his daughter. It is also known as the Valley of Milk and Honey. Chambaps serene beauty makes it the ideal holiday retreat and the valley is renowned for its fine shikara temples and elegant handicrafts.

Attractions In & Around

Akhand Chandi Palace :- The construction of the residential building of the Chamba family was started by Raja Umed Singh and was rebuilt and renovated during the reign of Raja Sham Singh with the help of British engineers. This is now turned into a college and much of the original craftsmanship can still be seen.

Bhuri singh Museum :- This museum houses Chambaps sculpture and is named after Raja Bhuri Singh. It houses woodcarvings, ancient manuscripts and murals from Rang Mahal. It is closed on Mondays and open on all other days from 10.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m.

Champavati Temple :- The temple was built by Raja Sahil Varman in memory of his daughter Champavati and is in the Shikhara style with elaborate stone carving and the wheel roof.

Chaugan :- This public promenade situated in the heart of the town is a grassy maidan and is the hub centre of all activities in Chamba. Chaugan is closed for the public after Dusshera till April for maintenance.

Hari Rai Temple :- This 11th-century Shikhara style temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu has a triple-headed statue of the Lord made from eight different materials. At the rear of the temple is a fine sculpture of Vishnu astride six horses.

Laxmi Narayan Temple :- This Shikhara style temple was built by Sahil Varman in the 10th century AD. In this complex, there are five other main temples and are artistically decorated and all have been built in the Nagar style. The wooden shell roofs, atop the temple serves as a protection against snowfall.

Rang Mahal :- It is also known as the "Painted Palace", and was built by Raja Umed Singh in the mid-18th century. Jit Singh and Charat Singh made changes. It became the womenps residence until 1947 and it now houses a college and the Himachal Emporium.

SahoSaho :- is situated on a high plateau on the bank of the river Sal. It is famous for the temple dedicated to Lord (Chandrashekhar) Shiva with his moon crown.
Two magnificent images of Shiva can be seen at the entrance and facing the temple is a life size Nandi bull carved with fine details. The spring water of Saho is supposed to have medicinal value. There is a Forest Rest House at Saho.

Sui Mata Temple :- The Sui Mata Temple dedicated to Sui Mata (a local princess, who gave her life for the people in Chamba), is located between the Chamunda Devi temple and Brajreshwari Devi temple. Colorful paintings within the temple depict the life of Sui.

The Gandhi Gate :- The Gandhi Gate, bright orange gateway on the southwestern side of the Chowgan was built in 1900 to welcome Viceroy Lord Curzon to the city. This was the main entrance into the city before the new road was built.

Getting in, Around & Away
AIR : Nearest airport is Dharamshala connected to Delhi by Vayudoot services.
RAIL : Nearest railhead is Pathankot (120 kms) that connects to major cities in India.