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Getting to Palampur

Getting to Palampur Palampur is 38 km from the district headquarters town, dharamshala, on nh 20 towards mandi, and 35 km from kangra town. Access options are common to both. However, by road from delhi another route is via ambala, ludhiana and phagwara (on nh 1), hoshiarpur, mubarakpur (joining with chandigarh-una-dehra gopipur route), kangra and palampur. Though 10 km longer (535 km), it offers easier driving on double-carriageway nh1 till phagwara. Himachal road transport corporation runs a semi-deluxe coach from delhi (isbt) to palampur, via chandigarh, everyday. Palampur railway station, maranda; enquiries /reservations « 30050, new bus stand, palampur

Local Transport: Mandu

Local Transport Local Transport Is Limited, But Mandu Is Small And Everything Worth Visiting Is Within Walking Distance. No Taxis Or Auto-Rickshaws Are Available. Cycles Can X Hired; Tempos And Cycle Rickshaws Too May Be Used. Charges For Sightseeing Are Rs. 15 Per Head On Tempos.

Palampur : Himachal Pradesh

Palampur : Himachal Pradesh Palampur is the tea capital of northwest India. It is set on the rising slopes of the Kangra Valley before they merge with the Dhauladhar ranges. But tea is just one aspect which makes Palampur a special resort. Abundance of water and proximity to the mountains have endowed it with a mild climate. (The name comes from the local word 'pulum,' meaning lots of water). This sets it apart from other tourist centres as one can enjoy its delights at any time of the year. Situated in and about the middle of the Kangra Valley, it

Local Transport : Kullu

Local Transport : Kullu Tourist taxis and auto-rickshaws are the main modes of transport in the city and for excursions. HRTC and private bus companies run regular, frequent services within the city and to neighbouring places.

Pushkar : Local Transport

Pushkar : Local Transport All the tourist sights are within walking distance. There is only one rickshaw available. Taxis can be hired to go to Ajmer. It costs Rs. 400 for half a day, to hire camels (rates negotiable).