The charming little town of Bir, situated in the foothills of the Himalayas, is around 29 km from Palampur. The greater Bir area is home to a diverse community including villagers, Tibetan refugees, travellers who come here for meditation and outdoor enthusiasts, all living in harmony. The place can be best explored on foot. There is a beautiful Dirru Sakya Monastery that you can visit. There are a couple of good restaurants and cafes in the Tibetan settlement. You can also try some local food in the villages around. Besides, Bir is the landing site for paragliders who take off from Billing.