Chamba and Khajjiar

Another one for the lovers of offbeat, Chamba is as stunning as a tiny hamlet in Himachal Pradesh can be. It lies at some 130 km from Mcleodganj/Dharamsala and has a charm that is hard to beat. Explore the ancient temples, wooden forts, the rolling meadows and immerse yourself in the many folk tales that the locals are too happy to recount for anyone who looks keenly interested. Hailed as a land of Gods, Chamba fascinates with its sheer mysticism. Gorge over the famous rajma-chawal in one of the homestays here and head for the neighbouring Khajjiar. Its claim to fame is the title of “Mini Switzerland”. A ground that resembles Alpine meadows, with a stream-fed lake in the middle, Khajjiar is a hill-lover’s wish come true. You will find plenty of scenes of both Chamba as well as Khajjiar in the critically-acclaimed movie, The Blue Umbrella.