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Khajjiar
a location at a distance of 2000 metres, 22 km. from Dalhausie
and 23 km. from Chamba. A little out of Dalhousie is a
beautiful, charming retreat that makes an ideal day excursion or
even an overnight visit. Far from any major town, this tranquil
spot has a small lake in the centre, on which is a floating
island. Fed by slim streams, this small lake rests in the centre
of the large glade of Khajjiar.
The glade and the lake are held sacred to Khajjinag - after whom
the place is named. Khajjiar has the thick forest of the Kalatop
sanctuary surrounding its soft green grass. It is 1.5 km long
and 1 km wide. It is surrounded by cedar (deodar) forest. This
is like a magical paradise.
A temple dedicated to Khajjinag is also located there. Khajjiar
is also called "Mini Switzerland" of India. The lake remains full of
water in all the seasons and requires no rain water for
survival. Khajjiar is sometime also spelt as Khajyar or Khajiyar. Our expert staff will be with you as a guide from Pathankot to every place in Dalhousie, Khajjiar and Chamba.
Attractions of Khajjiar
Khajinag Temple : Khajjiar, known as one of the
most charming spots in the Himalayas, derives its name from its
ancient, golden-domed temple of Khajjinag. The 12th-century
Khajinag temple is a small shrine dedicated to the local Goddess
or the Devi. This temple is also known as the Golden Devi
temple, as it is adorned with a golden dome and spire. Pilgrims
visiting the Chamba valley often come to this temple.
The Lake : Set in the rolling green turf is a small lake. One
gets out of the car to go to the lake but the ground seems to
give way. The earth is 'spongy' due to dense growth of weed
called 'vacha' over which dust has formed a thick layer of
earth.
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