Chamba
Chamba town (915m). stands on the right bank of the river Ravi. As a former princely State, it is one of the oldest in the century and dates back to the sixth century. It is well known for its splendid architecture and as the base for numerous excursions. It is also a district headquarters.
In winter, the temperature gets very low because of cold winds, when heavy woollens are required. It is hot in summer -up to 38 degree C and cottons are recommended.
Lakshmi Narayan Temple Complex
Six temples built in the famous shikhara or spired style, and several smaller shrines, make up this temple complex, famous for its exquisite classical architectural forms. The 6 main temples are the massive Lakshmi Narayan Temple, the temples of Radha Krishna and Lakshmi Damodar, devoted to Lord Vishnu, and the temples of Chandragupta, Gauri Shankar and Trimukhteshwara, devoted to Lord Shiva.
Chaugan
At the heart of Chamba is the Chaugan, a sprawling grassy concourse, also serving as a promenade, which is predictably enough, the hub of much of the activity in town.
Bhuri Singh Museum
This museum was named after Raja Bhuri Singh of Chamba, and showcases intriguing relics of Chamba's past, which include murals, paintings, stone carvings, and copper plates.
Hari Rai Temple
This 11th century temple, located at one end of the Chaugan, is dedicated to Lord Vishnu.
Rangmahal
The Rangmahal is an old palace, which sports an amazing combination of colonial and Saracenic architectural styles.
St. Andrew's Church
The St. Andrew's church is over a century old, that boasts of a dressed - stone exterior with quaint windows.
Air
Nearest airport is Dharamshala connected to Delhi.
Rail
Nearest railway station is Pathankot (120 kms) which is connected to major cities in India.
Road
Chamba is connected to all parts of the country. Important road distances are: Amritsar 245 kms, Kangra 180 kms, Pathankot 120 kms, Shimla 422 kms, Manali 470 kms, Dharamshala 180 kms, Dalhousie 56 kms, Khajjiar 30 kms, Mandi 334 kms, Jammu 229 kms etc.