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  Kangra,Kangra Travel,Kangra Travel Agent,Kangra Tour,Places in Kangra,Kangra India, Kangra Hill station Himachal ...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
This ancient town of Kangra lies overlooking the gushing torrents of the Banganga River, a tributary of the Beas rising from the southern slopes of the milky Dhauladhars.
Kangra is located in the western part of the state of Himachal Pradesh, in the northern region of India.
The temple of Jawalamukhi is 34 km south of Kangra.
www.tourmyindia.com /hill_stations/kangra.html   (971 words)

  
 Kangra, Kangra Tour, Kangra Travel
Kangra is one of Himachal's most beautiful valley which rolls down the southern edge of the magnificent Dhauladhar range.
Kangra valley is surrounded by splendid valleys and dotted with several ancient shrines, thus offering as a famous tourist destination.
Kangra is known for the exquisite Pahari style of miniature painting and is still a busy place of pilgrimage.
www.indovacations.net /english/Kangra_about.htm   (290 words)

  
 Kangra district - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Kangra (Hindi: कांगडा़) is the most populous district of the state of Himachal Pradesh, India.
Kangra became a district of British India in 1846, when it was ceded to British India at the conclusion of the First Anglo-Sikh War.
Kangra District was part of the British Province of Punjab.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Kangra_District   (549 words)

  
 Tourism in district Kangra
The historic fort of kangra was built by BhumaChand the founder of the Katoch Dynasty.
In 1009 Muhammad Gazni Looted the Kangra Fort.
In 1337 Muhammad Tughlaq and in 1357 Feroze Shah captured the Kangra Fort.
www.hpkangra.nic.in /Tourism.htm   (2256 words)

  
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Kangra is situated in the ancient "Trigart" land.
Kangra, situated in the idyllic surroundings of Shivlik hills in the present day Himachal Pradesh in India was not only an important Jain Centre in the olden days but also an important place of pilgrimage for Jains from all over India.
Kangra Was dubbed as a 'Mahaterth' and won the epithet of 'Shatrunjaya of the North' it is a dark chapter of Indian history that the very existence of this important place went into oblivion.
jainsamaj.org /temples/kangra-051004.htm   (1396 words)

  
 India Himachal Pradesh - Kangra
It is 18 km south of Dharamshala and is one of the prettiest valleys of Himachal with its lush green terraces & orchards, overlooking a gushing stream - the Banganga.
The area around Kangra is known for its ancient temples and picturesque surroundings and as a centre of the arts.
Kangra Valley, is an ideal place for adventure and sports activities like mountaineering, trekking, rock climbing and fishing, it is this valley which witness annually Hang-gliding rally.
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 Kangra Valley   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
The Kangra school of paintings is an integral part of art literature; they are miniature paintings made with vegetable dyes worthily based on love themes of Radha and Krishna.
Nagar knot is a city situated upon a mountain with a fort called Kangra Maha Mai, which is considered as one of the works of the divinity and in pilgrims come to this great place from distances and get their wishes fulfilled.
Nearest railhead is Pathankot at a distance of 103 km and narrow guage railway at Kangra.
www.indyahills.com /hp/kangra.html   (1138 words)

  
 Kangra Valley in India,Kangra Valley Treks in Himachal Pradesh,Kangra Valley Tours in India
Kangra valley is one of the most beautiful and picturesque valley of lower Himalayas which is sheltered by the sublime Dhauladhar hills.
The valley also comprises of the famous Kangra fort, which was taken over by the British in 1846 on clause of a treaty.
Close to Kangra is Nagarkot a beautiful area with the fort perched on top of a ridge overlooking the confluence of Manjhi and Baner rivers.
www.north-india-tourism.com /himalayas-tour/kangra-valley.html   (724 words)

  
 Kangra Fort, Kangra Fort Tourism, Kangra Fort Himachal Pradesh   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
One of the main attractions of Kangra is majestic Kangra Fort, stands tall on a steep rock, overlooking the valley.
The ancient fort of Kangra was constructed by Raja Bhumi Chand, founder of Katoch Dynasty.
Kangra fort is easily accessible from Kangra (6 km), Dharamsala (17 km), McLeodganj (27 km) and other cities of Himachal Pradesh via road.
www.surfindia.com /travel/himachal-pradesh/kangra-fort.html   (732 words)

  
 Kangra, Kangra Travel, Kangra India, Kangra Himachal Pradesh, Kangra Tourism, Visit Kangra, Kangra Tour Packages
The Kangra valley is one of the most picturesque valley of lower Himalyas.
Kangra is steeped in history and its ruined fort - Nagarkot, stands as testimony to its glorious past.
Earlier, Kangra was the capital of the great hill state, its renowned ruler being Maharaja Sansar Chand Katoch, a great patron of arts.
www.royaleeindiavisa.com /kangra.html   (481 words)

  
 Kangra Valley, Kangra Valley Himachal Pradesh, Kangra Valley Adventure - India Travelog
Kangra Valley - Located on the ‘Beas River’, Kangra Valley is a gentle and picturesque abode to explore.
Kangra is a picturesque valley that lies on the westernside of the Himalayas.
The nearest airport is Kangra Airport that is 7 km from the hill station.
www.indiatravelog.com /himachal-pradesh/kangra-valley.html   (554 words)

  
 Kangra Valley Hill Railway
The exotic Kangra Valley lying between the Dhaula Dhar and the Shivalik foothills in the state of Himachal Pradesh is the conglomeration of valleys and plateaus of the Himalayas.
Kangra Valley Railways is a reminder that despite difficult terrain, railway engineers can create a work which exists in harmony with the natural beauty of the locale.
From Mangwal to Kangra, travellers have the privilege of being exposed to a memorable view of the grandeur of the majestic Himalayas.
www.indiainvites.com /Trains_files/kangra.htm   (341 words)

  
 MUSHROOM CULTIVATION BY ATMA KANGRA
Kangra valley, having sub tropical climate is very suitable for cultivation button Mushroom and paddy straw mushroom cultivation especially button Mushroom is getting more popularity.
The land holding of farmers of the Kangra Distt., is very small where as mushroom cultivation requirs no land and it can be grown successfully in their houses in of three months short duration.
The Indo-Dutch mushroom Project Palampur, KVK Kangra and ZRS Jachh are engaged in providing this vocational training under ATMA and with this 192 unemployed youths/ WIGs and FIGs have started this avocation in their homes and are generating additional Income.
www.manage.gov.in /ATMAKANGRA/mushroomculti.htm   (1244 words)

  
 The Hindu : Kangra leads in litchi cultivation
Kangra in Himachal Pradesh has earned the distinction of being a pioneer district in the cultivation of litchi, producing 1,000 tonnes of the fruit in a year.
Kangra's agro-climatic conditions are suitable for this cash crop that is less prone to pests and disease as compared to other sub-tropical fruit crops.
During the year 2001-2002, as many as 19,893 fruit plants were distributed among the growers in Kangra district from the nurseries run by the Department of Horticulture.
www.hindu.com /2002/05/22/stories/2002052201270300.htm   (341 words)

  
 Kangra Adventure Trips,Kangra Valley Adventure Trips in India
Sheltered by the sublime Dhauladhar range, Kangra is green and luxuriant valley of Himachal.
Kangra town is famous for its temples, notable is the shrine dedicated to goddess Brijeshwari.
Kangra valley rolls down the southern edge of magnificent Dhauladhar range in gentle slopes covered with forests of pine, orchards, green tea gardens and terraced fields.
india-adventure-travel.com /adventure-north-india/kangra-valley.html   (573 words)

  
 Cong seek action against Kangra DCC gen secy-Chandigarh-Cities-NEWS-The Times of India   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
the former ministers asserted that the allegations of ram swaroop sharma regarding discrimination with kangra during the rule of the previous virbhadra singh government were false and baseless.
3.76 crore-wasteland project for kangra: the government of india has sanctioned a rs 3.76 crore wasteland project for the development of the wasteland in the nagrota bagwan area of kangra district.
kangra deputy commissioner prabodh saxena speaking to times news network said that project titled as integrated wasteland development project kangra phase-iv was submitted to government of india in the month of february this year.the project was approved immediately and be implemented through district rural development agency, added.
timesofindia.indiatimes.com /articleshow.asp?art_Id=4608593   (555 words)

  
 Kangra India, Kangra Tours, Travel to Kangra, Holidays in Kangra, Tour Packages Kangra   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
The small town of Kangra was the capital of the erstwhile rulers of the Chand dynasty.
It is set amongst the picturesque settings of the Kangra valley at the foothills of the majestic Dhauladhar range.
The area around Kangra is known for its ancient temples and picturesque surroundings, which attract the tourists.
www.eholidaysindia.com /cities/kangra.htm   (449 words)

  
 Himachal Tourism - Kangra District
KANGRA TOWN: At the confluence of the Bener and Majhi streams, over looking the Ban Ganga torrent, Kangra town is famous for its temples.Notable is the shrine dedicated to goddess Brijeshwari.
KANGRA FORT: The remains of the fort of the rulers of Kangra are located on a strategic height, overlooking the Ban Ganga and Manjhi rivers.
High on the ridge of the cave are ruins of a palace and baradari (audience hall)of Lehna Singh Majitha, Governor of Kangra hills during the Sikh rule.
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 Kangra Valley,Temple Valley in India,Himachal Valley Tours,Valley in Himalaya
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Kangra is accepted as one of Himachal's most picturesque areas, thousands of streams flow through its enchanting valleys.
This is the principal township of Kangra covering a wide area in the form of town settlement.
www.shubhyatra.com /himachal-pradesh/kangra.html   (303 words)

  
 Temples in Kangra Himachal Pradesh
The prominent temples that the Kangra valley, in Himachal Pradesh, is famous for are Jwalamukhi, Brajeshwariji, Chintpurni and Naina Devi.
There is a major rush of pilgrims throughout the year, especially during the Navratras festival in April and October.There are fascinating legends associated with these shrines, the most popular of them being that of King Daksh.
The Brajeshwari Devi temple, located in the old Kangra Township, is said to have been built over the charred breasts of Sati.
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 Kangra  Fort Himachal India   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
is 7 km and the Kangra mandir railway station 3 km from the main bus stand.
The Kangra town, known to the ancients as Nagarkot, is the seat of Shri Bajreshwari Devi.
It is said to have been founded by the divinity of that name at a famous Ashwamedh or horsesacrifice, which was held on the spot.
123himachal.com /kangra.htm   (370 words)

  
 Pragpur Travel, Tour Packages, Tours, Hotels, Holidays Or Vacation In Pragpur
It was famous as the cradle of the Kangra School of Paintings.
Kangra Fort - The Kangra fort is located 45 km from Pragpur on the banks of the river Ban Ganga.
Bhuma Chand, the founder of the Katoch Dynasty, built the historic fort of Kangra.
us.makemytrip.com /destination/pragpur/pragpur1.htm   (463 words)

  
 Kangra Fort in Himachal, Kangra Forts Tour, Fort in Kangra Valley, Himachal Pradesh Forts
The remains of the fort of the rulers of Kangra are located on a strategic height, overlooking the 'Ban Ganga' and 'Manjhi' rivers.
A saying goes, "He who holds the fort, holds the Kangra" that is why many invaders sacked it.
The fort is located at the end of Old Kangra town and is a protected monument maintained by the Archeological Survey of India.
www.shubhyatra.com /himachal-pradesh/kangra-fort.html   (257 words)

  
 Kangra Valley,Kangra Valley Travel Adventure,Kangra Velley in India
The Gaddis of Kangra lead a simple and unsophisticated life, with a few needs and fewer worries, they are content with their lot.
Situated in Kangra town, this temple was once filled with a legendary fortune in diamonds and pearls.
Kangra valley, is an ideal country for adventure and sports activities like mountaineering, trekking, rock climbing and fishing, it is this valley which witness annually hang gliding rally.
www.indianadventureportal.com /adventure-hot-spots/kangra-valley.html   (626 words)

  
 Paragpur-Kangra Valley-India's first heritage village
The Kangra Temple nearby was sacked by Mahmud Ghazni in 1009.
Another 20 kilometres ahead of the Kangra Fort is Mcleodganj, residence of the Dalai Lama.
Paragpur, one of the most stunning villages in the Kangra Valley with its small population is located at an elevation of around 1800 feet (450 metres).
www.the-south-asian.com /April2004/Paragpur.htm   (1309 words)

  
 KANGRA FORT at myHimachal
Kangra, the land of ancient Trigarta, occupying the lower valley of the fleas and its tributaries, was in ancient times, one of the leading hill states of Punjab and it was a part of the Kingdom of Jalandhara.
When the plains of Punjab were subjugated by the Muslims, the Kings of that principality withdrew to their territories in the hills, retained in the Kangra Fort a strong hold of which more than once thwarted the attempts of the Muslim invaders.
The Fort, also known as the Nagarkot or Kot Kangra, is situated to the south-west of the old Kangra town (lat 32°, 5′ Long 76°,15′) and built on the top of the precipitious hill on the confluence of the Banganga and Manjhi or Patal Ganga rivers which also serve as the most of the Fort.
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 Kangra Fort Information, Kangra Fort In Himachal Pradesh, Kangra Fort Guide: India Line Travel
The Kangra Fort is located atop a hill at the confluence of Banganga and Patal Ganga river (also known as the Majhi), in the south western outskirts of the old Kangra town.
In those days it was said that the person who holds the Kangra fort will be the one who ruled over Kangra.
The construction of the last two darwaza was done by the first Mughal governor of Kangra, Nawab Alif Khan.
www.indialine.com /travel/himachalpradesh/kangra/kangra-fort.html   (801 words)

  
 KANGRA - Online Information article about KANGRA
Ghazni took the fort in 1009 and from one of the temples carried off a vast treasure.
In 136o Kangra was again plundered, by Feroz Shah.
Tea cultivation was introduced into Kangra about r85o.
encyclopedia.jrank.org /JUN_KHA/KANGRA.html   (363 words)

  
 Kangra Fort in Himachal,Kangra Fort India,Monuments in Himachal India
Select from the wide range of Himachal tour packages for vacation in Kangra and avail the best deals for hotels in Kangra and known about the diverse cultural and religion of Kangra in the Indian sub-continent.
The hefty fort of Nagarkot stands on a steep rock in Purana Kangra dominating the surrounding valley.
It was strategically built at the confluence of the Banganga and Manjhi (also called Fatal Ganga) streams which serves as a natural moat for the fort.
www.indiasite.com /himachalpradesh/kangra/kangrafort.html   (616 words)

  
 About these Paintings - Kangra Paintings - Bihari Sat Sai
The Gita Govinda is a forest idyll, and in its Kangra paintings, the drama of the loves of Radha and Krishna is played in the forest, or along the river bank.
Kangra Paintings of the Bihari Sat Sai is the fourth in the series of five monographs on Kangra Painting planned by Dr. M.
The first is Kangra Paintings of the Bhagavata Purana, the second - Kangra Paintings on Love, the third - Kangra Paintings of the Gita Govinda, and the fifth - Kangra Ragamala Paintings.
www.goloka.com /docs/bihari/about_bihari.html   (1754 words)

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