Kangra

Home to Dharamshala and the Dalai Lama, known for its Tibetan influence, tea gardens, and natural beauty.

Geography
Area
5,739 sq km
Elevation
700-2,000 meters
Terrain
Valleys, mountains, and foothills of Dhauladhar range
Rivers
Beas, Banganga, Neugal, Binwa
Climate
Summer
22°C to 38°C (April to June)
Winter
5°C to 20°C (October to March)
Rainfall
1,500-2,500 mm annually
Best Time to Visit
March to June and September to November
Demographics
Population
1,510,075 (2011 Census)
Density
263/sq km
Literacy
85.67%
Languages
Hindi, Kangri, Tibetan, English
Economy

Main Sectors

  • Tourism
  • Agriculture
  • Handicrafts
  • Tea production

Specialties

  • Kangra tea
  • Tibetan handicrafts
  • Miniature paintings

Industries

  • Tourism
  • Tea processing
  • Handicrafts
Weather in Kangra
Current conditions and forecast

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