Introduction
Bir Billing is located in the Shimla hills region in the northern part of India. This town is surrounded by snow-capped mountains and green valleys. There are many popular tourist attractions nearby including the Naldehra golf course, Prince of Wales museum and Sanawar gardens. With an estimated population of around 100,000, this place is made beautiful with a variety of flora species, fauna, and some historic buildings which include Jakhu Temple, Viceregal Lodge and Kufri toy train.
Bir Billing is not just a place but an experience that will leave you with a lifetime memory.
The beautiful hill state of Himachal Pradesh is known for its natural beauty, snowcapped mountains, temples, holy rivers and much more. It is a very popular tourist destination in India and is visited by many national and international tourists every year.
There are So many places to see in Himachal Pradesh. They are listed below:
Tibetan Monasteries
The Tibetan monasteries located in Himachal Pradesh are the most famous of all the places to visit in Himachal Pradesh. They have a very spiritual and religious value. The Dalai Lama resides here. There are many Buddhist monasteries that attract tourists from all over the world.
Bhrigu Lake
The Bhrigu lake is situated at an altitude of 13,000 feet above sea level on the Kullu Manali highway. It is one of the most beautiful lakes of India lying amidst lush green forests and snow-capped mountain peaks.
Kullu Valley
The Kullu valley attracts tourists from all over the world with its natural beauty, scenic landscapes and captivating charm. The valley features deep gorges and tall mountains besides numerous waterfalls and glaciers. Places to visit in Kullu include Bhuntar Fort, Bhagsu Nag.
Camping
Camping in Bir Billing,Himachal Pradesh
Best time for camping in Bir Billing is May to June and September to October. There are also some good places for camping in the winter season but you need to take precautions for snowfall.
Important:
-If you are going for a long drive then don’t forget to charge your mobile. There are no mobile charging stations.
-If you have a big car then there will be sufficient parking space available.
-There is a separate place where you can park your bike or car. You don’t have to worry about the safety of your vehicle while you are camping.
-Make sure that you have all the necessary items with you like sleeping bag, blankets, foods etc because there is no place nearby where you can buy anything if you forget it.
-There are toilets available but they are not very clean.
-The best time to enjoy the beauty of nature is at sunrise and sunset. So wake up early and enjoy the view of Sun Rays falling on the trees and mountains around the place. You will feel like you are in Heaven.
Paragliding (Tandoor)
Paragliding is also known as Tanddoor which means “from the roof” in Himachal Pradesh. It is basically flying with parachutes, without using any engine (like a plane) or power (like a helicopter). The paraglider uses the air current to fly. It is very common in Himachal Pradesh. In fact, it is the most popular sport in Himachal Pradesh. Paragliding training center is located in Bir Billing, Himachal Pradesh which was established by Mr. Joginder Singh Rathore and Mr. Satyanarayan Sharma.
Paragliding schools in Bir Billing are run by this expert duo for all the national and international paragliding aspirants.
Apart from paragliding training and expertise, Bir Billing also offers rafting and pony rides to tourists from all over the world. There are several hotels and resorts available here for tourists to stay at affordable prices.
Bir Billing has also been selected as one of the best destinations for adventure tourism in India by the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India.
Trekking In Bir Billing
This place is situated at an altitude of 2,198 m (7,208 ft) and is one of the most beautiful hill stations in the state.It is famous for its breathtaking natural beauty, serene surroundings and pleasant weather throughout the year. In winters, you can enjoy skiing and snowboarding while in summers you can enjoy trekking and hiking. Trekking trail passes through pine trees, apple orchards and rhododendron forests which is absolutely stunning.
The place offers various activities like rock climbing, river rafting, horse riding etc. This place will leave you spellbound with its natural beauty and there are several places to visit like – Bhimakali temple, Hanuman temple and Ghurni village which contains an ancient fort. Another major attraction of this place is Kata-Katas which are a cluster of five lakes offering a spectacular view from above.
Local food
You can also enjoy local food here as there are several restaurants nearby where you get delicious food at pocket friendly price tag.
Best time to visit
The best time to visit the place is between the months of June to October when the weather remains pleasant throughout. It is advisable to carry your jackets along with you as it gets cold early morning and late evening.
Takeaway:
Billing is a good place for adventure lovers. But the best thing about it is the weather, its too cool and breezy in this place, making the day more active. You can enjoy trekking, rock climbing and many other activities like that. The place is just next to Shimla, so you can also visit Shimla if you like. It has a very nice view of nature.
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