INTRODUCTION TO BHARMOUR
Bharmour, anciently known as Brahmpura,
was the ancient capital of Chamba, Himachal
Pradesh (India) till 920 AD. Bharmour is situated in Budhil
and Ravi valley between North latitude 32° 15' 36? and
32.26° and East longitude 76° 19' 12? and 76.32°at
altitude of 2195 meters from sea level forty miles to the
south-east of Chamba.
Bharmour is also popular because of its
proximity with Manimahesh Lake, Manimahesh Kailash and Chaurasi
(84) ancient temples, which are reflecting the glorious past
of this hidden town. Bharmour is also known as the Abode of
Shiva as there are numerous temple dedicated to Lord Shiva
in and nearby regions The whole region around Bharmour is
considered to be under the control of Lord Shiva, hence is
also known as the Shiv Bhumi..This place besides being an
aesthetic and scenic beauty is also spiritual in essence.
The old archaeological remains are said to be the temples
in and around the area. Bharmour is inhabited
by Gaddies (Shepherd) who reside exclusively on the snowy
ranges and mountains which divide Chamba from Kangra and Lauhal
& Spiti district.
Gaddis are semi-nomadic and partial pastoral
tribes. Being the home of an interesting Gaddi tribe Bharmour
is also known as Gadheran in Kangra district. The place is
also known for its red delicious apples, medicinal herbs,
hidden treasures and warm woolen blankets.
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of Bharmour
Bharmour is situated at an elevation of 2,195 meters
above from sea level between the North latitude 32°
15′ 36″ and 32.26° and East longitude 76°
19′ 12″ and 76.32° between Budhil
and Ravi valley of Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh
(India) and is surrounded on all sides by lofty hill
ranges.
The territory is wholly mountainous with altitude
ranging from 2,000 to 21,000 feet.
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DISTANCES FROM NEAREST CITIES:
- Chamba (District Headquarter) 64 km
- Kangra 140 km
- Dharmashala 145 km
- Mcleodganj 160 km
- Manali 220 km
- Shimla 350 km
- Pathankot 150 km
- Delhi 650 km
- Chandigarh 350km
NEAREST APPROCHES:-
- Road
Pathankot (150 km)
Delhi (450 km)
Shimla (350 km)
- Railway station Pathankot (150 km)
- Airport
1. Kangra airport at Gaggal (130 km
2. Kullu airport at Bhuntar (185 km)
3. Shimla airport at Ganhatti (350 km)
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