Khajjiar Lake khjiyaar jhiil - Tourist attraction in Khajjiar - Chamba, India

Beautiful Lake needs to be maintained well. Either i noticed that water level is getting increased year by year. It will really disastrous in future. Gods are saving us always but it will happen sometimes if don't improve us.

Khajjiar lake transports you to a different place altogether with the sounds of the chirping of birds, sun rays dancing on the water and an emerald colour blanket of cedar trees covering the scenery as far as eyes can see. Rested at an altitude of 1920 metres, the lake offers you tranquillity and escape from the hurly-burly of the city. A walk by the lake or simply sitting at its edge enjoying a book is equally invigorating. If you are fortunate enough, you will be able to get a peep of the Mount Kailash. Location: Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India. Timings: It is advisable to visit early morning, as the light is perfect for photography. Entry Fees: The entry fees of the enthralling experience at the lake is none. Things to do: The blend of serenity and adventure sport is a rare combination in which Khajjiar Lake exceeds your expectations. Zorbing, paragliding, horse riding, trekking by the lake can satisfy the hunger of the adventure junkies. Khajjiar lake also widely known as "Mini Switzerland of India" is a beautiful hill station in Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated approximately 16 km from Dalhousie. It is a part of Kalatope Khajjiar sanctuary. Khajjiar sits on a small and vivid plateau which consists of wave-like lake in the middle, covered all over with weeds. The hill station has the legacy of having pastures, meadows and forests, all in one. Located at an altitude of 6,500 ft, above sea level it sits picturesquely in the foothills of the Dhauladhar ranges of the western Himalayas. Thus, it drives major attractions for nature lovers worldwide.

One of the most beautiful Himalayan Lake which is situated in temperate meadows attracts people with its Pristine environment which surround by dense Ceder (Deodar) jungle.

Best time to come Its peak season time is september to January. But December is the best time to come and enjoy snowfall. Snowfall generally ranges from 1 ft to 5 ft as per the locals Hotels Only few hotels are there in khajjiar near this location. If you are not getting hotels there then you can go to stone homestay or Apple garden homestay 500 mtrs fromKhajjiar and approx 1 to 3 kms you will find affordable good hotels. Parking There is enough place to park your vehicle. Just remember one thing, space is less there so please park your vehicle off the road to prevent any sort of traffic jams. Food Lots of stalls available with Affordable and great taste. Serves maggi, omelette, pakodi, tea, chow mein and many other options. NOTE i Please do not litter bottles aur wrappers. Its heaven for a reason. Enjoy and let this place garbage free.

Its a picturesque location in the middle of Khajjiar lush green lawns. You can spend an easy 3-4 hours or maybe more here, gazing at the beauty of this place. Its a vast expanse of green, (white during winters), with some street food vendors here and there. A picnic spot amidst a vast expanse of greens. The lake in between is small. You can ask a photographer who roams around, to click and deliver instant prints of them. The street food is delicious and you can relish them while just relaxing and wandering around. During season, it becomes a thing to find a parking spot. You can drive all the way down to the valley where there is a gate mentioning the place as "Mini Switzerland of India". Its a better access to the landscape and little less crowded.

Very nice place to hang out with friends and family ..... can enjoy Nature, Mountains, Paragliding, Calmness , trekker and car drive

Very nice to visit in winter ..full of snow..it's call Switzerland of India ..so cold

One of the best peaceful place. Just sit and enjoy the Greenery. Kids enjoy lot.