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History of Khajjiar
The history of Khajjiar is linked to
the rulers of Chamba. The local Rajput rulers ruled Chamba valley in the 6th
century ad and made it their capital city. This region became the part of the
Mughal Empire in the medieval period and later came under various Sikh
kingdoms. Finally, it was taken over by the British. It became a part of the
state of Himachal Pradesh when it came into being on April 15, 1948.
Tuorist Places in Khajjiar
Kalatope Khajjiar Sanctuary
It's possible to trek 30-km from Dalhousie to Chamba along the eastbound road from Gandhi Chowk. A short but steep ascent leads to the Kalatope wildlife sanctuary, from which one can walk into a pleasant track. Khajjiar Lake Fed by slim streams, this small lake rests in the center of the large glade of Khajjiar. The glade and the lake are held sacred to 'Khajjinag'- after whom the place is named. Golden Devi Temple Adding to the charms of Khajjiar, which also hugs a golden-domed Devi temple, is a golf course set in the midst of the idyllic surroundings. The golden spire of the Devi's abode beckons one to the fringe of the lake. Khajji Nag Temple A little away from the lake is the temple of Khajji Nag belonging to 12th century A.D. In the mandapa of the temple one can see the images of the Pandavas and the defeated Kaurvas hanging from the roof of the circumambulatory path. The sanctum of the temple has been beautifully carved from wood. The Lake: Khajjiar Set in the rolling green turf is a small lake. The earth is 'spongy' due to dense growth of weed called 'vacha' over which dust has formed a thick layer of earth.
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