Bir is a beautiful village in the Dhauladhar Range of the foothills of Himalayas. The city lies in the District of Kangra and is located in the Joginder Nagar Valley of the state Himachal Pradesh. It is also a major hub for meditation, ecotourism, spiritual studies and Tibetan culture. The Deer Park Institute which indulges in the study of classical Indian wisdom traditions and Dharmalaya Institue which focusses on compassionate living, education and service are the famous institutions which are based here. Bir is also famous for its Tea Factory which takes its visitors to a different understanding of Tea, starting from the tea leaves to its final production. It is also one of the best places to enjoy the sport of Paragliding.
Flying to Bir: Kangra Airport (67.8 km away) id the nearest airport to BIR. Located in the Gaggal area of Kangra it offers domestic flights to Delhi and Chandigarh.
Driving to Bir:
| Destination | Distance (km) | Time (hh:mm) |
|---|---|---|
| Palampur | 30 km | 1:00 |
| Kangra | 65.3 km | 2:04 |
| Dharamshala | 67.4 km | 2:14 |
| Manali | 159.4 km | 5:07 |
| Dalhousie | 174.8 km | 5:22 |
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