Kangra
Home to Dharamshala and the Dalai Lama, known for its Tibetan influence, tea gardens, and natural beauty.
Geography
- Area
- 5,739 sq km
- Elevation
- 700-2,000 meters
- Terrain
- Valleys, mountains, and foothills of Dhauladhar range
- Rivers
- Beas, Banganga, Neugal, Binwa
Climate
- Summer
- 22°C to 38°C (April to June)
- Winter
- 5°C to 20°C (October to March)
- Rainfall
- 1,500-2,500 mm annually
- Best Time to Visit
- March to June and September to November
Demographics
- Population
- 1,510,075 (2011 Census)
- Density
- 263/sq km
- Literacy
- 85.67%
- Languages
- Hindi, Kangri, Tibetan, English
Economy
Main Sectors
- Tourism
- Agriculture
- Handicrafts
- Tea production
Specialties
- Kangra tea
- Tibetan handicrafts
- Miniature paintings
Industries
- Tourism
- Tea processing
- Handicrafts
Weather in Kangra
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