A local Guide to Bir Billing- the Paragliding Capital

Tripoto
12th Sep 2019
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Tibetan Monastery in Bir Billing

Bir and Billing are two hidden treasures of Himachal Pradesh. They are nestled together in the famous Kangra Valley. They are about 14 km away from each other, at an altitude of more than 1500 meters, making the twin villages the paragliding capital of India, and the 2nd best paragliding site in the entire world.

Kangra Valley

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Winter Wonderland

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View from Hostel Bir Nest 😍

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Bir Billing is home to both native Himachal people and Tibetan refugees. The village is truly peaceful, having numerous monasteries and being a hub for meditation.

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I have prepared this blog to provide my readers with a complete guide on Bir Billing – including the places to stay at, the itinerary, hidden gems, and useful tips for planning a trip. Go ahead and read on!

Bir is both touristy and an adventure spot at the same time. For me, it isn’t a destination, it is a beautiful feeling. The tranquillity and serenity are unexplainable, with the most beautiful sunsets and skies. While Bir Billing is ideally a weekend getaway, even a week spent in this beautiful place is less.

Landing Site - Perfect to watch sunsets

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Chokling Monastery

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The back seating of Avva's Cafe

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Bajinath Mandir

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