Himachal Pradesh ·
Bilaspur
Bilaspur is a town in Himachal Pradesh that can be regarded as the first planned hill town in the country. The best months for visiting are from September to December.
Bilaspur at a Glance
Why Bilaspur?
The highlights, landmarks and experiences that make this destination worth visiting.
- Bhakra Dam
- Gobind Sagar Lake
- Kandrour Bridge
- Deoli Fish Farm
- Namhol
Bilaspur at a Glance
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Places to Visit
- Bhakra Dam: The highest straight gravity dam in the world occupies the predominant position amongst the places of tourist interest.
- Gobind Sagar Lake: Has been created by the huge hydel dam at Bhakra and is named in honour of Gobind Singh the Tenth Sikh guru. One of the world's highest gravity dams, the Bhakra rises 225.5 m above its lowest foundations.
- Kandrour Bridge: Very beautiful and fascinating bridge. Its construction was started in April,1959 and was completed in 1965.
- Deoli Fish Farm: Comprising 4.4 hectares comes in existence 1962. It consists of two big brood stock tanks and 14 nursery ponds.
- Namhol: There is a Thakurdwar which was built by Raja Amar Chand in 1883 A.D. Brass idols of Ram, Lakshman, Sita and Hanuman are installed in the temple.
Things to Do
- Para-gliding: Before 1994, there was hardly any para-gliding or hang gliding pilot in Himachal Pradesh, excepting one, Roshan Lal Thakur from Manali, who had acquired some skill in flying from foreign pilots, often visiting Manali as tourist.
- Water and River Sports: Govind Sagar reservoir in Bilaspur (H.P.) with its 56 km length and nearly 3 km breadth, offers a variety of water sports activities in close collaboration with the Directorate tourism and Civil Aviation and Directorate of Mountaineering and Allied Sports.
- Fort of Bachhretu: Magnificent and sweeping view of Gobind Sagar and the surrounding hills. The fort was constructed by Raja Ratan Chand of Bilaspur who ruled from 1355 to 1406.
- Fort of Bahadurpur: The range derives its name from the Bahadurpur fort. Due to its comparatively greater height it receives occasional snow fall in winter.
- Fort of Kotkahlur: Raja Bir Chand, an ancestor of Raja Kahal Chand, built a palace-cum-fort called Kot Kahlur. The state was called Kahlur till such time the seat of Government was shifted to Bilaspur.
- Fort of Sariun: Played its usual role in the struggle between the erstwhile State of Bilaspur and Kangra during the minority rule of Mohan Chand. Nothing now remains of the fort except its ruin.
Sightseeing Places
- Bhakra Dam: The highest straight gravity dam in the world occupies the predominant position amongst the places of tourist interest.
- Gobind Sagar Lake: Has been created by the huge hydel dam at Bhakra and is named in honour of Gobind Singh the Tenth Sikh guru. One of the world's highest gravity dams, the Bhakra rises 225.5 m above its lowest foundations.
- Kandrour Bridge: Very beautiful and fascinating bridge. Its construction was started in April,1959 and was completed in 1965.
- Deoli Fish Farm: Comprising 4.4 hectares comes in existence 1962. It consists of two big brood stock tanks and 14 nursery ponds.
- Namhol: There is a Thakurdwar which was built by Raja Amar Chand in 1883 A.D. Brass idols of Ram, Lakshman, Sita and Hanuman are installed in the temple.
Places That Define Bilaspur
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Bhakra Dam
The highest straight gravity dam in the world occupies the predominant position amongst the places of tourist interest.
Gobind Sagar Lake
Has been created by the huge hydel dam at Bhakra and is named in honour of Gobind Singh the Tenth Sikh guru. One of the world's highest gravity dams, the Bhakra rises 225.5 m above its lowest foundations.
Kandrour Bridge
Very beautiful and fascinating bridge. Its construction was started in April,1959 and was completed in 1965.
Deoli Fish Farm
Comprising 4.4 hectares comes in existence 1962. It consists of two big brood stock tanks and 14 nursery ponds.
Namhol
There is a Thakurdwar which was built by Raja Amar Chand in 1883 A.D. Brass idols of Ram, Lakshman, Sita and Hanuman are installed in the temple.
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- When to Visit: Climate-based guidance for choosing your dates.
- Getting Around: How to reach and move around.
- Budget & Practical Tips: Costs and safety notes from local guidebook sources.
How to Reach
- By Air: The nearest airport is Kullu Manali Airport (KUU), about 72 km from Bilaspur.
- By Train: The nearest railway station is Kiratpur Sahib railway station, about 24 km from central Bilaspur.
Best Time to Visit
- Summer: Summer in Bilaspur (Apr, May, Jun) averages 20–33°C with about 66 mm of rain per month.
- Monsoon: Monsoon in Bilaspur (Jul, Aug, Sep) averages 24–31°C with about 174 mm of rain per month.
- Post-monsoon: Post-monsoon in Bilaspur (Oct, Nov) averages 14–26°C with about 22 mm of rain per month.
- Winter: Winter in Bilaspur (Dec, Jan, Feb) averages 8–21°C with about 30 mm of rain per month.
Weather
- Summer: Average highs of 33°C and lows of 20°C.
- Monsoon: Average highs of 31°C and lows of 24°C.
- Post-monsoon: Average highs of 26°C and lows of 14°C.
- Winter: Average highs of 21°C and lows of 8°C.
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Spiritual & Religious
History
- Summary: Bilaspur is a town in Himachal Pradesh that can be regarded as the first planned hill town in the country. The best months for visiting are from September to December.
- Overview: Bilaspur is a town in Himachal Pradesh that can be regarded as the first planned hill town in the country. The best months for visiting are from September to December.
- Ancient History: Bilaspur was the capital of a state of the same name founded in the 7th century, also known as Kahlur. The ruling dynasty were Chandel Rajputs, who claimed descent from the rulers of Chanderi in present-day Madhya Pradesh. Rani Champa of Bilaspur made an offer to the Guru of a piece of land in her state, which the Guru accepted at the cost of 500 rupees. The land consisted of the villages of Lodipur, Mianpur, and Sahota.
Architecture Guide
- Summary: Bilaspur is a town in Himachal Pradesh that can be regarded as the first planned hill town in the country. The best months for visiting are from September to December.
- Overview: Bilaspur is a town in Himachal Pradesh that can be regarded as the first planned hill town in the country. The best months for visiting are from September to December.
The Sacred Heart of Bilaspur
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Significance
Bilaspur was the capital of a state of the same name founded in the 7th century, also known as Kahlur. The ruling dynasty were Chandel Rajputs, who claimed descent from the rulers of Chanderi in present-day Madhya Pradesh.
Historical Significance
Bilaspur was the capital of a state of the same name founded in the 7th century, also known as Kahlur. The ruling dynasty were Chandel Rajputs, who claimed descent from the rulers of Chanderi in present-day Madhya Pradesh.
Frequently Asked Questions
Bilaspur is most comfortable in January, February, March, April and September, when average daytime highs stay at or below 32°C and rainfall is low. The hottest month is May (average high 34°C) and the wettest months are July and August.
The nearest airport is Kullu Manali Airport (KUU), about 72 km away. The nearest railway station is Kiratpur Sahib railway station, about 24 km away. See the How to Reach page for road, rail and air details.
Main attractions include Bhakra Dam, Gobind Sagar Lake, Kandrour Bridge, Deoli Fish Farm and Namhol.
A stay of 1 day covers the main sights. Ready-made 1-day and 2-day itineraries are linked on this page.
Average highs range from 18°C to 34°C over the year, with about 931 mm of rain in total.
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