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Why is Palampur A Volunteer’s Delight
Introduction
Palampur, tea producing and with jaw-dropping landscapes to see, is said to be a marvel amongst volunteers and travellers alike. But what exactly is it that makes Palampur such a volunteer’s delight? I will talk you through the several aspects that make it just that, below.
Palampur-'Tea Capital of Northwest India'
Tea, the love and addiction of many, is abundant
in what is known as the 'Tea Capital of
Northwest India', this is mainly due to the
strikingly beautiful aromatic and plentiful
tea gardens which were introduced to this
region by Dr. Jameson, Superintendent of
Botanical Gardens, in the mid 19th century.
Kangra tea, named after the valley where
Palampur is situated in, is popular and well loved
internationally.
Scenic Beauty in the midst of Himalayas
Another reason for the charm that is
Palampur is its truly stunning natural beauty.
Overlooked by the magnificent snow capped
Dhauladhar mountains, and bursting with
lush greenery and scenic streams which
Palampur is named after (“Pulum” referring
to the great amount of water), it is no
wonder that we strongly recommend this
haven of dense forestry, freshwater lakes,and
verdant hills to all manners of volunteers.
Hub of Historical Monuments
Palampur has copious amounts of
breathtaking sites to take in and visit. From
the Kangra and Kamlah Garh forts, to the
Sultanpur palace, Palampur is home to some
of the most beautiful historical sites in India.
There also a number of dazzling and tranquil
temples to visit in Palampur , these include
the Chamunda Devi Temple, Baijnath Temple
, Devi Latti Jakhni, and plenty more. History
and culture are rife in these parts, and you
will certainly not want to miss these when
volunteering in Palampur.
Festivals DelightFestivals are the epitome of India, and in Palampur it is no different. There are a few important festivals in Palampur: Sair, a local festival of the district which celebrates the rain season and black month (on this day the Sair deity is worshiped, food is offered, and children play games), Lohri and Maghi, this festival celebrated in mid January is accompanied by blazing bonfires, fanciful folk songs, and dramatic dancing! and finally Palampur Holi Fair which is probably the most famous. During this period a huge fair is held, where many singers visit, enlightening activities are presented, and spectacular representations of the gods are created. You would not like to leave without having experienced at least one!
Indulge in Adventure Activities
Trekking and Paragliding are a
percentage of the prevalent
escapade action choices in
Palampur. Actually, Palampur has
been named as the best paragliding
site on the planet. For trekking, the
kangra area is an unquestionable
requirement look at spot.
Varied Volunteering OpportunitiesAt Volunteering India we offer a variety of opportunities in this volunteer’s delight. You may choose to take up a volunteer ship with children in Palampur, and this is especially rewarding if you love and have a soft spot for children: from helping with teaching programs, to showing affection and aiding homeless or mentally disabled children, these particular projects are perfectly suited to your aims and passions. Or if you are looking for something a little different you may embark on a summer volunteer or two week special program, where you will volunteer in a couple of different organizations and get the opportunity to go extreme sightseeing! So what are you waiting for? Volunteers can choose a program of their choice and spend some quality time in this wonderful green hill station!
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