Khajjiar Lake, Dalhousie, Himachal Pradesh India

 Khajjiar LakeKhajjiar Lake is situated in the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh at an average elevation of 1,900 metres above mean sea level. It is located at a distance of sixteen kilometers from Dalhousie and twenty-five kilometers from Chamba.

A particular type of weed called vacha densely covers the shores of the lake. The lake depends on small streams and is a main source of water for the Kalatpe Sanctuary located in the Chamba district. The local people of the area consider the Khajjiar Lake as a sacred lake. There is a temple near the lake, which is the consecrated seat of Khajji Nag, a serpent god from which the lake gets its name. Every year a fair is held here.

For someone who is a nature lover, it is quite impossible to ignore the natural magnificence of Himachal Pradesh. Throughout the year a lot of visitors come here to enjoy the scenic locales. Tourists coming to Himachal Pradesh will never have a boring moment. Your itinerary would be choc-a-block with visit to the forts, monasteries and shrines. At all these places, you would get to see the cultural and historical heritage of the place. The lovely valleys, mountains, springs, wildlife destinations and lakes will also captivate you. A much treasured target for travelers coming here are the amazing lakes. Out of the several lakes of Himachal Pradesh, Khajjiar Lake is one which has become a favorite with the people coming here.

Khajjiar Lake is positioned at a height of 1900 m in the district of Chamba, 25 kms and 16 kms respectively from Chamba and Dalhousie. Khajjiar Lake is situated at the central part of a large Khajjiar glade. This lake is fed by small streams. It stays full of water during all the seasons. Consequently, it doesn't need any rain water for its survival. The dense forest of the Kalatope sanctuary in its neighborhood adds to the beauty of Khajjiar Lake.