Adventurous Trip To Billing: Paragliding & Camping

Introduction

Bir Billing is located in the Shimla hills region in the northern part of India. Snow-capped mountains and green valleys surround this town. Many popular tourist attractions are nearby, including the Naldehra golf course, Prince of Wales museum, and Sanawar gardens. With an estimated population of around 100,000, this place is made beautiful with various flora species, fauna, and historic buildings, including Jakhu Temple, Viceregal Lodge, and Kufri toy train.

Bir Billing is not just a place but an experience that will leave you with a lifetime memory.

 The beautiful hill state of Himachal Pradesh is known for its natural beauty, snowcapped mountains, temples, holy rivers, and much more. It is a trendy tourist destination in India, and many national and international tourists visit every year. 

There are So many places to see in Himachal Pradesh. They are listed below:

Tibetan Monasteries

The Tibetan monasteries located in Himachal Pradesh are the most famous places to visit in Himachal Pradesh. They have very spiritual and religious values. The Dalai Lama resides here. Many Buddhist monasteries attract tourists from all over the world.

Bhrigu Lake

The Bhrigu lake is situated at 13,000 feet above sea level on the Kullu Manali highway. It is one of the most beautiful lakes in India, lying amidst lush green forests and snow-capped mountain peaks.

Kullu Valley

The Kullu valley attracts tourists worldwide with its natural beauty, scenic landscapes, and captivating charm. The valley features deep gorges and tall mountains besides numerous waterfalls and glaciers. Places to visit in Kullu include Bhuntar Fort and Bhagsu Nag.

Camp­ing

Camping in Bir Billing-Himachal Pradesh

The best time for camping in Bir Billing is May to June and September to October. There are also some good places for camping in the winter season, but you need to take precautions for snowfall.

Important:

If you are going for a long drive, don't forget to charge your mobile. There're no mobile charging stations.

If you have a big car, there will be sufficient parking space available.

-There is a particular place where you can park your bike or car. You don't have to worry about the safety of your vehicle while you are camping.

Ensure that you have all the necessary items like a sleeping bag, blankets, food, etc. There is no place nearby where you can buy anything if you forget it.

-There are toilets available but they are not very clean.

-The best time to enjoy the beauty of nature is at sunrise and sunset. So wake up early and enjoy the view of Sun Rays falling on the trees and mountains around the place. You'll feel like you are in Heaven. 

 Paraglid­ing (Tand­oor)

Paraglid­ing is also known as Tand­door, which means "from the roof" in Himachal Pradesh. It is flying with parachutes, without using any engine (like a plane) or power (like a helicopter). The paraglider uses the air current to fly. It's widespread in Himachal Pradesh. It is the most popular sport in Himachal Pradesh. The paragliding training center is located in Bir Billing, Himachal Pradesh, established by Mr. Joginder Singh Rathore and Mr. Satyanarayan Sharma.

Paraglid­ing schools in Bir Billing are run by this talented duo for all the national and international paragliding aspirants.

Apart from paragliding training and expertise, Bir Billing also offers rafting and pony rides to tourists worldwide. Several hotels and resorts are available here for tourists to stay at affordable prices.

Bir Billing has also been selected as one of the best destinations for adventure tourism in India by the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India.

 Trekking In Bir Billing

This place is situated at an altitude of 2,198 m (7,208 ft) and is one of the most beautiful hill stations in the state. It is famous for its breathtaking natural beauty, serene surroundings, and pleasant weather throughout the year. In winters, you can enjoy skiing and snowboarding, while in summers, you can enjoy trekking and hiking. The trekking trail passes through pine trees, apple orchards, and rhododendron forests which are stunning.

The place offers various activities like rock climbing, river rafting, horse riding, etc. This place will leave you spellbound with its natural beauty, and there are several places to visit like – Bhimakali temple, Hanuman temple, and Ghurni village, which contains an ancient fort. Another major attraction of this place is Kata-Katas, a cluster of five lakes offering a spectacular view from above.

Local food

You can also enjoy local food here as there are several restaurants nearby where you get delicious food at a pocket-friendly price tag. 

Best time to visit

The best time to visit the place is between June and October when the weather remains pleasant. It is advisable to carry your jackets as it gets cold early morning and late evening.

Takeaway: 

Billing is a good place for adventure lovers. But the best thing about it is the weather, it's too cool and breezy in this place, making the day more active. You can enjoy trekking, rock climbing and many other activities like that. The site is just next to Shimla, so you can also visit Shimla. It has a nice view of nature.