Khaniyara
Khaniyara is a suburb of Dharamshala town, situated in the foothills of Dhauladhar mountains, in Kangra district of the state of Himachal Pradesh, India.
Khaniyara | |
|---|---|
Suburb | |
| Country |  |
| State | Himachal Pradesh |
| District | Kangra |
| Languages | |
| • Official | Hindi |
| Time zone | UTC+5:30 (IST) |
Overview
Khaniyara got its name because of its slate deposits. It has slate mines and is a sight-seeing place. It is popular among local people as a picnic spot.
Khaniyara village Panchayat was one of the richest Panchayat in Asia.
- Food and Craft institute of India
- P.G Government College Regional Centre, Dharamshala
- Law College (under construction)
View of Dhauladhar Range from Trans Point, Khadota
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Attractions
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The suburb Khaniyara has several locations of attractions.
- Norbulingka Institute.
- Aghanjar Mahadev.
- Indru Nag Temple.
- Slate mines
- Trans Point, Khadota
- Small Hydel Projects at Manjhi and Manuni Khad
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