Once the capital of the princely state of Bushehar, Rampur presently one of the biggest commercial town of Himachal Pradesh. Located on the left bank of river Sutlet, the town was once a major center on the old trade routes to Kinnaur, Tibet, Ladakh and China. Even today the tradition is as vibrant as ever. Famous International Lavi Fair is held in November and Fag Mela in March every year.

How to Get There

134km from Shimla on NH-22, Rampur is connected by regular Bus/Taxi services. The nearest Raihead (134km) & Air (157km) are at Shimla. Rampur can be approached from Rohru via Sungri (90km) and from Kulu via Jalori Pass (190km).

Climate

In the winter the temperature can drop below freezing point when heavy woollens are required. In summer the temperature is very pleasant.

Places of Interest in and Around Rampur

Rampur Town (924m) :
There are many places for sight-seeing. Its old Hindu and Buddhist shrines include the Ragunath Temple, the Ayodhya temple, the Narasingh Temple and Dumgir Budh Temple which has a large prayer wheel and holds important scriptures. In an interesting mix of colonial and traditional styles, the Padam Palace is one of Rampur's major attractions.

Dutt Nagar (970m) :
12 km. Ancient village on the left bank of Satluj which derived its name from the ancient temple of God Dattatraya.

Nirath (950m) :
18 km. Famous for ancient and unique "Sun Temple" of Nirath and also for Bhimakali Temple.

Nirmand (1219m) :
17km. From Rampur. It has famous holy shrines of Lord Parshu Ram, Ambika and other temples having fine wood carvings. This is one of the biggest villages in H.P.