Chowgan Tea Gardens
General Details: The Chowgan Tea Gardens are a sprawling expanse of lush tea plantations located in the lower part of Bir. These gardens are famous for producing high-quality Kangra tea, known for its distinct aroma and flavor. A walk through the narrow paths of the tea estate offers a refreshing es cape into nature, with the backdrop of the majestic Dhauladhar mountains. You can often see local women expertly plucking tea leaves and carrying them in traditional baskets. The cool breeze and the scent of fresh tea leaves make it a favorite spot for evening strolls. It is one of the most photographed locations in Bir, offering a serene contrast to the adventure sports of the region.
General information
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Ideal Duration:
Duration: 1 to 2 Hours.Place Type:
Category: Nature & Plantation.Entry Fees:
Entry Charges: There is no entry fee to walk through the public paths of the Chowgan Tea Gardens.
Factory Tours: Some private tea factories nearby may charge a small fee of 20 to 50 rupees for a guided tour of the processing unit. ...Entry Charges: There is no entry fee to walk through the public paths of the Chowgan Tea Gardens.
Factory Tours: Some private tea factories nearby may charge a small fee of 20 to 50 rupees for a guided tour of the processing unit.Timing:
Regular Hours: The gardens are open 24 hours, but it is safest to visit between 7:00 AM and 6:30 PM.
Ideal Visit Time: Early morning (7:00 AM) or late afternoon (4:30 PM) offers the best lighting and the most pleasant temperature. ...Regular Hours: The gardens are open 24 hours, but it is safest to visit between 7:00 AM and 6:30 PM.
Ideal Visit Time: Early morning (7:00 AM) or late afternoon (4:30 PM) offers the best lighting and the most pleasant temperature.Special Events:
Tea Harvest Festival: During the peak plucking seasons, small local gatherings celebrate the beginning of the harvest cycle.
World Tea Day: Occasional workshops and awareness programs about organic tea farming are held for tourists and local...Tea Harvest Festival: During the peak plucking seasons, small local gatherings celebrate the beginning of the harvest cycle.
World Tea Day: Occasional workshops and awareness programs about organic tea farming are held for tourists and locals.Best Photo Spots:
Dhauladhar Backdrop: The best photo spot is where the tea rows lead the eye toward the snow-capped mountain peaks.
Among the Bushes: Standing between the rows of tea plants provides an immersive and vibrant green background for portraits.Dhauladhar Backdrop: The best photo spot is where the tea rows lead the eye toward the snow-capped mountain peaks.
Among the Bushes: Standing between the rows of tea plants provides an immersive and vibrant green background for portraits.
Sunset Over the Hills: The western edge of the gardens offers a clear view of the horizon for stunning sunset photography.Photo Gallery
Things To Do
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Nature Walks: Take a slow, leisurely walk through the rows of tea bushes and enjoy the tranquility of the surroundings.
Interact with Workers: Learn about the tea-plucking process by talking to the friendly local workers in the gardens.
Tea Tasting: Visit the nearby tea processing units to taste different varieties of fresh Kangra green and black tea.
Photography: The symmetry of the tea rows and the mountain views make it a paradise for landscape photographers.
Picnicking: Find a quiet spot on the outskirts of the plantation to enjoy a peaceful picnic with views of the valley.
Watch the Sunset: The gardens offer a beautiful vantage point to see the sun go down behind the rolling hills.
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Why Famous:
Kangra Tea: Famous for being a part of the historic Kangra tea belt, producing some of the finest organic tea in India.
Scenic Beauty: Renowned for its picturesque rows of tea bushes that look like a green sea against the mountain backdrop. ...Kangra Tea: Famous for being a part of the historic Kangra tea belt, producing some of the finest organic tea in India.
Scenic Beauty: Renowned for its picturesque rows of tea bushes that look like a green sea against the mountain backdrop. -
Architecture:
Landscape Architecture: The gardens follow a terraced plantation layout designed for optimal drainage and sunlight on the hills.
Structural Dimensions: The tea estates in the Chowgan area cover over 50 acres of land, with tea bushes pruned t...Landscape Architecture: The gardens follow a terraced plantation layout designed for optimal drainage and sunlight on the hills.
Structural Dimensions: The tea estates in the Chowgan area cover over 50 acres of land, with tea bushes pruned to a height of 3 to 4 feet for easy harvesting. -
How To Reach:
By Air: Kangra Airport is about 68 KMS away; from there, one can take a taxi or a bus to reach Bir.
By Train: The nearest railhead is Pathankot (142 KMS), with the narrow-gauge Ahju station just 4 KMS from the gardens.
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Near Tourist Places:
Bir Tibetan Colony (1 KM), Bir Landing Site (1. 2 KM), Chokling Monastery (1 KM), Deer Park Institute (1. 5 KM), Bir Tea Factory (0. 5 KM), Gunehar (4 KM), Baijnath (11 KM), Sherab Ling (8 KM), Billing (15 KM), Palampur (28 KM).
Tourism Tips
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Stay on Paths: Avoid trampling on the tea bushes or plucking leaves yourself, as it can damage the plants and affect the yield.
Footwear Choice: Wear comfortable walking shoes or sneakers as the paths through the gardens can be uneven and mu...
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