Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India

Places to visit near Yol

Yol is a town in Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India, home to about 11,314 people. Within 50 km by road there are 111 places to visit — 29 temples, 9 lakes, dams & reservoirs, 7 forts & heritage and 11 hill stations & viewpoints. The must-see places are Shaktipeeth Shri Bajreshwari Devi Temple, Nagarkot (12 km), Kangra Fort (13 km) and Masroor Rock-cut Temple (14 km).

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Yol at a glance

Location
Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India
Population
about 11,314
Coordinates
32.1642° N, 76.1962° E
Places within 50 km
111 (20 must-see)
Best time to visit
August to December when reservoirs are full and gates may open for lakes, dams & reservoirs; October to February for forts & heritage; year-round for temples
Nearest city
Dharamshala, 17 km
Railway station
Kangra (KGRA), 13 km
Airport
Kangra Airport (DHM), 8 km

Top places to visit near Yol

Ranked by how worth the drive they are from Yol: must-see places and the closest well-loved spots first. Open a place for photos, today’s visitor status, timings and directions.

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Temples near Yol

55 temples within 100 km of Yol. The closest is Tatpani Temple (5 km); the best-known is Shaktipeeth Shri Bajreshwari Devi Temple, Nagarkot (12 km). Best time: year-round.

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Lakes, dams & reservoirs near Yol

24 lakes, dams & reservoirs within 100 km of Yol. The closest is Bhali Lake (13 km). Best time: august to december when reservoirs are full and gates may open.

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Forts & heritage near Yol

21 forts & heritage within 100 km of Yol. The closest is Kangra Fort (13 km). Best time: october to february.

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Hill stations & viewpoints near Yol

21 hill stations & viewpoints within 100 km of Yol. The closest is Sunset Point (13 km); the best-known is Naddi View Point (18 km). Best time: october to february for cool, clear air.

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Wildlife, forests & gardens near Yol

17 wildlife, forests & gardens within 100 km of Yol. The closest is Tea Gardens Dharamshala Narghota (15 km); the best-known is Dhauladhar Nature Park (Zoo) (31 km). Best time: november to march for sightings.

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Waterfalls near Yol

12 waterfalls within 100 km of Yol. The closest is Machhial Water Falls (1 km); the best-known is Bhagsu Nag Waterfall (21 km). Best time: july to january, best august to november right after rains.

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A one-day trip from Yol

5 of the best places within 60 km, in driving order so you don’t double back: about 72 km on the road.

  1. Start in Yol
  2. 14 km Masroor Rock-cut Temple · temple, Kangra
  3. 14 km Kangra Fort · fort, Kangra
  4. 3 km Shaktipeeth Shri Bajreshwari Devi Temple, Nagarkot · temple, Kangra
  5. 15 km State War Memorial · monument, Kangra
  6. 8 km Naddi View Point · viewpoint, Kangra
  7. 18 km Back to Yol

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How to reach Yol

  • By train: Kangra (KGRA) — about 13 km from the centre
  • By train: Kandrori (KNDI) — about 62 km from the centre
  • By air: Kangra Airport (DHM), Kangra — about 8 km by road
  • By air: Pathankot Airport (IXP), Pathankot — about 67 km by road
  • By road from Dharamshala: about 17 km · directions
  • By road from Dalhousie: about 58 km · directions
  • By road from Kullu: about 111 km · directions

All places near Yol by distance

Within 15 km of Yol

15–50 km — half-day trips

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Count by type (within 100 km)

Places near Yol by type
TypeWithin 50 kmWithin 100 kmNearest
Temples2955Tatpani Temple (5 km)
Lakes, dams & reservoirs924Bhali Lake (13 km)
Forts & heritage721Kangra Fort (13 km)
Hill stations & viewpoints1121Sunset Point (13 km)
Wildlife, forests & gardens717Tea Gardens Dharamshala Narghota (15 km)
Other attractions1013Tatpani Hot Spring (5 km)
Waterfalls512Machhial Water Falls (1 km)
Treks811Dhauladhar Trek (12 km)
Museums79Archaeological Museum Kangra Fort (13 km)
Parks58Common Plot (13 km)
Buddhist sites47Main Temple (10 km)
Caves45Shiva Temple Cave (10 km)
Churches23St. James Church Kangra (12 km)
Jain sites22Shree Kangra Jain Shwetambar Tirth (13 km)
Mosques & dargahs11Jama Masjid (16 km)

Yol: questions travellers ask

What are the best places to visit near Yol?

Shaktipeeth Shri Bajreshwari Devi Temple, Nagarkot (temple, about 12 km), Kangra Fort (fort, about 13 km), Masroor Rock-cut Temple (temple, about 14 km), State War Memorial (monument, about 15 km), Naddi View Point (viewpoint, about 18 km), Dalai Lama Temple, Tsuglagkhang Complex (temple, about 18 km).

How many tourist places are there within 50 km of Yol?

111 places on Spotwander: 29 temples, 9 lakes, dams & reservoirs, 7 forts & heritage, 11 hill stations & viewpoints, 7 wildlife, forests & gardens.

Which is the nearest temple to Yol?

Tatpani Temple, about 5 km by road; Temple (11 km) is next.

Which is the nearest lake to Yol?

Bhali Lake, about 13 km by road; Dal Lake (18 km) is next.

Which is the nearest fort to Yol?

Kangra Fort, about 13 km by road; State War Memorial (15 km) is next.

What is a good one-day trip from Yol?

Start in Yol, visit Masroor Rock-cut Temple, then Kangra Fort, then Shaktipeeth Shri Bajreshwari Devi Temple, Nagarkot, then State War Memorial, then Naddi View Point, and drive back — about 72 km by road in all.

What is the best time to visit places near Yol?

August to December when reservoirs are full and gates may open for lakes, dams & reservoirs; October to February for forts & heritage; year-round for temples.

How do I reach Yol?

By train: Kangra (KGRA), about 13 km away. By air: Kangra Airport (DHM), about 8 km by road. By road: 17 km from Dharamshala.

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