hoshiarpur

This Sanctuary is situated at a distance of 15 kms from Hoshiarpur on Hoshiarpur Mehengrowal road. This Sanctuary is spread over 382 hctrs of Government area that falls in District Hoshiarpur. This Sanctuary is situated at the foothills of Shivalik Range of Himalayas and is representative of Foot Hill Ecosystem. It abodes a variety of wildlife species and is rich in floral diversity also. The famous sanctuary lies in the beautiful core of nature. It is located in the Shivalik range of the Himalayas. The enormous, mighty Himalayas surround the sanctuary lying in the foothills of the range. The sanctuary is one of the most famous and well maintained wild life sanctuaries of the nation. The site is covered with enormous and beautiful trees like pine, deodar, fur, eucalyptus from all sides. The site gets a unique identity in the core of nature, with the mighty Himalayas covering it from all sides and the thick green vegetation adding a peaceful tranquil feeling to it. The sanctuary is home to many wild animals like barking deer, jungle cats, tigers, jackals and many other endangered species. The place is visited by huge number of tourists all across the nation all year round.
 

The Tomb of Hazrat Shah Noor Jamal in the Saleran village is around 15 kms away from the city of Hoshiarpur, on the Hoshiarpur Dharamshala Road. It was built in Hijri 1334 and is famous for the two day annual fair held in the month of March. The tomb has three graves, including the grave of Shah Bur Jamal, a Muslim saint and the graves of his parents.
 

The Kamahi Devi Temple is at a distance of around 11 kms from Jhir di Khuhi on the main Mukerian Talwara Road. It is situated in the Beh Nangal village and is believed to have been built by the Pandavas. This temple was originally named as the Kamakshi Devi Temple which was later on changed to Kamahi Devi Temple.
 

Gurudwara Sri Tahli Sahib is situated in the Village Moonak Kalan, district Hoshiarpur. It can be reached via Tanda Dasua road. Sri Guru Har Gobind Sahib Ji came here after defeating abdul khan of Jalandhar in battle. Along with Guru Sahib was Bhai bidi chand ji, Bhai Bhana ji, Bhai Dingar ji, and Bhai Ananta ji. Guru Sahib tied his horse "sohela" with a tahli tree. A spring of water came when Guru Sahib's horse touched a stone with his hoof. This spring is still preserved here in the form of baoli here. Guru Sahib blessed that who so ever will take bath in this baoli clear heartedly, his wishes will be fulfilled.
 

Gurdwara Akalgarh was built in the memory of Guru Hargobind Singh, who stayed here for sometime on his way to Kiratpur. There is another gurdwara situated nearby, in the village of Moela Wahidpur. The Gurdwara Akalgarh is famous for the annual fair held in the month of June.
 

The Dera of Baba Charan Shah, also called as Udasin Ashram, is the historical religious place situated in the region of Hoshiarpur. It was setup 300 years ago and till now twelve gurus have graced the Dera with their presence. It is situated in the region of Bahadurgarh in Hoshiarpur and being neglected by tourism department. Now also it displays the aura of ancient ages and magnificent beauty of architecture.