Bir is considered as one of the best paragliding spots in the world. The take-off site is called Billing, and the landing site is Bir, and the altitude change overall is about 800 m. There are some nice cafes that dot the town and serve delicious food. The town of Bir is also an significant center of meditation and spiritual studies.

Places to Visit In Bir-Billing

Paragliding in Bir Billing



Bir-Billing is regarded as one of the world’s top three paragliding sites. Known as India’s Paragliding hub, Bir attracts adventure seekers from around the country and from around the world. Bir also hosts the pre-world cup for Paragliding during the month of October. The fun and entertaining paragliding practice is set between lush green meadows. The starting point is at Billing (2400 m) and landing takes place in the fields at Tibetan Colony’s western edge in Chowgan, Bir (14 km south).

Bir Tea Factory



The Bir Cooperative Tea Factory is situated near to Bir Bazaar Road and is another popular tourist location. With tea gardens and plantations flooding around the city, this factory produces local tea in this area. It also arranges tours around the factory for visitors. You’re sure to leave with an insight into the method of tea making, and a strong desire for local tea from Bir!

Chokling Monastery



Chokling Monastery, known in its entirety as Pema Ewan Chokgyur Gyurme Ling, was founded in the 1960s following Tibetans’ exile due to Chinese invasion under the leadership of the third Neten Chokling Rinpoche. Today this monastery stands alongside a three year retreat center as a fully built complex of quarters of stupas, temples and monks. The multi-colored flags flutter in the air producing psychedelic sounds in the air as if they were inviting you to shout with the millions of voices fighting for Tibet’s spirit. In front of the meditation center is a lush green lawn and the whole arrangement of the mountains and monastery is too stunning to be real.