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Thangal Para

Thangal Para
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Adventure / Trekking | Hill Station | Historical & Heritage | Nature & Park
4.5 / 5
  • Timings : 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
  • Entry Fee : None
  • My Holiday HappinessDistance from near by city 6.4 KMs from Vagamon
  • My Holiday HappinessTrip duration (including travel in hours)1 Hour
  • My Holiday HappinessTransportation OptionsSedan - AC (4+1), SUV - AC (7+1), Tempo Traveller - AC (12+1)
  • My Holiday HappinessTravel Tips None

Thangal Para is a beautiful place which is located at a distance of 7 km from Vagamon. The place is well known because of its greenery and beautiful temples. Not only this, but Thangal Para is considered as one of the most visited tourist places.

There is a unique Rock formation that is present on the top of the Thangal Para hill. Here is the Tomb of Sheikh Fariduddin. Sheikh Fariduddin was a very famous Sufi saint of Afghanistan. The place is considered as one of the most sacred places. Not only this, but the place is very famous for adventure lovers also.

You can visit the place easily in 1 to 2 hours. There is a very famous ancient cave also near the place, so it will be highly recommended to visit that also while going for different place to visit in Vagamon.

After all this, you can enjoy the local cuisine of the place. There is a nearby reservoir also, which you can easily visit. Different types of cultural festivals also happen here. So if you are interested, you can check in advance only regarding the festivals.

History of Thangal Para

The meaning of Thangal Para is Saint Rock. It is believed that the place is the Tomb of Sheikh Fariduddin.

Sheikh Fariduddin was involved in different types of spiritual teaching in the Islamic tradition. It is believed that if any person is going to Thangal Para, they will be blessed.

Along with the Tomb of Sheikh Fariduddin, you will find a temple and a church also nearby only.

Overall, the place is a very beautiful place which is showing great traditional and spiritual significance. 

Along with visiting the place, you should enjoy the nearby places also, as they are very beautiful. So, while going for Vagamon tour packages, just have a look at this place also.

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