Located in the enchanting valley of Sutluj, the district of Bilaspur attracts several tourist who are overwhelmed at the captivating scenic beauty of the region. Spread over an area of 1,167 sq. km, Bilaspur encompasses a total population of 340735 lakhs.
Traditionally the royal seat of the mighty rulers of the Chanderwanshi dynasty of the Rajput clan, the place has witnessed a metamorphosis since the ancient times. Some of the important places of Bilaspur that attracts several tourist are:
- Swarghat- The royal abode of the ruler of Bilaspur of the ancient times, the Swarghat attracts many tourist because of its natural scenic beauty
- Namhol- The tiny village is famous for its enchanting and exotic natural beauty that captivates the tourist and fills them with an intense feeling of pleasure
- Bhakra Dam- Known to be the highest gravity dam of our country, the multi purpose Bhakra Dam is an important tourist sight of Bilaspur
- Govind Sagar Lake- The Govind Sagar Lake has derived its name from the great religious leader of the Sikhs, Guru Govind Singh. The beautiful lake is the result of the Bhakra Dam that attracts many tourist through out the year
- New Bilaspur Town- The new and modern town of Bilaspur draws numerous visitors who are enthralled by the splendid view of nature
- Deoli Fish Farm- Located at a stone's throw distance of 15 kilometer from Bilaspur town, the Deoli Fish Farm has a rich reserve of varieties of colorful and attractive fishes
- Kandrour Bridge- Situated over the River Satluj, the Kandrour Bridge portrays the engineering skills of the modern era
The present district of Bilaspur is a perfect blend of rich antecedents and modern engineering skills that imparts an unique character to the region.
