History of Haripur
The town of Haripur was founded by the British in 1853. It was initially known as Campbellpur, after Sir Donald Campbell, the lieutenant governor of the Punjab. The town was renamed Haripur in honour of Sir Hari Singh, the raja of Jammu and Kashmir, in 1874.
Best Time To Visit Haripur
The best time to visit Haripur is from September to November and from March to May.
Tips For Visiting Haripur
Some tips for visiting Haripur would include bringing along warm clothing as the weather can be quite cold, particularly during the winter months. It is also advisable to bring along sunscreen, hats and sunglasses as the weather can be quite sunny.
How To Reach Haripur
By road, Haripur is well connected to Kangra and other major towns of Himachal Pradesh.