Sidhbari

Sidhbari
Suburb
Overview of Sidhbari and Fatehpur in the Kangra Valley
Sidhbari Show map of Himachal Pradesh Sidhbari Show map of India Location in Himachal Pradesh, India
Coordinates: 32°10′46″N 76°22′41″E / 32.1793901°N 76.3779831°E / 32.1793901; 76.3779831Coordinates: 32°10′46″N 76°22′41″E / 32.1793901°N 76.3779831°E / 32.1793901; 76.3779831
Country	India
State	Himachal Pradesh
District	Kangra
Languages
• Official	Hindi
Time zone	IST (UTC+5:30)

Sidhbari is a suburb of Dharamshala town, situated in the foothills of Dhauladhar mountains, in Kangra district of the state of Himachal Pradesh, India.

Sidhbari derives its name from a sage, Baba Sidh. It is believed by the locals that the dhuni (burning piece of wood) here has been burning for centuries and has never been extinguished even once. Hence the vibhuti (ash) is said to have the sacred blessings of the Sidh Baba.

Since 2000, Sidhbari has also been associated as the temporary residence of the Karmapa (Ogyen Trinley Dorje). The place is called Gyotu Monastery and is believed to be a teaching place for tantra vidya.

Himachal Pradesh Vidhan Sabha is also situated here.

The small town of Sidhbari is bustling with activity due to several local attractions.

There are various options to reach Sidhbari .