In local parlance, the word for lot of water is "pulum". This is what has given Palampur (1249 m) its name and its water has given the valley so much of its character. Countless streams criss-cross the landscape and in their intricate mesh, hold tea gardens and rice fields. The town came into being when tea plantation was introduced in the 19th century and Palampur became a focus for the planters. Kangra tea, with its center at Palampur, has been internationally acclaimed since then.

To further bless the area with remarkable natural beauty, the Dhauladhar ranges rise dramatically just beyond Palampur. The town itself has interesting colonial architecture and the area around is richly garnished with historical temples and forts and scores of picturesque hamlets.

ACCESS : The airport is at Gaggal (Kangra) 37 km from Palampur. Nearest broad gauge railway station is at Pathankot at a distance of 115 km and the narrow gauge railway station is at Maranda, 4 km from the town. Taxis and buses are available at all places. By road Palampur is 545 km from Delhi..

The appropriately named hotel, The Tea Bud is run by Himachal Tourism at Palampur. In the finest part of town, with lush tea gardens just opposite, is the hotel. It has deodar and pine trees, the red-brick building is a heaven for those who seek solitude and privacy

PALAMPUR Set against the backdrop of the majestic Dhauladhar Mountains, Palampur derives its place name from the local word plum, or 'lots of water'. And water certainly abounds here. There are large rivulets-like the turbulent Bundla Khud-small streams and tiny brooks. It is this bounty of water and the unique character of the climate-cool breezes laden with moisture from the snows and warm sunshine-that have given Palampur the tea gardens that surround the own. Palampur owes much of its early rise and prosperity to tea-which attracted several European tea planters and their families. Several important Hindu shrines surround and a variety of sightseeing is at hand. Panchkarma therapy at Palampur is offered at Himachal Tourism Hotel Tea-Bud. Surrounded by tea gardens and trees of cedar and pine, this is located towards the upper end of town. The accommodation ranges from a Family Suite, Deluxe Bedrooms, Semi Deluxe Bedrooms and Regular Bedrooms. The rooms are airy, spacious, decently furnished and have attached baths with running hot and cold water. Room service, laundry and dry cleaning are available and car parking is on the premises.

AYURVEDIC TREATMENTS AT HOTEL TEA-BUD, PALAMPUR

ABHYANGAM (A whole body massage) The term “abhyanga” means oil massage, we do Abhyangam as a pre process of Panchakarma.Two expert therapists do the abhyangam in synchronised , systematic way . Massage increases metabolism which leads to better tissue respiration, increases circulation, causing the body to flush out its waste products more efficiently. Abhyanga improves concentration, intelligence, confidence, and youthfulness. It helps in alleviating Vata troubles. It provides comfort to the eyes, sound sleep, tones up the body, Improves flexibility, softness and firmness of the skin and for long life. It is the most ancient method used to remove muscular fatigue and pain the massage is done in a special wooden table called “Droni”.

Tariff 2015 - 2016
	Prime Time	Leisure Time
Tea Bud Suite (4 Bedded)	Rs.2600/-	Rs.1950/-
Double Bed Room Cozy Deluxe	Rs.2300/-	Rs.1725/-
Double Bed Room Deluxe	Rs.2000/-	Rs.1500/-
Double Bed Room Semi Deluxe	Rs.1700/-	Rs.1275/-
Double Bed Room Semi Deluxe	Rs.1700/-	Rs.1275/-
Double Bed Room Regular	Rs.1600/-	Rs.1200/-
Tax Extra 18.40%
Leisure Period:01st Jul, 2015 to 14th Sept, 2015. 16th Nov, 2015 to 31st Mar, 2016..
Prime Period: 01st Apr, 2015 to 30th Jun, 2015. 15th Sept, 2015 to 15th Nov, 2015..