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Chamba is an ancient town in the Chamba district in the state of Himachal Pradesh in northern India. Located at an altitude of 996 metres (3268 ft) above mean sea level the town is situated on the banks of the Ravi River (a major tributary of the Trans-Himalayan Indus River) at its confluence with the Sal River. Chamba was founded by Raja Varman who named the town after his daughter Champavati.The small town of Chamba is located amidst the Shivalik ranges and is famous for its temples. The architecture of the temples of Chamba reflects the unmatched architectural superiority of the Indian sculptures.Chamba has a grassy promenade which is the focus for the Sui Mata and Minjar festivals. Chamba is also well noted for its arts and crafts particularly its Pahari paintings which originated in the Hill Kingdoms of North India between the 17th and 19th century and its handicrafts and textiles.
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