Sunday 1 January 2012

Paragliding in Bir Billing

          The Bir-Billing area is noted as a popular site for paraglider pilots, both Indians and visitors from all over the world.


          The Bir-Billing area is noted as a popular site for paraglider pilots, both Indians and visitors from all over the world. The flying season is from September to November, with some flying also done in October. The village continues to host periodic international competitions and events. The paragliding launch site is in the meadow at Billing (14 km north of Bir), at an elevation of approximately 2400 metres (7874 feet), while the landing site and most tourist accommodations are in the village of Chowgan (also spelled Chaugan), on the southern edge of Bir.