Dharamshala Himachal Pradesh

Break free from the drudgery of daily life and let yourself loose in the lap of Mother Nature in the enchanting Dharamshala. It is a celestial destination endowed with sheer natural beauty and peaceful environment. Roosted in the majestic Himalayas in the state of Himachal Pradesh, this picturesque destination is a famous hill station of India. It is a jewel of Kangra Valley where tourists come from far and wide.

Ice-encrusted Mountain peaks to scenic beauty, rivers, lakes, valleys and ancient temples, Dharamshala has a lot to leave you enchanted. It is also the residence of the Dalai Lama and a center of Tibetan Buddhism. It is divided into two parts- the Upper and Lower Dharamshala, which differs almost a thousand meters in height. Upper Dharamshala is called McLeod Ganj, retaining a British colonial atmosphere, whereas lower Dharamshala is the commercial center.

Some of the famous attractions of Dharamshala are:

Kangra Art Museum

This museum displays Kangra valley's cultural heritage. The main highlight of the museum is the various arts and crafts dating back to the 5th century. Kangra Art Museum is a fascinating destination of Dharamshala. The museum displays beautiful miniature paintings, sculptures, pottery and anthropological items.

War Memorial

This war memorial is dedicated to the heroes of Himachal Pradesh who sacrificed their life for their country.

Dall Lake

It is a mesmerizing lake surrounded by Deodar trees which makes it all the more picturesque. It is 11 km off Dharamshala. It is a famous picnic spot where people come to spend some quality time with their loved ones.

St. John Church

It is a beautiful church located only 8 km from Dharamshala.

Tatwani and Machhrial

These are the wonderful attractions located only 25 km from Dharamshala. The hot water springs at Tatwani and a waterfall at Machhrial will surely capture your heart.

Bhagsunath Temple

Pay a visit to this ancient temple which is located only 11 km from Dharamshala. The fresh water springs near the temple are considered holy by the Hindus.

Kunal Pathri

Kunal Pathri boasts of mesmerizing rock temples.

Dharmkot

Treat your senses to the breathtaking views of the Kangra Valley and Dauladhar ranges at Dharmkot. This enchanting place is located only 11 km from Dharamshala.

Chinmaya Tapovan

It is a beautiful ashram which has a 9 m high idol of Lord Hanuman, a Ram temple, a meditation hall, a school and a health center.

Shopping

Browse the bazaars of Dharamshala where you will find beautiful handicrafts such as carpets, metal ware, jewelry, jackets, hand knitted cardigans and gloves etc.

Accommodation in Dharamshala:

From luxury hotels to Economy class hotels and Budget hotels, you will find a variety of hotels in Dharamshala.

How to Reach Dharamshala:

By Air: Gaggal airport is the nearest airport (15 km from Dharamshala).

By Rail: Kangra and Nagrota (about 20 km south of Dharamsala) are the nearest railway stations. Besides, Pathankot connects Dharamshala to Jammu by railway line.

By Road:Dharamshala is well connected to Delhi and all the major cities of Himachal Pradesh by road.

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