Dalhousie is a serene town that still has its natural beauty well preserved. Dalhousie is a quaint hill station offering tranquility and scenic beauty. Explore colonial architecture, stroll through pine-scented forests, and admire panoramic views of the Dhauladhar mountain range. With its serene ambiance and charming vibe, Dalhousie promises a rejuvenating escape.
Top places to visit:-
- Panchpula
- Dainkund
- Kalatop wildlife sanctuary
- Khajjiar
- Chamera lake
Dalhousie:
Dalhousie, a popular hill station in Himachal Pradesh is situated at a height of 1,970 metres above sea level,
famous for its meadows, dense jungles and waterfalls. Established in 1854, it was named after Lord Dalhousie and this
hill station was one of the favourite summer destinations of the Britishers during the colonial era.
Panchpula:
Panchpula is a popular picnic spot located at a distance of 3.5 km from Gandhi Chowk in Dalhousie,
surrounded by a cover of green pine and deodar trees. It is best known for Saptdhara Waterfall and adventure activities (
Both Rope and Rock activities.
St Patricks Church:
St Patricks Church is one of the oldest hurches in Dalhousie. Located near, Dalhousie
Cantonment just 2 km away from the main bus stand. The dome-shaped shrine attracts not just the devotees but also
many history buffs and architecture lovers is known to have been established by a group of British army officers in 1909.
Khajjiar:
Widely known as “mini-Switzerland of India”, Khajjiar is a small town located around 26 km from Dalhousie,
known for its picture perfect grassy meadows. There is a small lake in the middle of the meadows. There are plenty of
day activities like paragliding, zorbing, and horse-riding at Khajjiar to make your day pleasant.
Dharamshala:
Also known as the Little Lahsa, Dharamshala is a city in the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh. Surrounded by
cedar forests on the edge of the Himalayas, this hillside city is home to the Dalai Lama and the Tibetan government-in-exil
St. John in the Wilderness Church:
St. John in the Wilderness, Located near Dharamshala and on the way to
Mcleodganj, this neo-gothic church was built in dedication to John the Baptist. Set amidst lush deodar forests, this
peaceful edifice is known for its Belgian stained-glass windows. This church was built in 1852, is one of the most
important churches in Himachal Prades.
Dalailama Temple:
Dalai Lama Temple is just a walking distance away from McLeodganj bus stand, the Dalai Lama Temple
is situated at the main temple road. Right next to the temple is the residence of the holy Dalai Lama.Dalailama Temple offers
spiritual teachings of Buddhism, and several times his holiness Dalai Lama blessed the pilgrims. Quite fascinating are the
morning prayers, of which one can be actively part of. Other than that, larger than life statues of Lord Buddha, Avaloktwshwara
and Padmasambhava, looks really captivating
Bhagsunath Temple:
Surrounded by lovely pools and lush greenery, the Bhagsunag Temple is one of the oldest ancient
temples located about 3 kilometres from Mcleodganj. Also popularly known as Bhagsunath Temple, it is highly revered
by the local Gorkha and Hindu community. The two pools around the temple are believed to be sacred and are
considered to contain miraculous powers of healing.
Dal Lake:
Located at the height of 1,775 metres above the sea level near the village of Tota Rani at Mcleodgunj, the Dal
Lake is a small yet picturesque lake. The lake is surrounded by rugged mountains and towering deodar trees. Quaint and
calm, the lake invites nature-lovers to watch different kinds of fishes in their natural habitat.
Kangra Fort:
Kangra Fort is located 20 km from Dharamsala, on the outskirts of the town of Kangra in Himachal Pradesh.
It’s the largest fort in the Himalayas and, according to the Archaeological Survey of India, it is 8th largest in the country –
covering an area of 463 acres. It is believed that Maharaja Susharma Chandra of Katoch dynasty had built Kangra Fort. He
fought for Kauravas in Mahabharta battle. After the defeat of Kauravas, Susharma Chandra didn’t return to his capital in
Multan but came to Kangra along with his soldiers. He took Trigarta under his control and built the fort to protect his kingdom
Chamunda Devi temple: Chamunda Devi Templeis one of the most renowned holy shrines of the Hindus. It was built
during the reigns of Maharaja Umed Singh and is dedicated to Goddess Kali. Chamunda Devi Temple is also known as the
abode of Lord Shiva and Mata Shakti and presents the impressive architecture of the old era.The temple is located on the banks
of Banganga (Baner) River in Kangra district, 10 km from Palampur city.