Travel
Facts
State : Himanchal Pradesh
Altitude : 4,780 feet
Temperature : Summer : Max. 15°C, Min. 30 °C, Winter : Max
8°C, Min.18°C
Best season to visit : April to October
Eateries : Hotel Dhauladhar, Lazeez Hotel, Potala Restaurant, Khama
Nirvana
With an umteen number of antique-looking Monasteries around and most exotic
view of shimmering Dhauladhar snow lines, Dharamsala exhibits unique
mountainous beauty. Aptly know as 'Scotland of India', Dharamsala is located
amidst the dense deodar and pine forest of Himalayas. The beauty of the
mountains cannot be more charming anywhere than Dharamsala which is draped
with the sweet fragrance emanating from its vast expanse of tea gardens, and
shimmers of snow adding a pearly feel to frozen pinnacle. There is some what
more international recognition to these much unswayed mountains of
Dharamsala, which is the Tibetian settlement and home of Nobel Laureate, His
Holiness Dalai Lama. Not just the Tibetian settlement, but the mountains
boast of other attractions ilk Mcleodganj, Dharamkot, Forsyth Ganj and
Triund too.
Getting
to Dharamsala !!!
Airways - Indian Airlines flies to Gaggal Airport Thrice
a week. The respective airport is the nearest airport and is 11 kms from the
hills.
By Rail - Pathankot is the most convenient railways
station for hitting Dharamsala. Otherwise at a distance of 22 kms lies
Kangra Mandir Railway Station, which is also an rising options with tourists
for ferrying to Dharamsala.
By Road - The rest of the journey can be made on taxis
but the exact point of bus arrival is Mcleod Ganj.
Prime
Attractions
» One : Mcleod Ganj
It is one prominent Buddhist attraction of Dharamsala. With loads of
monasteries clustered around the place, Mcleod Ganj has a unique show-of
Dalai Lama's home. For this very singular appeal, many a times, this place
is known as Little Lhasa. A functioning headquarters of Tibetian Government
in exile, Mcleod Ganj is an active area with much to see besides saffron
surfeits.
» Two : War Memorial
Built amidst the pine groves the War Memorial is a beautiful homage to the
war heroes of Himanchal. This is set-of at the entry point of Dharamsala and
surrounded by many eateries.
» Three : Dharamkot
At the backdrop of Kangra Hills and Dhauladhar Range, Dharamkot is more of
a picnic spot, and an interesting trekking point.
» Four : Kangra Art Museum
This is an interesting museum that showcases the art, painting sculpture,
pottery and miniatures of the local nobility.
» Five : Triund
If you have set your mood on white, then Triund is your base. Located at
2,872 meters. The snow line starts at just 5 kms at Triund and proffers you
with immense scope of snow sports like trekking. It is also a picnic spot.
So see you this vacation at Dharamshala.
» Six : Kunal Pathari
A simple 3 kms of walk leads you to rock cut temples and the goddess of
Dharamsala.
» Seven : Kareri
A
lake that is sheeted with green meadows and trees of oak and pine, is one of
the most idyllic place to be upon.
» Eight : Dal Lake
An egress for nature lovers and an adventure for trekkers Dal Lake is some
of the picturesque creations of God. Nestling just at a distance of f 11 kms
from lower Dharamshala Dal Lake is at a hopping distance next to Tibetan
Children's Village .
Shop Un-limit-ed
Buy simple souvenirs, wooden carvings, silk and woven scarves, Tibetan
curios. There are several other small items that you can purchase ilk
trinkets and handcrafts. Pick up prayer bells on the Jogibara road, besides
there are number of carpets, books and rug available. The Green Shop at
Bhagsu Road sells recycled painted cards and other such stationery. Ancient
Tibetan handicrafts in particular are a favourite with tourists. Women could
even buy a bakku, a traditional Tibetan dress for women. The Tibetan
Bookshop and Information Office has good books on Tibet and its history.
