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Dharamsala The Little Lhasa

Dharamshala is situated in the Northern Indian state of Himachal Pradesh. It lies on a spur of the Dhauladhar range in the Pir Panjal region of the Outer Himalayas; and commands majestic views of the mighty Dhauladhar ranges above, and the Kangra Valley below. Dhauladhar means “white ridge” and this breathtaking, snow-capped range rises out of the Kangra Valley to a height of 5,200 meters (17,000 feet).The Kangra Valley is a wide, fertile plain, crisscrossed by low hills.

Dharamshala is a big attraction for tourists from all over the world. It is home to His Holiness – the Dalai Lama, and many Tibetans who have taken refuge in Mcleodganj, which is a part of this small city in Himachal Pradesh, India. A loose translation of the word Dharamshala is ‘dwelling of spirituality’ and the place holds true to its name. The area has a number of Buddhist monasteries and temples dedicated to Hindu gods and goddesses.

Buddhist Temple

The Tsuglagkhang Temple is the most renowned Buddhist monument in McLeodganj. There are three magnificent images of Buddha

Bhagsu temple & Watefall

Bhagsu is a beautiful tourist village and lies in the foothills of Dhauladhar ranges and is known for Shiva temple and a waterfall.

Naddi & Dal Lake

Just 2 kms from Mcleodganj is the sacred Dal lake known for its religious water. The lake is regarded is the lake of Lord Shiva.

St. John Church

One of the most poignant memories of the British Raj is the church of St. John, situated in the wilderness enroute to Mcleodganj.

Dharamsala Tea Gardens

A visit to Mata Kunal Pathri (a diety structure made of stone) and also enroute view the vast green Tea gardens at lower Dharamsala.

HPCA Cricket Stadium

The HPCA Cricket stadium, is one of the beautiful stadium with a picturesque backdrop of the mighty Dhauladhar peaks.