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Dharamsala

(Dharamsala is also spelled as Dharamshala)


Dharamsala
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State Himachal Pradesh
Distance 520 km from Delhi
Tags Hill Stations, Pilgrim, Falls, Museums
Dharamsala is famed as the holy place of Tibetan Charismatic Leader Dalai Lama and is credited with housing the Tibetan Government in exile. Dharamsala is a synonym for Buddhism in India. Dharamsala is situated on the upper hilly terrains of Kangra valley and set on the scenic backdrop of exquisite Dhauladhar Mountains. The gorgeous city is distinctively divided as upper and lower divisions with two altitude ranges.

Dharamsala, the home to the Tibetan leader, attracts many tourists to its lap. This is the perfect place to learn about Buddhism and Tibetan struggle. The city is dominated much by the Tibetan populace while holding the British fervor and English lifestyles. Numerous Buddhist Viharas or Gompas, presenting the great cultural values and Tibetan architectures, are the main attractions of Dharamsala.

Dharamsala has a vibrant environment with dense green forests with Deodar trees and pine trees. Dharamsala is blessed with many clear and unpolluted streams and unspoiled healthy ambience. The place has been renowned as one of the best picnic spots in India.

Kotwali Bazaar is a perfect shopping place where one can view the color and lifestyles of the entire Dharamsala community. The Market is considered as the base camp of tourists’ travel to upper Dharamsala. The tourists who love to have nature walking and trekking can stay in this base camp and explore the hilly forest regions.

One of the tourist attractions in Dharamsala is the Kangra museum, displaying the rich past of the Dharamsala and the cultural supremacy of the Tibetan populace. There are some institutions as well which are established to preserve the grand old Tibetan traditions, cultures and arts. This is a sacred place to be recommended for a holiday visit.


Travel Blogs about Dharamsala


McLeodgunj-Amritsar-wagah
http://travinfoindia.wordpress.com/2007/11/07/mcleodgunj-amritsar-wagah/
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Bill We are finishing a tour in Delhi on 12 November and were thinking of visiting Dharamshala for the weekend after that. Is that too late in the year to visit because of cold weather and snow?

Posted by Bill 88 days ago
sharon I wanted to travel to Mcleodganj/Dharamsala. Possibly Oct 2009 with a friend. Limited budget. Any tips?

Posted by sharon 10 days ago
Niyo i was/am thinking of celebrating christmas and new year in dharamshala this year..but i read a few comments online..that say its not a suitable time of the year for that place. I want to be there during snow...but was wondering if all the shops n restaurants and activities would be on during that time. would there be parties/celebrations of new year?

Posted by Niyo 8 days ago

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 Attractions
Alphabetical, by Category
Historical (1)
War Memorial

Adventure (3)
Paragliding
Parasailing
Trekking

Architectural (1)
Tibetan Library

Beaches, Lakes & Falls (1)
Dal Lake

Art & Museum (2)
Kangra Art Museum
Tibet Museum

Religious (2)
Church of St John
Tsuglagkhang Complex

Miscellaneous (1)
Kunal Pathri


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