Dharamshala

The serene town of Dharamshala has many things to offer. Here are some of the activities that you can enjoy in Dharamshala
Trekking
The hilly terrain of Dharamshala makes a perfect trekking path for the adventure seekers. Though the trekking trails are strenuous but they offer you serene and picturesque landscapes to savor your senses. You can also visit the mesmerizing tea estates near the Kunal Pathri temple.
Rock Climbing
Explore the remote areas of Himalayan region and indulge in the mesmerizing beauty of nature. Dharamshala- Nayagroen is a renowned track that offers great rock climbing experience.

Dharamshala is a beautiful Hill station and is very well blessed with natural splendor. It has many places that make it a perfect tourist destination in India
Dal Lake
Located at the height of 1775 meters the Dal Lake is a serene finding amidst the dense green deodar forest. The lake serves as the base camp for trekking expeditions and is a prime tourist attraction. Just a 2 kilometer walk from the Mcleodganj Market, Dal lake has the most peaceful and transcendence surroundings.
Bhagsunag Falls
Famous for the Bahagsunag temple, the falls are a treat for the soul. It is also known as Bhagsu Falls and is a chief pilgrim of Hindus. The falls cascade from the height of 20 meters and make a small pool at its feet. The place is a great picnic spot and there are some shops that serve you the best chai and maggi. You can also drive to the Bhagsu village from here and indulge in the rural life of Dharamshala.
Namgyal Monastery
This is the biggest Tibetan temple outside Tibet and also the home of the great Dalai Lama. The monastery was built for the Namgyal monks to help the Dalai Lama in the 16th century and served as the primary place for religious affairs, offering prayers, and many welfare ceremonies. The monastery has given considerable contribution in establishing and promoting the Tibetan culture in India.
Tsuglag Khang
This is famous Tibetan complex because it was the first building built by the Dalai Lama in 1959 when he came to India. The complex comprises of a museum, a café, a bookshop and Namgyal Monastery. The place has great importance as from here only the great Dalai Lama offers his teachings and attends the private and public meetings. Apart from the Monk’s residence, the entire complex is open to visitors.
Jwala Devi Temple
Located at Dhauladhar range the temple is a holy site of Hindu and has mesmerizing surroundings. It is around 20 kilometers from Dharamshala and is one of the 52 shakti peethas in India. The temple is said to have the burning tongue of Goddess shakti which fell off her burning body. The temple witnesses thousands of pilgrims every year. The temple does not have any idol established but a blue flame the burn through the rocks. It is said that the source of the flame is still unknown. The priest offers the official prayers to the goddess five times a day and once a day a big havan is organized to please the goddess.
St. John Church
The oldest Anglican Church in the region, the St. John Church was built in the year 1852and is dedicated St. John. Surrounded by deodar forests the church represents the neo-gothic architectural style. The Belgian stained-glass windows are the key attraction of the church. The windows are said to be denoted by Lady Elgin, the wife of great Lord Elgin, the British Viceroy.  

Food in Dharamshala
Dharamshala serves you best of the Tibetan food which includes Momos, Thupka, Noddles and many other dishes. There are many eating points where you can savor the lip-smacking taste of many local as well as other cuisines. The unusual taste of the Tibetan food is a treat for your taste buds.
Shopping in Dharamshala
The prime market of Dharamshala is McLeodganj. You can buy the best of the handicrafts, carpets, metal ware and jewelry here. Made by the local artisans the handicrafts are one of its kind and the best thing to take as a souvenir. The carpets here represent the Tibetan culture and are bright with colorful motifs.
You can also buy Thangkas which are beautifully crafted cloth paintings depicting the Buddhist culture.

Both states operated and private buses run to and fro Dharamshala from all the major cities in India. The bus journey takes some time as the hilly terrain has narrowed and more bands throughout the way.
Dharamshala by Taxi
Dharamshala has good taxi services from Pathankot, Gaggal, Chandigarh and Delhi. The journey is a pleasure ride as the mesmerizing landscapes welcomes you to the mini Tibet in India.
Dharamshala by Train
The nearest railway station to Dharamshala is Pathankot located at a distance of 85 kilometers. The train station is well connected to rest of the country. From here onwards one can hire a taxi to take a bus to Dharamshala.
Dharamshala by Air
Gaggal is the nearest Airport to Dharamshala is located at a distance of 13 kilometers. It has flights from New Delhi but the regularity is not confirmed because of the shifting weather conditions.

Dharamshala Distance from near by Places
Dharamshala from Pathankot 85 kilometers
Dharamshala from Chandigarh 275 kilometers
Dharamshala from Delhi 520 Kilometers