Dharamsala is located in Kangra district at a distance of 18km from Kangra City. Dharamsala is separated as upper and lower divisions with different altitudes. The lower division is the Dharamsala town itself. whereas, the upper-division is located 3km away and popularly known as Mcleodganj(Famed as the holy residence of the Dalai Lama and Tibetans in exile).
Let’s just take you along for an exhilarating ride passing right through this wonder-state where nothing seems impossible!
On arrival at Delhi Volvo Bus stand, board the Volvo to Dharamshala. Overnight Journey.
On arrival at Dharamshala, arrival transfer to Hotel, after fresh up local sightseeing in Dharamshala places like:
Dal Lake: Surrounded by high and green Deodar trees is the lake, which fills a mountain bowl. Situated 11-km away from the town, this lake is easily approachable by road and makes an enchanting and serene picnic spot.
McLeodganj: Originally the home of the semi-nomadic Gaddi tribe, McLeodganj is today the residence of His Holiness, the Dalai Lama. This mid-19th-century place was developed as a British Garrison. The place was developed as an important administrative point for the whole Kangra valley. Today the place has
developed as headquarters of the exiled Tibetan Government. The impressive monastery has larger than life size images of Buddha, Padmasambhava and Avaloketeshwara.
The Shrine of Bhagsunath: Just 11-km from the town center of Dharamsala is the ancient temple of Bhagsunath. There are many freshwater springs close to the temple, which are considered sacred by the Hindus.
St. Johan Church: One of the most poignant memories of the British Raj is the church of St. John, situated in the wilderness. This charmingly dressed stone church is located just 8-km from Dharamsala on the way to McLeod Ganj. Under the shade of Deodar branches, a memorial has been made over the body of the British Viceroy, Lord Elgin who died at Dharamsala in 1863.
War Memorial: Set amidst the pine groves is a war memorial, built on the entry point of the to Dharamsala to commemorate the post-independence war heroes of Himachal Pradesh.
After breakfast check out from the hotel, drive to visit Kangra Ji & Chamunda ji temple. O/N Hotel.
After breakfast check out from hotel visit Masroor rock temple & later in evening drop at Dharamshala bus stand to Catch the Volvo in the evening and overnight journey to Delhi.
I visited Dharamsala last month with my friends to watch a cricket match and I really loved every second of time which I spent there. It was such a lovely place. It was such an adventurous place and I enjoyed different activities like trekking, paragliding and many more. Must visit with friends. Thanks to Triplou