Picturesque Dharamshala & Dalhousie

Sightseeing’s in Dharamshala :

• Bhagsu Falls : Three kilometers from the town lies the famous Bhagsu falls, also known as Bhagsunath Falls. Situated at a height of 20 meters, the waterfall is also known for its ancient Shiva temple. Around the waterfall, there are many cafes that let people enjoy a cup of coffee or tea while watching the pristine beauty of Bhagsunath waterfalls. For a visit to the Bhagsunag Fall & Temple, comfortable footwear is recommended as cars will be available till a certain piont and the excursion to the fall involves a lot of walking.

• Church of St. John : Located on a road to Naddi Village, St. John Church, also known as St. John in the Wilderness, was built in 1852 in a Neo-Gothic architectural style. Hence, it is counted amongst the oldest Anglican churches in the region. A walk through the deodar streets leads up to the facades of this colonial church with Belgium style stained glass windows that were donated by Lady Elgin, wife of Lord Elgin. One of the viceroys of India, Lord Elgin died at Chauntra (Mandi district) and was buried here in 1863 A.D.

• War Memorial: The war memorial in Dharamshala is built in the memory of post independence war heroes who sacrificed their lives while fighting valiantly for the honor of their motherland. In the middle of a well-manicured garden, there's a huge black panel, inscribed with the name of the martyrs who laid down their lives guarding the motherland in the operations of 1947-48, 1962, 1965 & 1971. The memorial has a beautiful lawn, adorned with pine trees and flowers

Sightseeing’s in Dalhousie and Dharamshala

Panchpula : Panchpula is a mother stream flowing through various parts of Dalhousie, which feeds water to several other water bodies. Surrounded by beauty, Panchpula is visited by nature lovers to witness the refreshing streams, enjoy picnics by the waterfalls or take a leisure walk. It also has a Samadhi dedicated to a great revolutionary, Sardar Ajit Singh. Panchpula is also a favourite trekking spot due to its winding paths, roaring waterfalls, and dense woods. On the way to Panchpula, there is a natural spring called Satdhara Spring which is believed to have healing properties which can cure skin ailments.

 Subash Baoli : Located on the outskirts of Dalhousie, Subash Baoli is named after the famous freedom fighter, Subhash Chandra Bose. Amidst towering pine trees, this was the place where Subhash Chandra Bose used to spend his time meditating. The picturesque beauty and serenity of this place make it a popular tourist attraction, especially for nature lovers. The breathtaking view of the snow-capped mountains overlooking the beautiful meadows from here is a major draw. For a rejuvenating experience, one can take a leisurely walk across this lush green landscape dotted with lovely water springs and enjoy pleasant views all around.

Khajjiar Excursion:

Located approximately 22 kilometers away from Dalhousie, Khajjiar, also known as the Gulmarg of Himachal Pradesh, is beautiful hill station. The place derives its name from its famous golden dome temple of Khajji Nag dedicated to the serpent God. Built in the 12th century, the structure of the temple is a fusion of both Hindu and Mughal style architecture and interior patterns. A nine-hole golf course is an added attraction in Khajjiar. The hill station is also a famous spot to enjoy adventure sports activities like paragliding, horse riding, and zorbing (as per the weather conditions).

Hotel in Dalhousie to Airport in Chandigarh