Dharamshala is one of the best tourist destinations located in the Kangra Valley in Himachal Pradesh, India. Most of the foreign tourists visit the hill station for meditation and Yoga. It is also known as “Mini Israel in India,” because a large number of Israeli tourists gather at the hill station every year. The article is about the tourist destination Dharamshala Himachal and the top tourist places in the valley.
Dharamshala Himachal
Dharamshala is a popular hill station and tourist-perfect
destination, surrounded by a large number of deodar, pine, and oak trees, on
the edge of the Himalayas. The valley is a famous spiritual hub and a blend of
Tibetan and British colonial culture, and is also known as a very peaceful and
relaxing place. The focal point of Buddhist studies and Tibetan culture is
Mcleodganj, the hometown of the Dalai Lama.
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Dharamshala Tourist Places
In Himachal Pradesh, in the foothills of the
Himalayas, a large number of tourist places have been developed, where
mountains, nature, clouds, and silence combine to create a strange peace.
Hidden in this peace is a strangely beautiful city Dharamshala tourist places in the Himalayan province. The
combination of Tibetan culture and natural beauty creates a unique attraction.
Every places in Dharamshala has a special attraction
for tourists. The most popular places and most visited places among them are Dharamshala
Town, Mcleodganj, War Memorial, St. John Church, Dharamshala Stadium, Dhalailama
Temple, etc.
Dharamshala Town
The hill station is one of the scenic city in Kangra
Valley in Himachal Pradesh. The city is located on the upper side of the Kangra
Valley, at an altitude of around 1475 meters. The town is situated 490 km from
New Delhi and 240 km away from Shimla, major tourist attractions. The city is a
major hub for Buddhist culture, tourism, and spirituality. The vibrant culture,
stunning Mountain View, lush greenery, and peaceful surroundings attract
foreign tourists very much. It is the winter capital of the state.
Mcleodganj
The spiritual city Mcleodganj and the nearby area
Dharamkot are the major hubs of Tibetan Buddhist culture in exile. There are a
large number of Yoga and meditation centers available. The Mcleodganj city is only
18 km away from Dharamshala, and the city is situated in the Dhauladhar range
at an average elevation of 2082 meters above sea level. There are many hotels
and homestays available for staying in the city. You will see many restaurants
and cafés also. Most of the cafés cater to foreigner’s preferences, and some
cafés have Indian food. Mcleodganj Mall Road has a variety of unique shops
where you will find Tibetan cultural artifacts and traditional Himachali
crafts, like Thangka paintings, singing bowls used in meditation, and Tibetan
carpets (handwoven). The Tibetan handicrafts are also known for high-quality
pure wool carpets made by Tibetan women. You can also customize specific designs
and sizes.
War Memorial Himachal
The State War Memorial is located in the main town of Dharamshala Himachal, only 3 km away from the city center. This memorial was built to commemorate the soldiers who were martyred in the Kargil war on 26 July 1999. The visitors can visit the War Memorial Himachal from 8 am to 8 pm.
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The memorial opens all of the days in a week. You must add the place in the visiting
list first, and you will find martyrs’ memorial, a war museum, and an amazing
children’s park there. The entry fees will be Rs.20, and children below 5 years
will have free entry.
Dharamshala Stadium
It is one of the most beautiful international stadiums,
and it is the highest cricket ground in the world, around 1457 meters above sea
level, established in 2003, and situated in Himachal. All tourists can visit
the beautiful stadium by buying a ticket for Rs.30 (non-match day). A tourist
can visit the stadium from 9 AM to 5 PM. The view of the stadium is really
amazing. Every year, many cricket tournaments, domestic and international, are
played at this playground. The ticket price (match day) depends on different factors,
like match type, seat availability, and category of seat. Ticket prices start
from Rs.500 to Rs.25000+. The ticket
price tiers (Approx.) like General and budget seats Rs.500 to Rs.1200, premium
deck Rs.1500 to Rs.4000, VIP boxes Rs.5000 to Rs.25000, and corporate boxes
Rs.10000 to Rs.30000.
St. John
Church
The St. Church in the Wilderness church in North India,
and it is also an ancient church, built in 1852 AD. The British viceroy of
India who died here in 1863. The St. John Church is located on the way from
Dharamshala to Mcleodgonj. There are lots of big dedar forests around the
church that make a wonderful pleasant area. Lots of tourists visit the church every
year from Haryana, Delhi, Punjab, and also foreign countries.
Dhalailama Temple
The beautiful Tibetan temple located in Mcleodganj is
known as the Dhalailama temple, and its official name is Tsuglagkhang Complex. The
temple is a spiritual hub and study center about Tibetan culture. The holy
place is only 800 meters away from the Mcleodganj Mall road. You will see many
Mongs in this temple fulfilling their spiritual education there. They also meditate
there and worship according to Tibetan culture. The temple, you can visit all
days from 9 am to 5 pm.
How to reach Dharamshala
The tourist destination is an offbeat destination. If
you want to visit Dharamshala, you will reach Pathankot or Delhi first, by bus,
train, or flight. Pathancoat is the nearest railway station to the tourist
spot. If you are from out of India, you can choose Delhi, the capital city in
India. From Delhi, Volvo buses are available to visit Dharamshala, and the distance
is around 490 km.
Best Time to Visit Dharamshala
The best time to visit Dharamshala is April to October,
offering pleasant temperatures around 8 to 16 degrees, and breezy weather ideal
for sightseeing and trekking. Snow lovers must come from November to March, and
will have an amazing experience with snowfall.
Activities to
do
You can experience roof way rides. The roofway is from
Dharamshala to Mcleodganj, and one-way fare will be Rs.500 and Rs.750 will be round
trip per person. The length of the roofway is around 1.8 km. From the roof way,
you will find the scenic views of Dharamshala. You can book online via the official
website: dharamshalaskyway.in
How to
Explore: You can explore the places on foot or rent car or rent
bike. If you are a solo traveler you must book a bike or a scooty, and if you
are with family or with friends, you can book a car or taxi to explore the
destinations. You will find a rental scooty or bike at Rs.500 to Rs.600 only,
and it is the best option for solo travelers to explore all nearby tourist
areas. For rental car or bike, you can visit any travel agency for comfort journey.
Conclusion: You
can visit the offbeat destinations Dharamshala
Himachal in vacation and explore the Dharamshala
tourist places and enjoy life.