Dharamshala is one of the most visited hill stations in India. Regarded as a paradise for nature lovers, Dharamshala is located in Kangra valley in Himachal Pradesh state of India. Dharamshala has various Buddhist temples and small temples dedicated to Lord Shiva and goddess Durga. This hill station has various monasteries dating back to the eighth century. Hindu and Buddhist people are in majority in Dharamshala.
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Dharamshala is divided into two parts. One is known as Upper Dharamshala and other as lower Dharamshala. Upper Dharamshala is also known as McLeod Ganj while lower Dharamshala is the commercial centre of the hill station. March to October is the best time to visit Dharamshala. Dharamshala is famous for snow and in winter session it is covered in pure white snow by December and January.
Places to See in Dharamshala
Dharamshala has various tourist places to see. These include Buddhist temples and monasteries. Check out the list of some of the most popular tourist attractions in Dharamshala
- Dal Lake
- McLeod Ganj
- Chamunda Devi
- Triund
- Tsuglagkhang
- Norbulingka Institute
- Dip Thekchen Choeling Monastery
How to Reach Dharamshala
As Dharamshala is one of the most popular tourist attractions of India, so it is easy accessible from any part of India. You can reach Dharamshala by air, rail or road.
Kangra airport is the nearest airport to reaching Dharamshala while the nearest railhead for Dharamshala is Pathankot. You can reach Dharamshala via road. Numbers of tourist operators in India running luxury buses to Dharamshala.
Dharamshala Related Links
http://www.dharamsalanet.com/ - Comprehensive travel guide on Dharamshala.Related Links about Indian Cities