Dharamshala,Himachal pradesh,India

Set on the upper hilly terrains of Kangra valley, Dharamshala is one of the most travelled destinations in Himachal Pradesh. The beautiful hill station serves as the residence of the Tibetan leader Dalai Lama. 

Dharamshala region of Himachal Pradesh is cosily nestled in the Dhauladhar ranges of the Himalayas.  The famous holiday destination of Himachal Pradesh is an amazing mix of snowy peaks, deodar and pine forests.

Upper Dharamshala is also known as Little Lhasa, mainly because of the inhabitation of large number of Tibetans here. Tourists from different corners of the world spend time strolling in the bustling Tibetan market or munching in lip-smacking meals.

There are other spiritual shrines in Dharamshala like Bhagsunag Temple, Kunal Pathri, Tsechokling Gompa and Namgyal Monastery.

Take a walk in the Tea Gardens for rejuvenation and freshness. Trekkers can make the most of their adventure by trekking to Triund, the jewel of Dharamshala. If you are looking for Yoga and meditation, finding a centre for the same won’t be bothersome here.

Dharamshala boasts of an International Cricket Stadium, which has hosted many international and IPL cricket matches. The Dharamshala International Film Festival (DIFF) is held every year, in the month of November.

How to Reach

By Road

There are a number of bus services available from all major cities of Himachal Pradesh to reach Dharamshala. Destinations like Pathankot (88km), Jalandhar (193km), Amritsar (200km), Shimla (241km) and Delhi (490km) are directly connected to the city via state buses.

By Train

The nearest railway station to Dharamshala is Pathankot railway station, which is set at a distance of around 85km. Further, you can take a bus or hire a taxi to reach Dharamshala.

By Air

Located at a distance of 15 km from Dharamshala, Gaggal is the nearest airport. Regular flights operate from Delhi, Kullu and Chandigarh to Dharamshala. Taxi services are available from airport to reach Dharamshala.

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