About Place
Dharamshala is a city in the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh. Surrounded by cedar forests on the edge of the Himalayas, this hillside city is home to the Dalai Lama and the Tibetan government-in-exile. The Thekchen Chöling Temple Complex is a spiritual center for Tibetan Buddhism, while the Library of Tibetan Works and Archives houses thousands of precious manuscripts.
Places To Visit
- Namgyal Monastery
- Kangra Valley
- Tibet Museum
- Dharamkot
- Tsuglagkhang Complex Dalai Lama Temple
- H.H. the Dalai Lama's Main Temple
- Dal Lake
- St. John in the Wilderness Church
- Bhagsu Falls
- Gallu Devi Temple
- Kalachakra temple
- Dip Tse Chok Ling
- The Club House Annexe
- State Art Museum
- Naddi Hill Point
- Sunset View Point
Activities
- Hiking and Trekking in Dharamshala
- Rock Climbing
- Fishing
- Painting
- Paragliding
- Heritage Walk
- Massage
- Yoga and Meditation
Famous Food
- Dham
- Mittha
- Sidu
- Babru
- Chana Madra
- Auriya Kaddoo or Kadoo Ka Khatta
- Chha Gosht
- Mash Daal
- Patande
- Kullu Trout
- Akotri
- Tudkiya Bhath
- Bhey
Things To Buy
- Tibetan carpets
- Rugs
- Woollen shawls
- Thangka paintings
Shopping Area
- Kotwali Bazaar
- Jogibara Road
- McLeod Ganj Central Square
Night Life
- MCLO Resto & Bar
- Black Magic
- Xcite Bar Mcleodganj
- Indique Kitchen Bar Café
- B 6 Lounge and Bar
- Trek and Dine Café
- Bob'snBarley - Restaurant and Bar
Dharamshala Details
Best Time To Visit
Monsoon Period
Important Contact
- Police Control Room:
- (0177) 2621711, 2621618, 2621723, 2621736, 2621714, 2621614, 2621746, 2621796
- Ambulance Service:
- 108
- Tourist Center:
- 0177 - 2625864
