Dharamshala Travel Guide      

In the vicinity of the enthralling Dhauladhar Range, you have the beautiful hill station of Dharamshala surrounded with breathtaking snow capped peaks, deep valleys, forests, etc. One can also find an array of monasteries dotted over Dharamshala, thus adding to its sacred significance. The hill station is easily accessible by air, road and rail. Our Dharamshala travel guide acquaints you with the list of amazing tourist attractions that ameliorate the charm of Dharamshala, given below:

Dharamkot

Dharamkot is an alluring picnic spot, which amuses your fancy with the views of the beautiful Pong Dam Lake, Kangra Valley, as well as the serene Dhauladhar peaks. As one travels to Dharamkot, one comes across the trek from Bhagsu. Dharamkot introduces you with the Gaddi folks that reside here.

Dal Lake

Dal Lake is a tranquil lake encircled with the beautiful deodar trees, pine forests as well as amazing hills. The lake lies at a distance of 11 Km from Dharamshala and from here trekkers embark on their trekking excursions. One can spot this lake close to the Tibetan Children Village.

Kareri

Situated amidst the profound environs of pine groves, one finds Kareri, at a distance of 22 Km from Kotwali Bazaar. In the vicinity, one can also spot the Kareri Lake, surrounded with lush green meadows, as well as Pine and Oak forests. Those who have religious inclination can make it a point to visit Kali and Durbasa temples.

Kunal Pathri

Kunal Pathri is a small temple made of rock and is home to the goddess Kapalashwari. You find this temple in the vicinity of the Kotwali Bazaar. The temple and the place have mythological and sacred significance as it is believed that the Goddess Parvati became sati and after her skull was taken by Sudarshn Chakra to this place.

Nurpur

One can spot Nurpur at a distance of 66 Km from Dharamshala. The name of this place was adopted from the name of Jahangir's wife, named as Nurjahan. The place consists of a primitive fort as well as a holy temple of Lord Krishna. In the contemporary times, this place is renowned for textiles as well as for Pashmina shawls.

St. John's Church

This is a holy church can be found at a distance of 8 Km from Dharamshala. As you head towards this church, you need to travel from the roads between Forsythe Ganj and Mc Leod Ganj. Close to this beautiful church, you spot a monument associated with Lord Elgin, who was India' viceroy in the 19th century. It is known that the burial of the viceroy was done here in the 1863 A.D. This church is called as Gothic church and is known for its Gothic architecture. The exterior of this church appears to be covered with cobbled stones and one can also find stained glass windows at this church.

Bhagsunag Falls

Bhagsunag Falls appeal to your fancy and rejuvenate your mind. They are situated at a distance of 11 Km from Dharamshala and people get glued to it as it is away from the hustle and bustle of the city life.

Jwalamukhi Temple

This temple is the home to the goddess of Light. In this temple, you find a flame that remains lighted all the time. The temple consists of a golden dome that was built by Emperor Akbar.