tourist Attractions of Dharamshala

Extravagantly blessed by Mother nature, Dharamshala is an incredibly beautiful destination of the state of Himachal Pradesh, the mountain beauty. Ideally located in Kangra Valley, it is a land of pine-carpeted hills, alluring rivers and streams, majestic mountain peaks, ancient temples and beautiful monasteries. Plan a tour to Dharamshala and soak yourself in sheer natural beauty. This destination is a home to the world famous Buddhist priest Dalai Lama and a center of Tibetan Buddhism.

With the backdrop of Dhauladhar Mountains, Dharamshala enchants tourists with picture-perfect views of the mountains. Located in the upper region of Kangra valley, this destination is divided into Upper Dharamshala, popularly known as McLeod Ganj and Lower Dharamshala, which is a commercial center.

Dharamshala Tourist Attractions:

Kangra Art Museum:

Visit this museum to witness the rich cultural heritage of Kangra valley in the form of several arts and crafts. A variety of artifacts such as paintings, pots, sculptures dating back to the 5th century are on display here.

War Memorial

Set amidst peaceful and beautiful environment, the War Memorial was build in honor of the soldiers of Himachal Pradesh who scarified their lives for their nation.

Dall Lake

Laced with Deodar trees the lake is highly picturesque. It is located at a distance of 11 km from Dharamshala. The locals come here from far and wide for picnic.

St. John Church

It is a beautiful church located 8 km off Dharamshala.

Tatwani and Machhrial

Tatwani is famous for hot water springs and Machhrial is known for its waterfall.

Kunal Pathri

Visit this place where you would greet your senses with mesmerizing views of rock temple dedicated to the local goddess Kapaleshwari. Its architectural beauty will surely leave you spell bound.

Dharamkot

Located on the crest of the Dharamkot hill, this viewpoint captivates tourists by offering awesome views of the Pong Dam lake, Dhauladhar peaks and Kangra valley. It is also located 11 km from Dharamshala.