Dharamshala Tourism

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Best time to visit
Oct - Jun
Ideal Duration
2-4 Days
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Starting from
Rs. 999

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0177 2625864

Website

himachaltourism.gov.in/dharmasala.php

Address

Tourism & Civil Aviation Department Director, Tourism & Civil Aviation Department, Block No. 28, SDA Complex, Kasumpti, Shimla-171009.
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Dharamshala Tourism Guide

It is a 22-curve, about 2 to 4 hour 9 km long trek that will make you drop your jaw with the splendid views it gives. The Triund hilltop is a paradise for all nature enthusiasts and adventure lovers. Spend a night at the top in a tent, you’ll definitely love this experience! Moreover, since Dharamshala is inhabited by a number of Tibetans, you can find many Buddhist monasteries in the city. With Namgyal Monastery being a popular one, there are many other monasteries people give a visit including HH Dalai Lama Temple or Tsuglagkhang Complex, Dip Tse Chok Ling, Gyuto Monastery and many more. Surely visit at least one of them if you are curious to explore the Tibetan culture at its best! Tourism in Dharamshala is not just limited to the stunning views of the mountains and the monasteries. This city has a huge number of tourist places.

One of the best places to visit in Dharamshala includes Bhagsunag Waterfalls, which is a perfect place to enjoy the music of nature while relaxing and rediscovering ourselves. A short hike from Bhagsunag Temple will lead you to these beautiful waterfalls. Also, Dal Lake is another very popular tourist attraction in Dharamshala. You can enjoy boating and sightseeing at this smaller version of Dal Lake in Srinagar. The road beyond leads to Sunset Point which will give you spectacular views of sun and its red light. You will be pleased with the items you’ll get to buy in the local markets of Dharamshala. These markets are very famous for their Tibetan clothing and handicrafts. Other than these Tibetan items, you will also find Himachali offerings like Ponchos. For some really good places to eat at in Dharamshala, the places that you must need to try include Lung Ta Japanese Restaurant, Khana Nirvana, Hope Cafe, Shanti Cafe, Shiva Cafe, Cafe Illiterati, Morgan’s Place, Tibet Kitchen, Nick’s Italian Kitchen, and Jimmy’s Italian Kitchen. Go on a food exploration on foot and try all specialities of these eateries.


If you are wishing for more in Dharamshala, then visit this hill city and explore the simple mountain life and go deep in the Tibetan culture. With this Dharamshala tour guide, we will provide you with everything you need to know for a better vacation in Dharamshala!

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There is no airport in Dharamshala. However, the nearest airport to Dharamshala is the Gaggal Airport also known as the Kangra Airport, which is lo

cated at a distance of 15 km from Dharamshala. Daily flights connect the airport to several cities in India including the capital. You can book a cab or a taxi to go to Dharamshala from the airport which is a mere half an hour's journey to reach Dharamshala. Tourists coming from other countries can take a flight to Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi. From there, you can either opt for a bus, or cab or take another flight from IGI Airport to Gaggal Airport and reach Dharamshala similarly as above.

There is no Railway Station in Dharamshala. But the nearest Railway Station to Dharamshala is Pathankot railway station in Punjab, which is about 8

6 km from Dharamshala. You can take a cab from the station to reach Dharamshala or a bus from the Pathankot Bus Stand towards McLeodganj which usually takes about 3 to 4 hours to reach. Also, Chandigarh Railway station is very common among tourists coming via train. You can take a train from Chandigarh to Dharamshala then take a bus towards Dharamshala or hire a cab to reach the city which should take about 5 to 6 hours.

Being one of the most visited places in India by foreign tourists, this city is accessible via excellent road facilities. There are national highwa

ys that lead to the beautiful city of Dharamshala. You can opt to self-drive or hire a cab. Delhi sets the base for people coming from long distances. Many agencies provide vehicles for rent and cab services to Dharamshala you can get in Delhi. Also, buses ply daily to Dharamshala from Delhi which ranges from 1000 to 1500 INR per seat. The buses usually run overnight taking about 10 to 11 hours.

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FAQ's of Dharamshala

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Yes, it is completely safe in Dharamshala. One will find hundreds of tourists anytime they visit the place. Moreover, the locals are quite friendly and helpful.

Backpackers Hostel, McLeod Ganj and Zostel, Bir are the top options for a person travelling alone. These are the hostels introduced with the concept of getting travellers from different countries and places together at a very nominal rent that is ideal for a solo traveller.

The Triund trek is suitable for most people. It is an easy trek of 11km with an uphill trek of 4-5 hours.

Paragliding at Bir is quite safe. Just follow the instructions properly. Do ask your para-pilot for his license to make sure he is an expert. However, no adventure activity is 100% safe.

Dharamshala has plenty of shops selling Himachali clothes and various kinds of handicrafts mostly associated with Buddhism and Tibet.

The market in McLeod Ganj will offer you a vareity of cuisines. Tibetan, English and Indian food is easily available. There is a cafe named 'Shiva Cafe' in Bhagsunag, which is a must try in Dharamshala, serving great continental food. Accessible by only foot, it takes about an hour hike to reach the cafe.

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