Dharamsala

Dharamsala is an ideal retreat for nature lovers lcoated in the Kangra valley and set against the Dhauladhar mountain range in Himachal Pradesh.

Dharamsala is an ideal retreat for nature lovers lcoated in the picturesque Kangra valley and set against the Dhauladhar mountain range in Himachal Pradesh.
Dharamsala consists of two distinct areas which are separated by a 10 minute bus or jeep ride. Lower Dharamsala is where most of the government offices, schools, the local hospital and commercial areas are located. It also has a few tea gardens. The upper Dharamsala, known more commonly as McLeod Ganj, is the seat of Tibetan spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama. It is home to the Tibetan community and epicentre of religio-tourism centred around Tibetan Buddhism.

Attractions in Dharamsala
Naam Art Gallery
Naam Art Gallery is a popular tourist spot in McLeodganj city near Dharamshala. It displays paintings and exhibitions featuring works of painters Elsbeth Buschmann and A.W.

Mcleod Ganj
Renowned as the residence of Tibetan spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama, the Himalayan hill town is situated in Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh

Losel Doll Museum
Losel Doll Museum, the world's largest collection of Losel Dolls, is in the Norbulingka institute.

Bhagsunag waterfall
One of the key tourist attractions in Mcleod Ganj is the Bhagsunag waterfall.

Namgyal monastery
Namgyal Monastery, which is also known as Dalai Lama’s Temple, is the 14th Dalai Lama’s personal monastery.

Tibetan Institute of Performing Arts
The Tibetan Institute of Performing Arts (TIPA) is a cultural institute established on August 11, 1959 to preserve Tibetan artistic heritage.

Triund
One of the finest trekking destinations in India, Triund is a delight for anyone who likes mountain views, clouds and camping under the stars.

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