The city of Dharamshala is located in the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh. The “Little Lhasa” or “Little Tibet” is home to The Buddhist leader Dalai Lama. Its call “little Tibet” because of its rich Buddhist culture. And what better Places to Visit in Dharamshala to ease out your mind from the hectic routines than an astonishing and peaceful hill station. Here are some Best Places to Visit in Dharamshala

 

Dharamshala has very much to offer visitors, from stellar views to great treks. Treks in Dharamshala are some of India’s best ones you can experience. Dharamshala is divided into two parts. The lower part is the city itself, and the upper part consists of locations like Triund and Mcleodganj

, which are home to some of the most beautiful views and treks one can experience. Apart from the adventurous tours, Dharamshala has been delivering inner peace to thousands of visitors from around the globe. It is one of the Best Places to Visit in Dharmshala.

 

Mcleodganj A trekking Destination

 

Mcleodganj is a hill station in Dharamshala province, popular amongst hikers and trekkers. It delivers the perfect blend of peace and adventure to all visitors. It has some of the most beautiful waterfalls and lakes. Being the little Tibet, this place has some of the most eminent monasteries, including Namgyal monastery, home to His Holiness Dalai Lama himself. Some other recommended monasteries to visit are here.

Namgyal Monastery

Namgyal monastery is called Dalai Lama’s home or “Dalai Lama’s temple.” It moved to India after the exile of the Dalai Lama from Tibet in 1959.

Gyuto monastery –

Gyuto monastery is a Tibet-originated monastery re-establishing in India after China invades Tibet. Its also known for ‘Tantric meditation.’

Tsuglagkhang complex

Tsuglagkhang complex is the official residence of the Dalai Lama and is one of the most important Buddhist places of worship.

Norbulingka institute

This institute preserved Tibetan culture, literature, and art form.

Tsechokling gompa-

This monastery is also a re-establishment of an old monastery destroyed in 1959 in Tibet.

Places to Visit for Treks in Dharamshala & Mcleodganj

What’s better than a camp with a view of glorious valleys and glaciers by the side of a calm lake? Mcleodganj houses some of the best treks one can experience. Here is a list of some of the best trekking routes of this place.

Kareri lake

Trek-this 8 km long trek is a very high altitude trek. So high that even the lake freezes during winters. This trek is in the opposite direction of Triund. It is a hike through pine and oak woods to get to the lake. The difficulty of this trek is moderate, but one can encounter some steep uphill climbs, so it is advised to hire a guide and gear up adequately before starting this fantastic trek.

Minkiani Pass Trek

It is one of the most offbeat treks in Mcleodganj. The trail of this trek seems like a pathway to heaven as it moves through clouds and high peaks. This 14 km trek includes an overnight camp in the village. Due to the steepness of this pass, it is a fascinating trek and, on the other hand, a little difficult for beginners.

Bhagsu Nag Trek

This short and refreshing trek is about 4 km long. There are two places to visit on this trek. One is the Bhagsu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, and the other is the Bhagsu Nag waterfall which is just 20 minutes away from the temple. Visitors often drench themselves in the cold waterfall after the trek, as it is pretty refreshing and fun. This trek is comparatively more accessible than other treks.

Indrahar pass

it is a moderately challenging trek. Trek to this pass is quite mesmerizing and captivating. This trek to the top of the dhauladhar peak of height 14,160 ft is almost 9km long and can help frequent trekkers improve their skills. This trek takes 6-7 hrs to reach the destination.

Triund Trek

Triund is a small hill station in Kangra district near Mcleodganj. A green meadow situated on top of a hill provides magnificent views of the Dhauladhar Mountains. It is one most popular treks around Dharamshala. It’s a moderately challenging trek of about 9 km, and beginners can do it without problems.

The nights in Triund are so beautiful with the star-lit sky and the all-lit-up Kangra valley that it surely won’t let you sleep. The duration of this trek is usually two days, one night, including camping at the top, but this can also be complete in 1 day without camping. To get to Triund, a person needs to move from Dharamshala to Mcleodganj, where the trek starts. The best time to trek here is from March to December.

Visiting in June July is not advisable due to heavy rains. January and February experience heavy snowfall; hence should be avoided. Carrying a lighter back is advised as one should have only a small amount of snacks and not take a heavy load as there are two cafes on the trail. The experience of this trek will be delightful memory of your visit to Dharamshala.

Waterfalls Visit to Dharamshala

Bhagsu Nag Water fall

One of the main attractions of Dharamshala visitors is the Bhagsu Nag waterfall. An easy one-hour trek from Mcleodganj is reaching this waterfall and visiting several tourists for its adoring view. Situated 7000ft above sea level, this spot is an absolute delight to the visitor’s soul.

Dharamkot Waterfall

Dharamkot waterfall is a less known and visited place. But trek and nature lovers may find the beauty of this place quite mesmerizing. To reach Dharamkot waterfall, you have to follow the trail of a 4-5 km trek from Mcleodganj itself.

After reaching the falls, a hot cup of tea will feel like a reward you can get at a small shop there. The sights of this gorgeous location will leave a significant impact on your trip.

The best time to Visit Dharamshala-march to December; if you want to enjoy snowfall, then visit in January and February is suggested.

Ideal stay- ideal stay in Dharamshala is of 4-5 days.