Dalhousie: Travel Guide, Holidays, Tourist Places, Attractions, Hotels

Dalhousie - Himachal Pradesh: Journeying Back To The Colonial Era Charm

Dalhousie is known as India’s Switzerland and was set up by the British Empire in India in 1853 as a summer retreat for its troops and bureaucrats. Dalhousie is at an altitude of 6,000 and 9,000 feet (2,700 m) above sea level.

The hill station is built around five hills--Potreyn, Bakrota, Bhangora, Kathalagh, and Terah. Lying at the western edge of the Dhauladhar mountain range of the Himalayas, the hill station of Dalhousie oozes an old-world charm with lingering echoes of the British Raj.

PLACES TO VISIT: Dainkund Peak: Chamera Lake: Ganji Pahari: Gandhi Chowk Plaza: Jandri Ghat: Bara Pathar Temple: Subhash Baoli: St. Patrick's Church: Hari Raya Temple: Moti Tibba: Mystic Boats Cruise: Sach Pass: Rang Mahal: St. John's Church

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BEAUTIFUL - DALHOUSIE HIMACHAL PRADESH:

Spread over 14 sq. km. its name comes from the legendary British Governor General Lord Dalhousie. Surrounded by splendid vegetation such as deodars, oaks, pines, and flowering rhododendron the whole location is delightfully panoramic. The river Ravi flows quietly below Dalhousie. The sight of snowy Dhauladhar mountains is vastly visible from this enchanting hill station.
Surrounded by snow-capped peaks Dalhousie in summer is the best time to visit and the peak season happens from May to September. The Classic architecture of the Scottish and Victorian eras in its bungalows and churches can be a nostalgic throwback to history when you are in Dalhousie.

Dalhousie: Travel Guide, Holidays, Tourist Places, Attractions, Hotels

GEOGRAPHY: 

Dalhousie boasts many forest and wildlife sanctuaries including Kalatop-Khaijjar in its confines. The pilgrimage to Mani Mahesh Temple and Lake is an important trekking event. The presence of so many trekking routes over the Dhauladhar and Pir Panjal ranges invites all nature lovers to partake in the serious trekking trails. 

BEST TIME TO VISIT IN DALHOUSIE HIMACHAL: 

Dalhousie can be visited all through the year. The Dalhousie experience is unique in all the seasons including summer, rainy season, and winter. Dalhousie experiences heavy snowfall during winter. Summers are pleasantly enjoyable. However, April to October is the best time to spend a holiday in Dalhousie.

ACCESS: 

Pathankot (80 km) in Punjab is known as the gateway to Dalhousie. 

The nearest airports are Gaggal in Himachal Pradesh; 

Jammu and Amritsar. From Pathankot taxis and buses ply to Dalhousie.

ACCOMMODATION:

Many budget hotels: luxury hotels: Resorts and Guest Houses offer sumptuous stays in Dalhousie.

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THINGS TO DO IN DALHOUSIE HIMACHAL PRADESH

Trekking: The Trek routes in Dalhousie are fabulous to explore the rugged beauty of nature

FOOD:

Kwality Restaurant: Nappoli Resturant

SHOPPING:

Bhuttico for Kulu Shawls and hats: Tibetan handicraft Centre

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