McLeodganj : Kangra
Often called Little Lhasa, at 1,770 m, this is residence of the Dalai Lama and the Tibetan government-in-exile which has been here for over three decades. The monastery has larger-than-life images of the Buddha, Padmasambhava and Avalokteshwara. The large Tibetan commu¬nity and the presence of traditional architec¬tural designs drawn from Tibet add to its character. The Tibetan Institute of Perform¬ing Arts organises a 10-day festival from the second Saturday every April.
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Chamba By road
The road access to chamba, from pathankot or places in himachal pradesh, like shimla, manali, dharamshala, etc, is similar to dalhousie except from banikhet the state highway continues left to cham¬ba (50 km). Some road distances to impor¬tant places beyond chamba are: bharmour 65 km, tissa 56 km.
Chamba is very well linked by bus servic¬es to pathankot (nearly a half-hour service), delhi, jammu and all the major cities of him¬achal pradesh and north india by state trans¬port corporations of himachal, delhi, punjab and j&k. Many private bus companies also run services to the city from many places in
Kangra : Himachal Pradesh
Kangra Valley is between the Dhauladhar range and the Shiwalik foothills. It spreads northwest from near Mandi to Jassur near Pathankot. Though named after Kangra town, the largest town is Oharamsala (1,830 m) followed by Palampur (1,249 m). The valley is famous for the Kangra school of miniature paintings. A lesser known fact is that it has the second highest rainfall in India. It is also known for important temples like Jwalamukhi, Baijnath, Brijeshwari Devi, Chamunda Devi and others. The valley
About Himachal Pradesh
Nestling in the Himalayas, Himachal Pradesh (55,673 sq. km) encloses an enviable diversity of montane landscape, cultures and entertainment opportunities. Its snow covered peaks, deep gorges, lush green valleys, misty woods, fast flowing rivers, enchanting lakes and flower-filled meadows make it a traveler’s paradise. Life here moves at a gentle pace, far different from the mad rush of the cities. Himachalis lead a simple and quiet life, tending their orchards, fields and flocks and keeping alive their rich art and culture. For the visitor there are superb locations for relaxing and sightseeing. There are also fantastic opportunities for
Chamba: himachal Pradesh
Std code: 01899
Chamba town (915 m) on the banks of the ravi river, was one of the oldest princely states in the country dating back to the sixth century. It is known for its splendid architecture and as the base for numerous excursions. It is also the district headquarters. In winter, the temperature gets very low although it gets hot in summer, often as high as 38 degrees celsius.
All the neighbouring centres.
Hrtc bus stand, enquiries,Though the main tourist attractions of the town are within walking distance of the bus stand, chaugan (the heart of town) and hotels, tourist
Dalhousie: Himachal Pradesh
Std code: 01899
The hill station of dalhousie (1,525 m to 2,378 m), named after a former british governor-general, is full of old world charm and exudes »lingering aura of colonial times. Covering an area of 14 sq km and surrounded by alpine vegetation, dalhousie has charming architecture and panoramic views of both the plains and the whitecapped pir panjal range. Cold in winter, mild in summer.
