Bhagsunag Falls: It is located around 3 kms from Dharmshala and lies on Bhagsu road.the path to the waterfall is in reasonable shape, except for the final 50 meters which are distinctly dodgy, especially in slippery weather.
Dal Lake: Lies about 10 kms from lower Dharmshala and 4 km from Mcleodganj and is connected by road.One can reach here by local buses or by hireing taxis.The lake is covered by hills from all around.The greenery around the lake soothes ones mind. This place is starting point for excursions and trekking tours.
Jwalamukhi Temple: This temple is located about 50 kms.from Dharmshala and is dedicated to the "GODDESS OF LIGHT", the temple is one of the most popular Hindu temples in northern India.This temple is different from other temples in India because it has no idol and eternally burning and shining blue flame from a rock is regarde as Goddess.the dome of the temple is golden and said to be gifted from emperor Akbar. Two important fairs are held here during the Navratras in earlier April and mid October.
Masroor: Masroor is 15kms south of Kangra and is known for rock temples. There are 15 rock cut temples in Indo-Aryan style and richly carved. These temple resemble to Elora temples in Maharashtra. The main temple is dedicated to Lord Ram, Lakshman and Sita.
McLeod Ganj: A number of residential buildings, restaurants, antique and curio shops, together with famous Tibetan institutions have lent importance to McLeod Ganj. The Budha temple is situated opposite to the present abode of His Holiness, the Dalai Lama and is worth a visit.
Nurpur: 66 kms from Dharamshala, Nurpur is famous for an old fort and a temple of Brij Raj. Nurpur acquired its name in 1672, when Jahangir, the Mughal Emperor named it after his wife Nurjahan. Nurpuri shawls are good. There is a PWD rest house for the convenient stay of tourists.
St.John's Church: The church of St. John's in the wilderness lies on a motorable road between McLeod Ganj and Forsythe Ganj 8 kms from Lower Dharamshala. It has a monument of Lord Elgin, one of the Viceroys of India, who died in Dharamshala and was buried here in 1863.
Trilokpur: It is situated 41 kms from Dharamshala and can be approached by road the natural cave temple of Trilokpur contains a stalactite and stalagamite is dedicated to Shiva. High on the ridge of the cave are ruins of a palace and baradari (audience hall) of Lehna Singh Majitha, Governor of Kangra hills during the Sikh rule.
Triund:Lying about 20 kms from Dharmshala It is a popular picnic and trekking spot and lies at a height of about 3000mts.. Ropeway is being installed from Dharamshala to this place.
War Memorial: Set amidst beautiful surroundings, this memorial is built near the entry point to Dharamshala to commemorate the memory of those who fought valiantly for the defence of the motherland.
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