The temple of Bhagsunaag is 2 kms from McLeodGunj, dedicated to Lors Shiva and the snake God. A fresh water spring in which pilgrims to take holy dip flows through the temple. It is a beautiful village full of natural scenes.
It is 1.5 km from a Bhagsu temple, which is at pristine glory during monsoon. The view of unsullied water gushing out of the water fall and the mist emanating from the tall about 20 feet is indeed a delighting experience. Tiny water drops rising in air is as a result of fall, taking from the light drizzle sooths one’s eyes and mind.
Dalai Lama temple complex is a beautiful and peaceful place located in upper Dharamshala, just a short walk away from the McLeodGunj Bus Stand. It is very peaceful place where you can sit down and meditate. The complex is totally of Tibetan people house, they dance play music and other activities. The temple has very beautiful idol of Lord Buddha . The complex is decorated with the colourful prayer flags, it’s perfect for long serene walks, or early morning meditation with chanting monks. The best time to visit the temple is somewhere in the afternoon. When the most of the religious activities take place. It is very unique and engaging experience. The temple is surrounded by a series of prayer wheels chanted with 108 holy chants each. It is recommended to turn each wheel clockwise.
An Anglican church located in the forest near Forsyth Ganj. The neo-Gothic stone building of the church was constructed in 1852. The site also has a memorial of the British Viceroy Lord Elgin, and an old graveyard. The church building is also noted for its Belgian stained- glass windows donated by Lady Elgin.
Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium or HPCA Stadium is cricket stadium located in the city of Dharamshala in Himachal Pradesh, India. Dharamshala is going to the hill town has found place in the first of 98 citites across India picked for the ambitious project. The venue is unique in India in that it is situated at an altitude of 4,780 feet above sea level and has the snow-capped Himalayan mountains in the background Getting to Dharamshala from the nearest airport in Gaggal, aroung 8 km away through hilly terrain, the harsh winters, during which it rains and snows, are deterrents to organizing regular matches.
Like any other destination, shopping in Mcleodganj has its own charm. Kotwali Bazaar, Jogiwara Road, & Mcleodganj Central Square are well-known shopping areas in the district. While the street shops of Kotwali Bazaar are most popular for Tibetan carpets, rugs, & exotic sculptures, the Jogiwara Road holds a reputation of the go-to place for souvenir shopping. The Mcleodganj Central Square is known to have the city’s oldest shop – Nowrojee and Son – that opened in 1860. The entire market area is famous for its wooden carvings, Thangka tapestry paintings, and handicrafts.
Palampur is rightly known as the Tea Capital of Northern India and is famous all across the country for its vast spreads of lush tea gardens, which are the chief attraction of the town. The tea gardens of Palampur are the perfect place to witness the vast tea gardens and the tea making process in great detail. Stepping into these lush green gardens makes you feel as if you have stepped into a dream world altogether, and the divine fragrance transforms you into heaven. This experience is heightened for tea lovers, for whom this place is like paradise on earth.
A small lake located around 3 km from McLeodGunj, next one of the Tibetan Children’s villages school. An annual fair is held here in August or September, and it is attended mainly by the Gaddi Community. There is a small spring and an old temple near Lak.
Triund is the crown jewel of Dharamsala situated in the laps of Dhauladhar mountains on one side and Kangra valley on the other. Located 18 km from Dharam shala, Triund makes for an attractive trekking destination, with well-defined forest trails and breath taking views of the Kangra valley. Triund trek can be described as a tranquil trek which can be easily accomplished by almost all age groups. Triund has beautiful mixed forest of Oak, deodar and rhododendron. Final stretch through the woods is known as 22 curves, because of the 22 switchbacks that one has to walk through to get triund. The latitudinal location of Dharamshala has an advantage that it lies in a very close proximity to snowline. During summer time after walking for only 13 km you reach the snowline at Laka Glacier. This is one of the most popular and beautiful trek that you can do in short duration. During pre-monsoon period the glacier is full of snow. The traipse worth it as the panorama when you reach Triund is awe-inspiring and exhilarating.