Tsuglagkhang is the most important Buddhist monument in McLeodganj. Here lies the Dalai Lama's residence, monastery, museum, library etc.It is easily accessible adn everybody around is very warm and collegial.One is free to go anywhere except for Dalai lama's residential areas. Here you'll always find people busy with their daily prayers, It's a joy to see them praying.
St.John's Church -
This is a living example of excellence of British architecture , which also houses a memorial of Lord Elgin, the British Viceroy who died in 1963 and also an old graveyard. An old bell hangs down from ceiling . Sorrounding the church are thick deodar trees where one can easily locate the great himalayan black face langoors. One almost looked at me , as if he is going to snatch my camera .this church has some fine Belgian stained glass windows donated by Lady Elgin.
Dal lake -
This is the one lake that captivated partly because of the greenery of surrounding deodar /pine trees which reflect in the lake water. The greenery of the conical trees and the beauty of the park make this place a very very good picnic spot. Apart from the scenic views.There are also a few tea stalls here.So all in all a very very good time guranteed here. Held near the Dal Lake (1,700m) every August-September, this fair is especially favoured by Girths and Gurkhas (hill tribes)
Triund -
Triund is on the foothills of Dhauladhar range and is 17 km from Dharamshala and a 9 km trek from McLeodganj passing through Dharamkot and Rakkar at a height of 2,827 mtrs. The breathtaking views of the mountains and the valleys make Triund an ideal spot. A ropeway is available from Dharamshala to Triund and accommodation is available at the forest rest house at Triund.
Dharamshala -
Situated at a lower edge of McLeodganj, Dharamshala is a small hill station of Himachal Pradesh with great variations, not only in levels and temperature but also in character. It provides a range of interesting experiences and activities for the visitor. Tourists can take a long walk through thickly populated pine forests of Dhauladhar ranges.
Tsuglagkhang is the most important Buddhist monument in McLeodganj. Here lies the Dalai Lama's residence, monastery, museum, library etc.It is easily accessible adn everybody around is very warm and collegial.One is free to go anywhere except for Dalai lama's residential areas. Here you'll always find people busy with their daily prayers, It's a joy to see them praying.
This is a living example of excellence of British architecture , which also houses a memorial of Lord Elgin, the British Viceroy who died in 1963 and also an old graveyard. An old bell hangs down from ceiling . Sorrounding the church are thick deodar trees where one can easily locate the great himalayan black face langoors. One almost looked at me , as if he is going to snatch my camera .this church has some fine Belgian stained glass windows donated by Lady Elgin.
This is the one lake that captivated partly because of the greenery of surrounding deodar /pine trees which reflect in the lake water. The greenery of the conical trees and the beauty of the park make this place a very very good picnic spot. Apart from the scenic views.There are also a few tea stalls here.So all in all a very very good time guranteed here. Held near the Dal Lake (1,700m) every August-September, this fair is especially favoured by Girths and Gurkhas (hill tribes)
Triund is on the foothills of Dhauladhar range and is 17 km from Dharamshala and a 9 km trek from McLeodganj passing through Dharamkot and Rakkar at a height of 2,827 mtrs. The breathtaking views of the mountains and the valleys make Triund an ideal spot. A ropeway is available from Dharamshala to Triund and accommodation is available at the forest rest house at Triund.
Situated at a lower edge of McLeodganj, Dharamshala is a small hill station of Himachal Pradesh with great variations, not only in levels and temperature but also in character. It provides a range of interesting experiences and activities for the visitor. Tourists can take a long walk through thickly populated pine forests of Dhauladhar ranges.