is one of the most popular tourist destinations in India. It has been
on the top of the list of tourist destinations in India since long.
The place is the home to the Tibetan Government in Exile and Dalai
Lama. It is also blessed with nature in abundance and host to some
significant tourist attractions. Visit the city for a memorable
vacation and pick from the best Dharamshala hotels.
a beautiful place set in the high altitude areas of Himachal Pradesh,
is one of the most illustrated cities of India. It is a hill station,
popular for the unmatched natural splendor, the large Tibetan
community, and the abode of his holiness Dalai Lama. The influx of
the Tibetan Government in Exile and Dalai Lama along with some
Tibetan immigrants in 1959 put the city into world map, and today the
place is one of the most popular tourist destinations in India. The
British did contribute significantly in the development of the place
such that at one point, the place was mooted to be credited as the
Summer Capital of India. However, the massive earthquake of 7.8
magnitude that hit the place on 4th April 1905 put a full stop to the
efforts by pretty much destroying the place and killing over 10,000
people.
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| Dharamshala Tourism |
Dharamsala
means a spiritual abode, a shelter where the pilgrims can come and
rest. It is said the place used to house one such place in the early
times as there are many holy sites in close proximity. It is how the
place came to be known as Dharamshala. Hinduism remained a prime
religion in region for long time. However, today the place is seen as
a major learning centre of Buddhism as the place houses many gompas
and monasteries, the headquarters of Tibetan Government in Exile, and
most significantly the abode of Dalai Lama. Buddhism and Buddhist
culture are pretty much prevalent in every nook and corner. Today,
the place a is very popular hangout place for the foreigners,
honeymooners, students, and backpackers. The once tranquil place now
is a bustling city busy with lively markets, public squares, tourist
places, and numerous hotels.
The
city is divided into four parts, namely: Upper Dharamshala, Lower
Dharamshala, Bhagsu, and Dharamkot. The Upper Dharamshala, also known
as McLeod Ganj, is the most tourist-busy area. It is here where Dalai
Lama’s abode and the headquarters of Tibetan Government in Exile are
situated. It is the centre of Buddhists and houses most number of
monasteries. Plus, the place is also very scenic. Most of the
government offices, schools, and hospitals are situated in Lower
Dharamsala. Compared to Upper Dharamshala, this part of the city is
more quiet and less busy. Plus, it also houses some interesting
tourist destinations that one can visit.
Amongst
the most popular attractions of the city that simply can’t be missed
a few include: Tsuglagkhang Complex, Tibetan Institute of Performing
Arts, Kunal Pathari, Naam Art Gallery, Dharamkot, Tibet Museum,
Bhagsunag Fall, Bhagsu, Forsyth Ganj, Talnu, Naddi, and Peak Art
Gallery. There are various tour companies to contact. Plus, some of
the good Dharamshala
hotels also offer tour services to their guests.
Dharamshala is one of the most popular tourist places in India. Since
the arrival of Dalai Lama and Tibetan Government in Exile, the place
has been generating lots of national and international tourists
attention. Besides, the scenic, untouched natural beauty, there are
plenty of other significant places to visit in Dharamshala which have
been the popular itineraries amongst the backpackers for a long time.