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A popular hill station in the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh, Dharamshala is known for its sylvan surroundings amidst pine trees, tea estates and the snow capped Himalayan Mountains. This place is also home to His Holiness, The Dalai Lama and it lends an aura of divinity to this place. The visitor's guide to Dharamshala will tell you about this beautiful hill station and also how and when to reach this place. The whole town of Dharamshala has a strong Buddhist presence. Dharamshala, in English means an abode which is internally attached to a temple. A more profound meaning would be that of a shelter to all the visitors.
Dharamshala has its history, deeply rooted with the Tibetan immigrants who made their way up here and started building a township. The local Hindu inhabitants, called the Gaddis worship the Indian Gods of the likes of Shiva and Goddess Durga. McLeod Ganj is what the Britishers named this place during their rule in India. Situated in the Kangra valley, the whole town is a feast for your eyes with its idyllic and serene surroundings and viewpoints. The visitor's guide to Dharamshala will enlighten you about the number of tourist attractions that this place is adorned with.
The visitor's guide to Dharamshala will also tell you about the best time to visit this place, which is between the summers of mid April to mid July and during the winters of October to February. The winters are the best if you are looking to indulge in activities such as skiing and the likes of it. The summers will be good enough for trekkers and people who like paragliding. Dharamshala can be reached by air from Delhi, the Capital of India. The nearest airport is Gajjal, just 13 km away and Pathankot would be the nearest railhead which is 85 km away. Excellent road conditions prevail if you are looking to drive up to this place.
If you are looking for some good accommodation, the visitor's guide to Dharamshala provides you up to date information on the best hotels in this hill station. There are a wide range of star hotels and resorts to choose from. All the places offer excellent hospitality and also good Indian and Chinese food for its guests. A divine aura always lingering throughout this scenic town and if you are looking for a peaceful time with nature, Dharamshala is the place to be.
