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Religious Places in and Around Dharamshala

Temples, Monastery and Church Near Dharamshala: 1. Bhagsunath temple in Mcleodganj:  Bhagsunath temple is 11kms from Dharamshala. Bhagsunath temple is an ancient temple just few kilometers from main Mcleodganj. Fresh water springs are close to Bhagsunath temple which is considered holy. 2. Kunal Pathri Temple:  Kunal Pathri temple is another famous temple located at a distance of 3 kms from Dharamshala. Kunal Pathri temple is an old rock temple. It is also one of the major tourist attractions in Dharamshala. Kuna;l pathri temple is dedicated to goddess Kapaleshwari. It is believed that skull of Sati fell in this region which gave birth to Kunal Pathri temple. 3. Durgeshwara Temple:  Durgeshwara temple is located at a distance of 11kms from Dharamshala. The temple is situated beside the famous Dal lake in Dharamshala. 4. Akhanjar Mahadev Temple:  Akhanjar Mahadev temple is situated at a distance of about 8.5 kms from Dharamshala in Khaniyara village...

Unexplored Kangra Valley, Himachal Pradesh (part of Dharamsala region)

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Kangra Valley surrounded with snow covered Dhauladar range The Kangra valley is one of the most picturesque valleys of lower Himalayas. The valley, sheltered by the sublime Dhauladhar range, is green and luxuriant. It provides a tremendous contrast in nature of places to be visited. Kangra, is at the confluence of Majhi and Bener streams, which makes it a hot tourist spot overlooking the majestic Ban Ganga torrent in the state of Himachal Pradesh.  Kangra is renowned all over the world for its crafts and temples. Handicrafts and artifacts including paintings and marvelously embroidered shawls are world known. Kangra is proud of its rich cultural legacy. There are many rock-cut temples displaying the architectural excellence of the region. Masrur is known for many marvelous rock-cut temples. The town houses shrines of Chamunda Devi, Baijnath and Jawalamukhi. Brajeshwari Devi Temple is an important temple witnessing huge inflow of pilgrims every year.  The hist...

Dharamshala & Dalhousie Himachal Holidays

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Share Explore the Famous Tourist Attractions in Dharamshal, Dalhousie, Dharamshala, Dalhousie Himachal Pradesh Sightseeing ... Dalhousie is a quiet town, with a sense of enchantment. This hill station spreads over five low-level hills at the western edge of the Dhauladhar range, just east of the Ravi River. The picturesque town is interspersed with the colonial-era buildings, low roofed stalls and hotels. The pine-covered slopes around it are intersected with paths and treks, which are ideal for short undemanding walks. Dalhousie, Himachal Hill Station is 590 km and takes approx 14 hrs by road. The best way to go to this hill station is to break this journey. By Air The nearest airport is at Gaggal (Kangra), 140-km from Dalhousie. By Rail The nearest railhead is Pathankot, which is well connected to Amritsar, Jammu, Delhi and Jalandhar. By Road Onward journey from Pathankot to Chamba and Dalhausie is by road. Punjab and Himachal Roadways run services, as do private o...

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