Dalhousie Travel - The hill stations in India
are not only noted for their cool salubrious air and their stunning
mountain scenery but are known for serene ambience, rolling meadows and
spellbinding views.
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Dalhousie Travel - The hill stations in India
are not only noted for their cool salubrious air and their stunning
mountain scenery but are known for serene ambience, rolling meadows and
spellbinding views. |
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Hill Stations in India |
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Dalhousie TravelDalhausie has charming architecture and panoramic
views of both plains and the whitecapped views of the mountainous
ranges. |
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 ManaliNainital |
DalhousieDarjeeling |
OotyGangtok |
GulmargKodaikanal |
KufriLadakh
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 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. The gateway to the Chamba Valley, this colonial town was established in 1854 by the British governor-general Lord Dalhousie. Covering an area of 14 sq.-km and surrounded by alpine vegetation, Dalhausie has charming architecture and panoramic views of both plains and the whitecapped views of the mountainous ranges. |
Prime Attractions of Dalhousie |
Jandhri Ghat Around half a kilometre away
from the Subhash Baoli, Jandhri Ghat enfolds an elegant palace in the
midst of tall pine trees. Chamba's erstwhile rulers governed from here
till the advent of Lord Dalhousie. The palace houses a number of shikhar
trophies. Beside the palace, Jandhri Ghat offers heavenly spots for
picnicking-gushing streamlets in the midst of fragrant pine-scented
breezes. Bakrota Hills and the 'Round' (2085m): Less than 5 km from the
town centre, the Bakrota Hills frame a breathtaking view of the further
snow-clad peaks. The 'round' is a walling circuit around the hill, very
popular with residents. |
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Satdhara On the way to Panjpulla, at an
altitude of 2,036m. (6,678 ft.), these seven springs are reputed to have
great therapeutic value as they contain mica with medicinal properties. |
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Subhash Baoli : Commanding a view of the
snowcapped mountains, 1.6-km away from the G.P.O. (check spelling)
Square, the spring of Subhash Baoli is situated at an altitude of 2,085
metres (6,678 ft.). |
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The Catholic Church Of St. Francis Dalhousie
is another hill station with a number of old churches. The Church near
the G.P.O looks untouched by time. The Catholic Church of St.Francis,
built in 1894. |
Excursions from Dalhousie |
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Bara Pathar (4Km.)Set amidst thick forest is the small temple of Bhulwani Mata, in the village of Ahla, on the way to Kalatope. A fair is celebrated in July to venerate the goddess. It is 4 km away from the town. |
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Dainkund (10Km.)At an altitude of 2,745 m and 10 km from the town, this tall peak outside town affords a bird's-eye view on a clear day, of the hills, valleys and the river Beas, Ravi and the Chenab threading their silvery way down to the plains. |
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Panjpulla (2Km.)Just 2 km away from the town lies the 'five bridges' memorial, built in memory of Ajit Singh, one of India's well-loved freedom fighters. A natural tank and creams give the spot a fitting serenity. |
How To Get There - Dalhousie |
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By Air The nearest airport is at Gaggal
(Kangra), 140-km from Dalhousie. |
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By Rail The nearest railhead is Pathankot,
which is well connected to Amritsar, Jammu, Delhi and Jalandhar. |
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By Road Onward journey from Pathankot to
Chamba and Dalhausie is by road. Punjab and Himachal Roadways run
services, as do private operators. |
Places To Stay - DalhousieBeing one of the most famous hill stations of Himachal, Dalhousie is well equipped with excellent accommodation facilities. One have got the options to stay from luxury and five star hotels to small budget hotels and tourist lodges, which offer accommodation at resonalble prices. |
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Climate - DalhousieDalhousie ranges between 1,525m and 2,378m high from sea level. The maximum temperature of Dalhousie in summers is 30*C and the winter temperature comes down to almost O*C. Heavy woollens are required in winter and light woollens or tropicals in summer. |
General Information - Dalhousie |
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Location Himachal Pradesh. |
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Altitude 1854. |
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Best Time Mid-May To Mid-October. |
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