General Information
The home of the revered Dalai Lama
State Name
Himachal Pradesh
Distance from Major Cities
Dalhousie >> 92 kms, Kullu >> 183 kms, Shimla >> 185 kms,
Manali >> 223 kms, Chandigarh >> 225 kms, Delhi >> 526
kms.
Weather / Climate
Summer - 33°C - 22°C; Winter - 15°C - 0°C
Also Known As
The Lhasa in India
Population
1.42 lakh
Religions (Major Religion)
Buddhism, Hinduism, Christianity
Language
Hindi, Himachali, Tibetan, Garwali, English
Temples
Masrur, Bhagsunath Temple
Monuments
St. John's Church, War Memorial
Other Attractions
Mc Leodganj, Tibetan Medical & Astro Institute, Kunal Pathri
Wildlife
Pong Wildlife Sanctaury (Kangra, 18 kms), Bassa Wildlife Sanctuary (Kangra)
Excursions
Chinmaya Tapovan (10 kms), Dal Lake (11 kms), Dharamkot (11 kms), Chamunda
Devi Temple (15 kms), Palampur (35 kms)
Area
28.81 sq. kms.
Shopping
Kotwali Bazaar, McLeodganj
Things To Buy
Handicraft items, Tibetan carpets
Airport
Gaggla Airport, 13 kms
Rail Road
Pathankot Railway Station, 85 kms
GOI Tourist Office
Himachal Pradesh Tourist Information Office, Kotwali Bazaar, Dharamshala -
176215, Himachal Pradesh
Entertainment
Walks (McLeodganj - Bhagsunag, Dharamkot), Trekking, Rock Climbing, Angling
& Fishing
Best Season
April - June & September - November
