Dharamshala & McLeod Ganj City Guide
Dharamshala is a serene hill town in Himachal Pradesh and the spiritual home of the Dalai Lama. Upper Dharamshala, known as McLeod Ganj, is famous for Tibetan culture, monasteries, trekking routes, cafés, and panoramic Himalayan views.
📍 Quick Facts
StateHimachal Pradesh
Famous ForTibetan Culture & Monasteries
Ideal Duration2–4 Days
LanguagesHindi, English, Tibetan
🌦 Live Weather & Network
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📱 NetworkJio, Airtel, VI
🌐 InternetGood 4G (best in McLeod Ganj)
🗓 Best Time to Visit
Mar – JunPleasant sightseeing
Jul – SepMonsoon greenery
Oct – FebCold & snowy views
FestivalsLosar & Dalai Lama events
🎯 Things to See & Do
🏛 Places
🍽 Food
🛍 Shopping
✨ Experiences
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Dalai Lama TempleSpiritual center in McLeod Ganj
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Namgyal MonasteryTibetan monastery
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Bhagsu WaterfallPopular nature spot
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Kangra FortHistoric fort nearby
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MomosTibetan dumplings
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ThukpaTibetan noodle soup
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CafésMcLeod Ganj cafés
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Himachali FoodLocal cuisine
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Tibetan MarketPrayer flags & crafts
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Main SquareSouvenirs & cafés
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HandicraftsBuddhist artifacts
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Prayer ItemsBeads & flags
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Triund TrekHimalayan trek
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MeditationMonastery sessions
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Sunset ViewsMountain viewpoints
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BackpackingPopular youth destination
🗺 Suggested Dharamshala Itinerary
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Day 1Dalai Lama Temple · McLeod Ganj
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Day 2Bhagsu Waterfall · Cafés
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Day 3Triund Trek · Sunset
🚆 How to Reach Dharamshala
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Kangra Airport (DHM)Approx 15 km
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Pathankot RailwayMajor railhead
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HRTC BusesFrom Delhi & Chandigarh
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TaxiPathankot ↔ Dharamshala ₹2,500
🏨 Where to Stay in Dharamshala
Luxury Hotels
Mid-Range Hotels
Budget Hotels
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Fortune Park MokshaLuxury hillside stay
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Hyatt RegencyPremium comfort
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Norbu HouseHeritage luxury
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Radisson BluMountain views
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Hotel IncloverCentral McLeod Ganj
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Hotel Moon Walk ResidencyComfort stay
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Hotel TibetMid-range favorite
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Hotel Pink HouseValue option
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Zostel McLeod GanjBackpacker hostel
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Guest HousesBudget stays
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HomestaysLocal experience
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OYO HotelsLow-cost rooms
🍴 Popular Restaurants
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Tibet KitchenAuthentic Tibetan food
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Nick’s Italian KitchenPopular café
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Jimmy’s Italian KitchenTraveller favorite
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Moonpeak EspressoCafé & bakery
📍 Nearby Destinations
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Triund · 9 kmTrekking base
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Palampur · 35 kmTea gardens
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Kangra · 20 kmHistoric town
👕 What to Wear
Summer – Light jackets
Winter – Heavy woolens
Trekking – Sportswear & shoes
Monasteries – Modest clothing
🎉 Festivals
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LosarTibetan New Year
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DiwaliLocal celebrations
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Buddha PurnimaMonastery events