Location
: 92-km From Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh.
Main Attractions : Lord James Ramsay, Marquis Of Dalhousie,
Khajjiar.
Best Time To Visit : Mid-May to Mid-October.
The Gateway to the Chamba
Valley
Dalhousie, a quiet town, with a sense of magnetism is a hill station
spreads over five low-level hills at the western edge of the Dhauladhar
range, just east of the Ravi River. This charming town of Himachal Pradesh
is impregnate with the colonial-era buildings, low roofed stalls and hotels.
The pine-covered slopes enveloping it are split with paths and treks, which
are excellent for short and easy walks.
The gateway to the Chamba Valley, Dalhousie 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 enticing architecture and
unobstructed views of both plains and the snow-capped views of the mountain
ranges, surrounding it.
Arriving at Dalhousie
By Flight : The nearest airport is at Gaggal,
Kangra, 140-km from
Dalhousie.
By Trackways : The nearest airport is at Gaggal, Kangra,
140-km from Dalhousie.
By Roadways : Onward journey from Pathankot to Chamba and
Dalhausie is by road. Punjab and Himachal Roadways run services, as do
private operators.
The Major Fascinations in Dalhousie
Subhash Baoli : 1.6-km away from the G.P.O. Square, lies
the spring of Subhash Baoli at an altitude of 2,085 m, demonstrating a view
of the snowcapped mountains.
Satdhara
: These are seven springs, reputed to have great therapeutic value as
they contain mica with medicinal properties. Satdhara is on the way to
Panjpulla, at an altitude of 2,036 m.
Kalatope : 5-kms from Dalhousie, Kalatope is an alluring
getaway, with a panoramic view, a intriguing
palace and a forest rest house. Kalatope is located 10-kms away from G.P.O.
Square at an altitude of 8,000-ft. Walking along the lonely and forested
road by the upper Nakorota hills, one reaches Lakkarmandi. The home of Dogri
families, Lakkarmandi lies between 8,600 ft. high Dayan Kund peak on its
right and Kalatope on the left. The little Kalatope Sanctuary has a variety
of wildlife stocks like, Ibex, Deer, Bears and Leopards.
Khajjiar : Situated just 27-km from Dhoudar the beautiful
little plain of Khajjiar is one of the most loved retreats for travelers.
The saucer-shaped grassland, dominated by pines, has a lake fixed in the
middle, complete with a floating island. A little golden-spired temple of
Khajjinag of the 12th century and a enchanting golf course complete this
beautiful scenery.
