Green meadows, huge mountains, Deodar and Pine trees, cool winds and silence, is what define Dalhousie. Nestled in the Chamba district, this tiny is a bundle of surprises and beauty. Offlate Dalhousie has become quite popular as a tourist place. Thanks to the serene natural beauty and accessibility, Dalhousie tour places attract people from across the world.

The town as a whole gives you a nostalgic feeling. Considered as the Summer spot during the British Reign, Dalhousie still proves to be the perfect summer retreat. Though the town as such is tiny, Dalhousie has many attractions and interesting tourist spots in and around. Also, Dalhousie is a destination that can be visited at any time of the year. So, here we bring you a list of Dalhousie tour places from which you can get more information.

here is a list of Dalhousie tour places

Khajjiar

The first place that tops the list is Khajjiar, a tiny town very close to Dalhousie. Khajjiar, popularly known as “Mini Switzerland,” has many tourist attractions like the Kalatop Wildlife Sanctuary, Khajjiar lake and more. Exploring Khajjiar would take a whole day. The Kalatop Sanctuary is vast and is a house for various Himalayan animals and birds. In addition, to these tourist spots, it also offers an adventurous sport like paragliding.

Shivkul Ashram

Hill stations have a certain peace but adding to it is the Shivkul Ashram located at the Mall Road. Nestled in the Pir-Pinjal hills, this ashram lets you relax and rejuvenate through meditation and workshops the ashram offers. However, you can also just head to the ashram and spend an evening seeing the sun setting on the Pir-Pinjal hills.

Panchpula

Amidst the concrete bridges on which we zoom away in our everyday life, experience the bamboo bridge i.e. the Panchpula. Walk through the bridge that is surrounded by thick trees that have small streams of water flowing. The colourful bridge is definitely worth a walk. On the other side, the story goes that the water of Panchpula has mica and other medicinal properties that can cure skin diseases. Therefore, you see people of all age groups making it a point to take a dip in these waters.

Ganji Pahari Trek

Once you are at Panchpula, setting off on a trek to Ganji Pahari is a must. Standing to the meaning of the name i.e. Ganji- “bald,” this hill looks bald minus all flora and fauna. Interestingly, amidst the beautiful trees and flower that is quite a common view in Dalhousie, it is genuinely interesting to see this hill that’s bland and bald. People, however, trek to this to catch the sunset and sunrise. The trek is quite comfortable and ideally, you don’t need a guide. But if you need one, you can hire from Dalhousie. For youngsters, Ganji Pahari treks also have some limited camping options.

Lord Shiva temple

Some pinch of devotion is good on a leisure trip. That’s exactly what this shiva temple near Khajjiar offers. Standing tall and huge amidst the landscapes, this 85ft polished bronze idol of Shiva is definitely a stunner. Try to make it to the place during the sunset and you can be sure of catching a memorable view of the idol glowing like gold.

Dainkund trek

Known to be the tallest peak in Dalhousie for treks Dalhousie, the Daikund peak is unique and special in many ways. The first unique thing about the Daikund trek is the view. The peak being the tallest, the view from the top is mindblowing. It feels like getting a bird’s view of the town. Surrounded by Deodar trees and many wildflowers, this peak looks massive and colourful. Lastly, this peak is also known as the Singing Hill.

Wondering why?? Considering the height of this hill, when you are at the top, you can actually listen to the wind while it passes through the trees. The music the wind creates while passing through, got this peak the name of being a “Singing hill.” The Pholani Devi temple and an Air Force are also major attractions of Dainkund Peak. Camping and trekking to the peak make your trip all the more exciting. The add on attractions while trekking to Daikund is the Pholani Devi temple and Air force zone.

Sach Pass

This favourite tourist and trekking spot is a mountain that runs over the Pir Panjal Mountain range. Known to be the toughest passes to cross in North India, this pass experiences a lot of bikers and trekkers seeking adventure. However, for those who wish to experience the adventure but don’t want to do it personally, they can hire experienced drivers and experience the thrill. During the winters and rainy, commuting via this pass becomes difficult.

Chamera Lake

The first time you see Chamera lake, it is hard to believe that it is a man-made reservoir for the Chamba Dam. The place looks like a painting. The Chamera lake experiences people coming in great numbers to experience boating. The place offers speed boats and rowboats. It also offers activities like kayaking & canoeing. Smell the fresh, pure air filled with fragrances of the wildflowers as you row the boat. Chamera lake not only attracts tourists but is also a favourite picnic spot for locales and kids.

Indo-Tibetan Market

Vacation or Holidaying is incomplete unless and until one does shopping. So, here is the last but definitely the most important Dalhousie tour place, the Indo-Tibetan market. This market can be defined as reasonable and authentic. In other words, in this market, you can find the best Kashmiri shawls, embroidery, bags, carpets, and many handicrafts available at reasonable prices. The market, therefore, is always buzzing with tourists buying items in bulk to take back home for friends and family.

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In addition, to the above-mentioned attractions, Dalhousie has more to offer. Complementing this offering, many comfortable and luxurious hotels in Dalhousie offers this. From homestays to villas and hotels, Dalhousie has all of it. Therefore, no matter if you are travelling solo or with family or friends, you can be sure of having a great time at Dalhousie.