Dalhousie Travel Guide

Dalhousie-  Hill station with a Magic Touch of Switzerland

About Dalhousie Travel Guide

Dalhousie is a well-known and exemplary hill station in Himachal Pradesh, providing a fascinating vision of the snow-clad peaks of the Dhauladhar ranges. Dalhousie is popular because of natural vistas like meadows, dense jungles, and waterfalls. It is popular among vacationers, and newly married couples. Established in 1854, this hill station of Himachal is named after Lord Dalhousie and was one of the much sought-after destinations of the Britishers in the colonial era.

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Dalhousie provides an old-world charm, exotic natural landscapes, pine valleys, and misty mountains. The Scottish, as well as Victorian-era architecture of churches, makes you recollect its colonial heritage. Dalhousie is known for Himachali shawls, Tibetan handicrafts, Chamba handkerchiefs, as well as other paraphernalia. Get this stuff from The Mall Road which is the main market. If you strategize a trip to Dalhousie, you need to include Khajjiar in the itinerary. 

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How to Reach Dalhousie 

By Air–If you want to reach Dalhousie by flight, the nearest airport is Pathankot airport at a distance of 76 km from Dalhousie. 

By Train–The nearest rail connectivity to Dalhousie is Pathankot Railway st ation.It is connected to cities of India like Jammu, Delhi, Jaipur.

By Road–There is road connectivity from Pathankot to Dalhousie. It is a hilly road. The distance is 72 km approx. It is advisable to drive safely as the hilly road exhausts you. 

Things to do at Dalhousie

If you love adventure and wood items, Dalhousie is for you. You can do paragliding at Khajjiar. You can trek to Kalatop, have a boat ride at Chamera lake in Dalhousie, and spend a day picnicking at Khajjiar. If you are an environmental lover, take some exclusive pics at Kalatop wildlife sanctuary. Are you a waterfall lover? Satdhara is for you at Dalhousie. 

Places to see at Dalhousie

Panchpula

Covered by green pine as well as deodar trees, Panchpula is a picnic spot of fascination in Dalhousie, situated at a distance of 3.5 km from Gandhi Chowk. It is well known globally for Saptdhara Waterfall, the commencing point of the Ganji Pahari trek as well as other activities like Zip Lining, and Burma Bridge. A  monument is constructed near Panchpula in honor of the revolutionary, Sardar Ajit Singh who died here. Bhagat Singh was his nephew.

Khajjiar

Often called as 'mini-Switzerland of India', Khajjiar is a little town near Dalhousie and is good for a day or overnight trip. Khajjiar has perfect grassy meadows. There is a little lake at the center of the meadow.  You could enjoy the scenery or partake in adventure sports like paragliding, zorbing, and horse-riding. Situated at an elevation of 6,500 feet, Khajjiar is acclaimed for its nine-hole golf course nestled in the midst of exotic greenery and a splendid landscape.

However, the path to Khajjiar is closed during winters due to heavy snowfall. Visit Kalatop Wildlife Sanctuary on the way from Dalhousie to Khajjiar. The exotic beauty of this place has inspired many kingdoms and including the Rajputs and Mughals. The Khajji Nag temple was constructed in the 12th century and has pulled devotees ever since. It is among the beautiful places of Himachal Pradesh.

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Kalatop Wildlife Sanctuary

 Wildlife, snow-capped mountains, verdant grass, lands, and streams of crystal clear water make up the Kalatop Wildlife Sanctuary. Also known as the Kalatop Khajjiar Sanctuary, it is set in the beautiful Chamba. Kalatop means 'black cap', referring to the dense, black forest cover on the most elevated hilltop in the sanctuary. Just some kilometers from the Chamba dam as well as Chamera reservoir on Ravi, rich in flora and fauna.

You can see freshwater streams going into the Ravi that flows on the northern side of the sanctuary. The well-laid trekking, as well as hiking trails in the Kalatop Wildlife Sanctuary, make for an exclusive nature walk with a splendid glimpse of the immaculate Pir Panjal range. It is among the famous sanctuaries of Himachal Pradesh.

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Chamera Lake

Situated near Dalhousie in the Chamba District of Himachal, the Chamba Lake is the man-made reservoir for the Chamba Dam. It is a well-known picnic spot as well as a boating location. One can take a full glimpse of the lake on a fast boat or a rowboat and go for activities like kayaking & canoeing.

You can see carpeting of deodar conifers and experience cleanliness in the air making this spot unforgettable.

Dainkund Peak

 Being the much-elevated point in Dalhousie, the peak provides a bird’s eyesight of the exotic valleys as well as mountains. For nature lovers, the peak has much to offer. The memory of tall Deodar trees and flower valleys is everlasting. As you make the way upwards, you can feel the breeze passing through the trees generating a musical sound. The charm of Khajjiar lake and the splendid view of the mud houses in greenery is a soothing touch to the eyes.

The Pholani Devi temple, as well as the Air Force station, are also principal attractions of Dainkund Peak. Camping, as well as trekking towards the peak, makes the trip all the more exciting.

Satdhara falls

The Satdhara falls is located in Dalhousie, Himachal Pradesh. You get the fantastic views of the Chamba valley - with snow-clad ranges as well as fresh, green pine and deodar trees. 'Satdhara' translates as seven springs. This waterfall binds together the waters of seven springs cascading majestically in unison. The water here contains mica, having medicinal properties for curing skin ailments. It is among the natural places of Himachal Pradesh.

Church of St John

Constructed in 1863, St John's Church is the first church in Dalhousie and carries historical relevance apart from being a center point of Protestant faith in the region. Standing in Gandhi Chowk is a favorite for photographers. It has excellent British architecture and is among the heritage monuments of Himachal Pradesh. The church is open for praise and worship on Sundays and other important days of the Christian calendar.