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Dalhousie is one of
India
's most popular hill resorts, located in eastern edge of the Dhauladhar range, just east of the
Ravi
river at an altitude of over 2,039 mts
above sea level. it is named after the British governor General of the 19th century,
Lord Dalhousie. Dalhousie, is on the way to Khajjiar.
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Established as a `hill-station' during the British rule, it
retains much of its quaint colonial charm, while offering panoramic views of
spectacular snow-covered Dhauladhar mountains ,magnificently robed in dense forests of
pines, deodars, oaks and flowering rhododendron , as well as numerous modern attractions and facilities.
It is an ideal
destination for making it through the preliminaries -- the licenses, bridesmaids,
boutonnières, bouquets, ceremonies, dinners, rehearsals, menus |
-- well, you
know what we mean, It makes perfect sense to be in even if you are not a a
newly married couple, you can think of for the time to come or simply enjoy the beauty
of nature combined with warm
sunshine, enchanting surroundings and its invigorating air.
Places of Interest
Subhash Baoli: It is located just one
Km , It was at this enchanting spot surrounded by majestic trees,
Panchpula: This is a picturesque spot
located just three Km where a stream feed a series of pools. A monument has been built
here in memory of the freedom fighter, Sardar Ajit Singh.
Kalatop : This sanctuary is
located in at 10 Km from Dalhousie ,here in this sanctuary you can see the birds in
their natural habitat with a view of varied flora and fauna, as well as ever-changing
symphonies of birdsong as well as'ghoral' and Himalayan black bear. .
Churches : There are four beautiful
churches in Dalhousie. These are St. Andrew's Church and St. Patrick's Church at Balun,
St. Francis church at Subhash Chowk and St.John's Church
Climate:
In winter, the temperature can drop to freezing point when heavy woollens are required.
the summer temperature are mild and light woollens/cottons are recommended.
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How To Get
There
| By Air |
The airport at Gaggal in Kangra is at a
distance of 135 km and Amritsar airports are 195 km by road. |
| By Rail |
Nearest
Railhead is at Pathankot |
| Road |
It is well connected by road: Pathankot to Dalhousie-80
km, |
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Himachal Pradesh
