Mc Leod Ganj

Introduction
This temporary shelter of His Holiness Dalai Lama attracts the ceaseless stream of Tibetan refugees and tourists from all over the world. They gather here to receive his blessings & teachings.This town was established as a British garrison initially. Mc Leod Ganj also has been a home of nomadic Gaddi tribe. Even now, a lot of Gaddi families live in the villages around the town. Western & Indian tourists & scholars come to see the rebirth of an ancient & fascinating civilization. Dharmashala keeps rocking with the sights & sounds of old Tibet while maintaining the rapport with the modernity.


Location & Climate
The town is situated in the northern Indian state of Himachal Pradesh. It lies on the spur of Dhauladhar(white ridge) snow capped range and rises out of Kangra Vally below. A British official made a comment on the town "No scenery , in my opinion , presents such a sublime & delightful contrasts". High altitude & cool weather actally cause deja vu among Tibetans by reviving the memories of Tibet.

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Sightseeing
'Mc Leod Ganj has the character of its own', according to a tourist who has extensively travelled in the hills. This town has a rare collection of surprises for you. These include the following.

» Residence of Dalai Lama : This is on the south edge of the town. It has been his residence since he came here from Tibet in 1960. Most of the house has been acquired by the government offices leaving a small portion for his residence.

» Tsuglagkhang : Main Buddhist temple of Dharmshala is situated just opposite the residence of Dalai Lama. It houses the images of Shakyamuni, Padmsambhava, Avlokiteshvara in meditation posture.

» Gompa Dip Tse-Chok Ling : Main prayer hall of this small monastry has a image of Shakyamuni and excusite mandaps.

» Library of Tibetan Works & Archives : The library rightfully boasts to have the rich collection of almost 40% of original Tibetan manuscripts.

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You will find umpteen number of shops in the narrow streets of the town. Traditional Tibetan arts & handicrafts can be bought from these shops. Paragliding in Kangra Vally and trekiing in Dhauladhar may also be tried. Kangra district is also believed to have more than 555 species of birds according to a study by J W den Besten. The tourists may also find a small town in Kangra, 3 kms east to Dhameta, a cluster of antiques of unique tall temples which remains dipped in the water for 8 months but stands exposed to the human eye only during March to June.


Accommodation Options
There are large number of hotels in Mc Leod Ganj. Some of them are Kareri Lodge and Chinar lodge, Anand Palace (at Bhagsunag) and Spring Vally Resort is at Dharmshala. Ashoka Hotel is at the bottom of Hill Bhagsu. The hotels with unparallel standered are including these.

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Accessibility
Its nearest airport Gaggla is 13 kms and the nearest railway station Pathankot is 85 kms away. Regular Bus Service from Manali and Delhi is also avilable for Mc Leod Ganj.

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