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Duration - 05 Nights / 06 Days
Destination - Pathankot - Dharamashala - Dalhousie -
Khajjar - Chamba - Amritsar
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Day 01 : Pathankot - Dharamashala (90 kms)
Arrive Pathankot by Train, pick up from Railway station & drive to
Dharamshala for approx 2 hours.
Check in at your hotel and day for rest or explore at your own.
Dharamshala the name adopted for the town. Dharamshala stands at the foot
of Dhauladhar and has a magnificent view of snowy peaks, deodar and pine
forests, tea gardens and beautiful hills. Picturesque Dharamsala, built on
a spur of the Dhauladhar range, commands splendid view of the surrounding
country. Originally a little hill resort built by the British, Dharamsala
rambles up in levels to very near the snow line. While Lower Dharamsala
(1,250 m) is the busy commercial area with government buildings, the bazar
and the bus stand, Upper Dharamsala (1,982 m) has suburbs with evocative
names like Forsythganj and Macleodganj that are quite fascinating
Day 02 : Dharamashala
Dharamsala is better known as Dalai Lama's abode and Tibet's
Government-in-exile after the Chinese invasion of Lhasa in October 1959. A
visit to Dharamsala would be considered irrelevent without a peek into the
various monasteries dotting the hillsides.
The Kangra Art Museum is located south of Lower Dharamsala tourist
office. It has miniature paintings from the Kangra School of Art, which
prospered in the Kangra
The Library of Tibetan Works and Archives, housed in the Central
Administration compound at the southern end of McLeod Ganj, has one of the
world's most comprehensive collections of original Tibetan manuscripts
Day 03 : Dharamshala - Dalhousie (143 kms)
After brekfast drive to Dalhousie, Overnight at hotel.
Dalhousie
The popular hill station of Dalhousie is located in the Chamba Valley, at
the foot of the spectacular Dhaula Dhar range of the Himalayas. The lush
cover of vegetation that adorns the town comprises of towering pines,
deodars, oaks, and the beautiful rhododendron plants. Dalhousie is know
for its old churches.
Other tourist attractions are : Subhash Baoli situated at the height of
2085 Meters offers a panoramic view of mountains.
Dhainkund
10 Kms from Dalhousie from where one can obtained a clear view of Valleys
of Beas, Chenab and Ravi rivers
Satdhara
The seven sparkling springs flows at the height of 2030 meters, these
springs contain of mica and medicinal properties.
Barkota Hills
At an altitude of 2085 meters and around 5Km from Dalhousie.
Day 04 : Dalhousie – Khajjiar
Drive to Khajjiar, approx an houre drive through dense forest area will
take you to Khajjiar. This is a small town located in the beautiful Chamba
Valley. It lies midway between Dalhousie and Chamba and is a perfect
stopover for the tourists willing to visit the state of Himachal Pradesh.
Fenced by the tall Deodar trees, Khajjiar is nestled well in the laps of
Himalayas. Khajjiar is famous for the ancient, 12th century, golden-domed
temple of Khajinag.
Other attaractions are The Lake in the rolling green turf is a small lake
Khajinag Temple
known as one of the most charming spots in the Himalayas, derives its
name from its ancient, golden-domed temple of Khajinag
Nine Hole Golf Course
A nine-hole golf course is an added attraction at Khajjiar.
Day 05 : Khajjiar - Chamba
Today full day excursion visiting Khajjiar and Chamba town. Overnight at
hotel.
Chamba originated in 6th century AD and is one of the oldest princely
states. It is situated on the right side of the river Ravi. Located in the
beautiful valley, surrounded by the Shivalik ranges, Chamba also has the
district headquarters. It is famous for its medieval temples and Chaugan,
a public promenade. The architecture of the buildings of Chamba reflects
the artistic taste of its former rulers. Chamba is also famous for its
local festivals.
Other
tourist attractions are Laxmi Narayan Temple : It is one of the major
tourist attraction in Chamba. The six temples in this complex display the
Hindu shikhara style of architecture.
Chowgan is the grassy promenade at the heart of the town and is the focus
for local festivals.
Brajeshwari Devi Temple Nearby the Laxmi Narayan Temple is the
Brajreshwari Devi temple, dedicated to Goddess Durga.
Chamunda Devi Temple
This temple is located on a hill overlooking the town of Chamba and one
has to climb for about 30 minutes to reach it..
Sui Mata Temple
Located between the Chamunda Devi temple and Brajreshwari Devi temple,
the Sui Mata Temple is dedicated to Sui Mata (a local princess, who gave
her life for the people in Chamba). The temple is decorated with colorful
paintings depicting the life of Sui.
Day 06 : Chamba / Amritsar
In time transfer to Amritsar Railway station to board train to onward
destination.
The Himalayas are not mere rocks and snows
but an ubfailing storehouse of adventure and beauty.
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You may not be a pilgrim at first hand but
you'll soon become one as you arrive here!
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