Kangra Valley, Himachal Pradesh, India
Dharamsala, a beautiful pristine hilly town is a major tourist attraction of the famous kangra valley & is situated in the backdrop of mighty Dhauladhar range.It is easily accessible from all parts of the country.. Dharamsala also gained enormous popularity because of His Holiness, the Dalai Lama. Dharamsala has been the Dalai Lama's home since 1959.Other places of beauty in kangra valley are namely palampur having extensive tea gardens in the backdrop of Dhauladhar,temples of hindu godesses namely chamunda devi, chintpurni,jwalaji,brijeshwari devi whish attract lakhs of devotees throughout the year. Mcleod Ganj which is famous for the Buddha temple situated opposite the present abode of His Holiness, the Dalai Lama. It is popular for its colourful Tibetan bazaars and delicious cuisines showing all aspects of Tibetan culture,lakes like kareri lake,dal lake. Dal lake is surrounded by high and green Deodar trees is the lake, which fills a mountain bowl. Situated 11-kms away from the dharamshala town, this lake is easily approachable by road and makes an enchanting and serene picnic spot. It is beautifully surrounded by fir trees.Pong Lake Sanctuary is 65-km from Panthankot and 115-km from Dharamsala on the Beas River. The Pong Dam Lake is significant for a wildlife sanctuary with wild life species like Nilgai, Sambar, Barking Deer, Wild Buar, Clawless Otter, and Leapord. The reservoir is developed on a large scale for promoting water sports for tourists.Venur 30 kms from Dharamsala, is famous for the Gomateshwara statue built in 1605 AD by an Ajila Prince.Dharmkot : Just 11-km away from Dharamsala, located on the crest of a hill lie this attractive picnic spot, which presents a panoramic view of the Kangra valley and Dauladhar ranges.
Come explore this lush valley.