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Places of Interest in Dharamshala 
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Places of Interest in Dharamshala
 
The “Lahsa in India”, Dharamshala is known for its beautiful landscape and its awe inspiring, picturesque scenery. Lying between the Shivalik Hills and the Dhauladhars, Dharamshala stands surrounded by nature – Deodar and pine forests, sparkling streams and tea gardens. A hill resort and a principal township of the Kangra Valley, it has a large Tibetan community as part of its natives.
 
Kangra Art Museum

A gallery of miniature paintings; for it has a collection of sculptures, pottery and anthropological items, miniture paintings from the Kangre school of art. It also has elaborately embroidered costumes of Kangra people, woodcarvings, and tribal jewellery.

 
War Memorial
Just as one is entering the town, set amidst the pine groves is a war memorial. A web of narrow paths and stretches leads to the memorial. This memorial was raised to commemorate the war heroes of the post independence era.
 
Dall Lake
This shimmering blue lake is called the Dall lake. This lake is 11km from Dharamshala and is approachable by roads. Dall lake forms a perfect scenic picnic spot in the area.
 
St. John's Church
One of the most poignant memories of the British Raj, is the Church of St.John in wilderness. This charmingly dressed stone church is located just 8 km from Dharamshala on the way to McLeod Ganj.
 
Bhagsunath
11 km from the town center of Dharamshala, is the ancient temple of Bhagsunath. This temple,dedicated to Lord Shiva, was built by the Raja of Kangra in the 16th century. There are many fresh water springs close to the temple.
 
Dharmkot
Dharmkot is just 11 km from Dharamshala. From here one can get a very panoramic view of the Kangra valley. The Dhauladhar ranges are also visible from this place. The attractive scenes of the valley and the natural splendour of the area has made people visit the place time and again.
 
Norbulinka Institute
Norbulinka,which is only 4 km from Dharamshala, has a Japanese influence. The shady paths, wooden bridges, small streams and tiny water falls make this place look like heaven. It was established to preserve and teach the ancient Tibetan arts. A nunnery close to the institute teaches advance levels of Buddhist philosophy to women.
 
Chinmaya Tapovan
10 km from the town, is the ashram complex established by Swami Chinmayananda. He choose this lovely place, on the banks of Bindu Saras, to build his ashram, which includes a 9 mt high image of Hanuman, a Ram temple, a meditation hall, a school and a health & recreation center.
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