Holiday Destination: Dalhousie

Dalhousie is also known as the gateway to the Chamba Valley of Himachal Pradesh. It was established in the year 1854 by the then British Governor General, Lord Dalhousie. The hill station is spread over 14 sq.kms. and is surrounded by some of the most exquisitely designed British architecture.

Climate

Summers (March to May) are pleasant with maximum temperature less than 26 °C. Summers are perfect for nature walk. Monsoons (June to September) and autumn (October to November) are attractive here with mild intermittent showers. Winters (December to February) are bit chilly with temperature lies between 10 °C to 1°C. Snowfalls usually occur during winters. .

Tourist Season

Best season to visit Dalhousie is from March to November.

Accommodation

Hotels, Inspection Bungalows, private cottages are available which suit all budgets.

General Information Of Dalhousie

Chamba District, Himachal Pradesh Altitude 2036 mts (6678 ft) TemperatureMax 30ºC in Summer- Min 0ºC in winter Significance Offers Immense Trekking Opportunities Best Season Between April and July and between September and October.

Tourist Attraction in or by Dalhousie

Subash Baoli

An the charming natural spot called Subhash Baoli. Neta ji Subhash Chander Bose during his stay in Dalhousie in 1937 spent most of his time beside this water body, meditating amidst dense woods. This place lies on the Jandri Gaht Road. A canopy with seating facilities was made by the local administration at this spot.

Satdhara

Satdhara seven sparkling springs flows at the height of 2030 meters. These seven springs contains mica and with medicinal properties..

Shivkul

Shivkul is betwen Subhash Chowk and Gandhi Chowk on the Mall Road. From here one can enjoy the beautiful landscape of Pir Panjal Hills, connecting Chamba with Jammu & Kashmir. During summer Vimala Bahen comes to Dalhousie desciple from all parts of the coutry and abroad gather to attend her lectures on spiritualism.

Catholic Church of St. Francis:

One of the major tourist attractions this is also considered to be an important place for the Christian pilgrims. Enjoy the tourist attractions of Dalhousie in Himachal Pradesh and explore this city which has still retained its aura and charm over the years .

Jandhri Ghat:

A few kilometers from Subash Baoli lies the Jandhri Ghat where the erstwhile rulers of Chamba ruled for a long time. The palace still bears the remains of the Chamba Rulers who ruled here before the advent of the British

Accessibility

Road distance from Dalhousie to(in Kms.)

The distance of Dalhousie from the other cities: • Manali 402 kms • Khajjiar 27 kms • Amritsar 188 kms • Pathankot 80 kms • Delhi 563 kms • Chandigarh 352 kms • Dharamshala 143 kms • Jammu 188 kms • Chamba 56 kms • Jalandhar 192 kms

Nearest Airport

If you are planning how to reach Dalhousie by air then you must drop in Gaggal (Kangra) which is the nearest airport located at a distance of 140 km from Dalhousie. The Jammu Airport is 190 km while the Amritsar Airport is 192km from Dalhousie.

Nearest Railway Station

If you are planning to reach Dalhousie by Rail then Pathankot is the nearest railhead. It is located at a distance of 80kms from Dalhousie.