Dalhousie, Khajjiar & Chamba
Kangra → Dalhousie → Khajjiar → Chamba
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Places to visit in Dalhousie
A quiet colonial hill station on five hills, with deodar walks and old stone churches.
1,970 m
Chamba district
125 km from Gaggal Airport
Dalhousie was founded in 1854 and named after Lord Dalhousie. It has kept its slow pace, with flat Mall Road walks, churches and old cottages. It is the base for Khajjiar and the Chamba valley.
Things to do in Dalhousie
- Gandhi Chowk and Subhash Chowk: The Mall Road walk.
- St John's and St Francis' churches: Victorian stone churches.
- Panchpula: Streams, a memorial and a short walk.
- Dainkund peak: Highest point near Dalhousie, with 360° views.
- Kalatop sanctuary: Forest walks on the way to Khajjiar.
How to reach Dalhousie
Pathankot (80 km) is the nearest railhead. Gaggal Airport is 125 km away.
Best time to visit Dalhousie
March to June, and September to November. Snow from late December to February.
Where to stay
Around Gandhi Chowk for walking access, or the quieter Upper Bakrota.
Dalhousie: questions
Which is better, Dalhousie or Dharamshala?
Dalhousie is quieter and colonial. Dharamshala has more to do, including the monasteries and treks. They are about four hours apart and pair well.
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