Dharamsala
Dharamsala Guía, información sobre los monumentos y información sobre los hoteles.
The Motifs on these carpets are either inspired from nature or from the monuments or carry a description of some folk story of the Tibetan cultural heritage. Over all, these carpets carry a totally different style and attraction from their counterparts in Kashmir or the Persian carpets.
Further the local handicrafts are also available in the market. Tibetan Textile can be purchased from the office of Tibetan handicrafts. One can always bargain items like the traditional hat, the Chubas, the traditional wear for the Tibetan women, bags, trousers etc.
During the summers the weather is mild and light woolens and cottons are recommended. The best time to visit the place is during the summers when the cold has shed its biting teeth and there is plenty of Sunshine. But avoid coming here during the monsoon months, as there is a danger of landslides.
Localización:Himachal Pradesh
Establecido en medio: 1852.
Lugares del interés: Museo del arte de Kangra, St. Iglesia de Juan, McLeodganj
El mejor Tiempo a visitar: Mediados de mayo a los mediados de octubre.
Dharamsala - reina de las colinas
Fije contra el contexto de las montañas dramáticas de Dhauladhar, Dharamsala perched en las altas cuestas en los alcances superiores del valle de Kangra. La ciudad se divide en dos distintos y Dharamsala extensamente separado de las secciones, superior y más bajo, que casi diferencian mil metros en altura.
Hogar al líder tibetano Dalai Lama
Hoy, Dharamsala se ha convertido en el sinónimo al gobierno tibetano en exilio y al hogar del líder tibetano Dalai Lama. Aunque la comunidad tibetana domina la ciudad, alambique que ha conservado la forma de vida colonial y el fervour británico.
El excedente de Dharamsala mira los llanos y es rodeado por los árboles del pino y los bosques densos de Deodar. Un snowline próximo con las corrientes numerosas y la atmósfera sana fresca hace los alrededores muy atractivos.
Un viaje para busy la ciudad del bazar de Dharamsala vale el tomar. El mercado se ha establecido mientras que los viajeros basan el campo, que vienen explorar las montañas próximas. El bazar de Kotwali proporciona el color y la característica enteros de una ciudad pequeña, que se mezcla con el estilo de vida simple.
El templo y el Gompas coloridos, que reflejan la cultura de Tíbet, agrega la atracción para el visitante. El museo de Kangra da una descripción de los ricos más allá de la región y por otra parte hay los institutos que se han establecido para preservar el arte, las culturas y las tradiciones tibetanos.
Museo
Museo del arte de Kangr
Este trove del tesoro de los artes, de los artes, y de los ricos del valle de Kangra más allá de, exhibe los artefactos que datan del 5to siglo. El museo también incluye una galería de las pinturas miniatura famosas de Kangra y una colección representativa de esculturas, de cerámica, y de artículos antropológicos.
Monumento de la guerra
El sistema en medio de las arboledas del pino es un monumento de la guerra, construido en el punto de entrada del a Dharamsala para conmemorar a los héroes de la guerra de la independencia del poste de Himachal Pradesh. Una tela de trayectorias estrechas y los céspedes ajardinados conducen hacia este monumento.
Lagos
Lago Dal
Es rodeado por los árboles altos y verdes de Deodar el lago, que llena un tazón de fuente de la montaña. Situado 11 kms lejos de la ciudad, este lago es fácilmente accesible por el camino y hace un punto de la comida campestre el encantar y del serene.
Iglesias
St. Iglesia de Juan
Una de las memorias más conmovedoras del Raj británico es la iglesia del St. Juan, situado en el yermo. Esta iglesia de piedra charmingly vestida está situada apenas 8 kilómetros de Dharamsala en la manera a McLeod Ganj. Debajo de la cortina de los ramas de Doedar, un monumento se ha hecho sobre el cuerpo del Viceroy británico, señor Elgin que murió en Dharamsala en 1863.
Resortes calientes
Tatwani y Machhrial
Hay los resortes calientes situados en Tatwani, 25 kilómetros de Dharamsala pero en la manera, en Machhrial, es una cascada dos veces más grande que la que está cerca del templo de Bhagsunath.
Otras atracciones
La capilla de Bhagsunath
Apenas 11 kilómetros del centro de ciudad de Dharamsala son el templo antiguo de Bhagsunath. Hay muchos resortes del agua dulce cerca del templo, que son considerados sagrados por los Hindus.
Kunal Pathri
Éstos son los templos de la roca de los cuales el lugar deriva su nombre. El pathri de Kunal es una caminata plana de 3 kms del bazar de Kotwali.
Dharmkot
Apenas 11 kilómetros lejos de Dharamsala, situado en la cresta de una mentira de la colina este punto atractivo de la comida campestre, que presenta una vista panorámica del valle de Kangra y de las gamas de Dauladhar.
Instituto de Norbulinka
Apenas cuatro kms de Dharamsala, Norbulinka fueron establecidos para preservar y para enseñar los artes tibetanos antiguos. Las trayectorias sombrías, puentes de madera, las caídas minúsculas del agua de las corrientes pequeñas hacen que este lugar parece cielo. Aquí uno puede mirar las tallas de madera y las pinturas del tangka, el golsithing y el bordado siendo hecho. El convento de monjas cerca del instituto es un lugar en donde enseñan las mujeres los niveles avanzados de la filosofía budista.
Chinmaya Tapovan
Apenas 10 kilómetros de la ciudad son los complejos del ashram del tranquil instalados por el gran exponente del Gita--Swami Chinmayananda. Situado en los bancos de Bindu Saras, el ashram incluye los 9m una alta imagen de Hanuman, un templo del espolón, un pasillo de la meditación, una escuela y una salud y un centro de reconstrucción.
Andretta
Situado apenas 13 kms lejos de Palampur, mentiras este lugar de la vivienda del artista S.Sobha Singh. Contiene una galería de algo de sus trabajos importantes y de un centro de la cerámica.
Excursiones de Dharamsala
McLeodganj
Originalmente el hogar de la tribu semi-nómada de Gaddi, McLeodganj es hoy la residencia de su Holiness, el Dalai Lama. Este diecinueveavo lugar mediados de del siglo fue desarrollado como guarnición británica. El lugar fue desarrollado como punto administrativo importante para el valle entero de Kangra. El lugar se ha convertido hoy como jefaturas del gobierno tibetano exiliado. The impressive monastery has larger than life size images of Buddha, Padmasambhava and Avaloketeshwara.
Masrur
Fifteen richly carved monolithic rock temples sculpted in the splendid style of the Kailash temple at Ellora and dating back to the 8th century are to be found at Masrur, just 15 km south of Kangra. Images of Ram Sita and Lakhsman can be found in the sanctum of the main temple.
Kareri
Set amidst a sylvan surrounding is a rest house, located in the cool depths of the pine grove. Surrounded by green open meadows and forests of tall oak & pine at a height of 3250m is situated the picturesque Kareri Lake, which is just 13-km from the rest house and 22- kms from Dharamsala.
Triund
Triund is a popular picnic spot at an height of 2827 m. The area is on the foothills of Dhauladhar range and is 17-kms from Dharamsala. The snow line starts at Ilaqua, which is five kms from Triund. The breathtaking views of the mountains and the valleys makes Triund an ideal picnic spot and trekking spot.
Trilokpur
On the way from Pathankot, 41-km from Dharamsala are the unique cave temples with a stalactite and stalagmites dedicated to Lord Shiva.
Sujanpur Tira
his place is famous for the wall paintings and the temples. Sujanpur Tira also has fort, which is worth visiting. It is 8- km from Dharamsala and in particular the festival of Holi is a major event here and attracts many visitors to this area.
Temples
Jawalamukhi
Dedicated to the "Goddess of Light", the temple is one of the most popular Hindu temples in northern India. In this temple there is a copper pipe through which natural gas comes out, the priest of the temple lights this and the blue flame emanating is worshipped as the manifestation of Goddess. The temple is topped by a golden spire, a gift from the Emperor Akbar. The famous temple of Jwalamukhi is 30-km. from Kangra and 56-km from Dharamshala.
Chamunda Devi
Not so far from the town is the famous temple with the majestic Dhaulandhars as a backdrop. It is an enchanting spot with glorious views of the mountains, the Baner Khud, Pathiar and Lahala forests.
Nurpur
Named after Nurjehan the consort of the Mughal Emperor Jehangir, it has an ancient fort and an exquisitely carved Krishna temple. Nurpur is also famous for its fine Pashmina shawls and textiles.
Adventure Sports
Dharamsala is one of the most popular starting points for treks and rock climbing over the ridges of the Dhauladhar range. Take a travel trip to mountainous valley and indulge in diverse adventure sports. There are tailor-made treks in the Kangra valley around Dharamsala and adjoining places. The trekking season starts from May and goes on to October. The most frequented route from Dharamsala to the Chamba valley, over the Indradhar Pass (4350m), is arduous trek but the most novice trekkers can manage to complete it within five days.
Trekking
There are many easy walks of small treks around McLeodganj and Dharamsala such as Toral Pass (4575m) that start from Tang Narwana (1150m), which is 10-km from Dharamsala. A 2-km stroll takes one to Bhagsu, then a little further a 3-km walk will bring the trekkers to Dharamkot. If one wishes to go on a longer walk then he can walk 8-km to Triund. The snow line of Ilaqa Got is just a 5-km walk.
The most difficult route is towards the north, a five to six day trip across Bhimghasutri Pass (4580), covering near-vertical rocky ascents, sharp cliffs and dangerous gorges. An easier four or five day trek from Dharamsala crosses Bleni Pass (3710m) in the milder ranges of the northwest, weaving through the alpine pastures, woods and passing through few streams, before terminating at Dunali, on the Chamba road.
The area is rich in small rivers and streams, which give ample opportunity for angle fishing. The 20-km stretch of the river Beas between Nadaun and the Pong Dam offers ample of opportunities in angling for Mahaseer.
How To Get There
Air : Dharamsala can be approached by air from Delhi and the nearest Airport is at Gaggla, just 13-km away from the town.
Rail : Pathankot is 85-km and is the nearest railhead for Dharamsala. Trains from all over the country make a stop over at Pathankot and from here it is a three-hour journey to Dharamsala.
Road : From Manali too bus services are available to this place. One can drive from Delhi via Chandigarh , Kiratpur, Bilaspur and it's an 8-hours journey. From Delhi and Shimla , luxury buses ply to Dharamsala.
Places To Stay
Dharamsala's accommodation options include HPTDC's hotels, private hotels, guest houses, PWD and Forest rest houses, which are located in and around the place and are available at resonable prices.
Shopping
Dharamsala offers mainly the handicraft items, which are manufactured by the local artisans. The Kotwali Bazaar is one of the main shopping areas in the town. The main attraction of the town is Tibetan carpets. These carpets are delicately woven and are decorated with vivid colours.
The Motifs on these carpets are either inspired from nature or from the monuments or carry a description of some folk story of the Tibetan cultural heritage. Over all, these carpets carry a totally different style and attraction from their counterparts in Kashmir or the Persian carpets.
Further the local handicrafts are also available in the market. Tibetan Textile can be purchased from the office of Tibetan handicrafts. One can always bargain items like the traditional hat, the Chubas, the traditional wear for the Tibetan women, bags, trousers etc.
Climate
As Dharamsala is located in the Himalayas, the climate is very pleasant during the summers but in winters the cold is very bad. Temperature can drop below the freezing point during the winters and heavy woollen clothes are required.
During the summers the weather is mild and light woolens and cottons are recommended. The best time to visit the place is during the summers when the cold has shed its biting teeth and there is plenty of Sunshine. But avoid coming here during the monsoon months, as there is a danger of landslides.
Nearby Cities
Dalhousie: 92-km
Mandi: 115-km
Kullu : 183-km
Shimla : 185-km
Manali : 223-km
Chandigarh : 225-km