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Dalhousie Himachal Pradesh India: Located in the outer slopes of hill Dhauladhar range is another important hill resort in the district Chamba . A number of picturesque walks run through the oak, pine and deodar forests around the town and offer excellent views of the Chenab, the Ravi and the Beas valleys. It is thickly wooded with stately pines and oaks and has lovely picnic spot all around. Dalhousie is the gateway to Chamba. Originally conceived as a sanitarium by its founder Lord Dalhousie, it is today one of the most quiet hill stations. Extending over an area of 13 sq. km., Dalhousie comprises five distinct hills, Balun, Kathlog, Petreyn, Tehra and Bakrota with heights ranging between 1,525 and 2,378 metres. It is known for its Church buildings and other landmarks erected by the British. The town has old Churches like St. John's Church ( made in 1903 A.D. ), and St. Patrick's Church ( 1909 A.D. )

Jandri Ghat Dalhousie:- ( 2 km. ) place of the rulers of erstwhile Chamba State, is located and surrounded by tall pine trees, is a place worth visiting.

Kalatop-Khajjiar Sanctuary lies between Dalhousie and Chamba townships at the north-western extremity of Dhauladhar in Chamba District. The Dalhousie-Chamba road runs through the sanctuary. The area under this Sanctuary is 3,069ha using digitized maps with an altitude ranges from 1,185m to 2,768m. The terrain is steep and typical of the Outer Himalaya. The sanctuary is drained by several tributaries of the Ravi River, which lies just to the north. There is a lake at Khajjiar. Conditions are monsoonal. Mean annual precipitation is 2648mm, of which about 40% falls during the main monsoon period of July-August and 25% falls as snow. Temperatures range from 10 C to 35 C. There is a 'golden' domed temple of Naga Raja on the Khajjiar meadow, where an annual fair is attended by several hundred people. There are 15 villages inside the sanctuary, having a total population of 1,766 people. The adjacent area has 35 villages with a population of 5,760. There is a tourist bungalow and rest house at Khajjiar and three other rest houses inside the sanctuary. There is a visitor centre outside the sanctuary at Banikhet. One watchtower exists for wildlife viewing and more are under construction.

Dain or Dayan Kund Dalhousie:- ( 2,745 metres ) 10 km. ) This is a towering and beautiful peak which offers panoramic views and gives you the feeling of being at the top of the world. The view from top is breathtaking. On a clear day, you can have the bird's eye view of the three main rivers - Beas, Ravi and Chenab from here. It is rare and you should bring a binocular with you to truly enjoy the panoramic views. You can also trek down through some outskirts ( called Pagdandi ) to enjoy the wilderness. You can clearly notice a deep quietness in the environment all around you. It is right that Dalhousie is the quiet most tourist place in India yet so full of life.

 

St. Andrew Church Dalhousie:- St. Andrew's Church commonly known as the Church of Scotland was built in the year 1903 at Balloon by Protestant Christians. The Church is approximately one and half kms. from Dalhousie's bus stand. The Church building is in good condition but needs more than what is currently being offered. A brick boundary wall has been erected around it to save the building from mischief mongers. The entrance gate is always closed but you can go inside from the right corner of the main boundary wall. No matter if it remains closed now, it will always remind everyone of the great British ruling time. 

 

St. Francis' Church Dalhousie :- This Catholic Church is a very prominent monument on the Subhash Chownk. This Church was built in the year 1894 from the contributions made by Army and Civil Officers and Civilians. This Church is managed and maintained by the Catholic Diocese of Jalandhar. St. Francis' Church on Portrain hill is believed to have been built on the lines of a certain church in England. Beautiful glass work and intricate stone work can be seen in the Church. Service is conducted every Sunday. 

St. John's Church Dalhousie:- This Church stands on the Gandhi Chownk approximately 2 kms. from the main bus stand of Dalhousie. This Church was the first to be built after the town of Dalhousie was founded. The church building stands in a good condition but its surroundings demand much better care. Service is conducted on every Sunday. There is a library situated just at the left side of the entrance gate. You can relax and find some really useful material regarding Dalhousie here. You can see many old and rare photographs of the British time. This library is worth visiting for those who seek a good knowledge about Dalhousie

Bakrota Hills Dalhousie:- ( 2,085 metres ) 4.8 km ) The fascinating and bewitching Bakrota Hills offer to the tourists the brisk walk round the hills besides a grand view of snow-clad peaks. It is one of the finest and soul refreshing places in Dalhousie. The matchless beauty of Bakrota Hills haunts you in a different way and leaves you speechless. Thick 'Deodar' forests seem like a beautiful green carpet covering the surrounding hills. Soul refreshing pure mountain air refreshes you at every turn and you just begin to mix your inner heart with the beauty of nature. Dalhousie experiences heavy snowfall during winter and then majestic Bakrota Hills start the white magic of snow and enjoy.

Ajit Singh Memorial Dalhousie:- Sardar Ajit Singh, a great freedom fighter, breathed his last on the day India gained independence, 15th August, 1947. His 'Samadhi' is located at Dalhousie's Panjpulla, a picturesque spot with a natural tank and water flowing under small bridges from which the place takes its name. Sardar Ajit Singh was the uncle of martyr Bhagat Singh. At Panjpulla, there is a 'Samarak' in the memory of Sardar Ajit Singh. On the way to Panchpula is Satdhara springs gurgling with refreshing water, believed to contain some medicinal properties. Panchpula stream is the main source of water supply to Dalhousie and Balloon. The stream springs from the north side of Dayan Kund and runs down a picturesque ravine to the waterworks of Panchpula.

Subhash Baoli Dalhousie ( 1.6 km. ) A lovely spot for picnic, commanding a good view of snow covered hills. This has been named after the indomitable man of Indian politics, before the independence days, Shri Subhash Chandra Bose. It is said that he used to drink water from this place during his stay in Dalhousie. On the right side is the photograph of Subhash Chandra Boss during his visit in Dalhousie.

The Malls Dalhousie: There are three beautiful malls in Dalhousie located at three famous hills, upper Bakrota, Moti Tibba and Potreyn. These malls are circular roads well connected with bus stand. The malls around the Moti Tibba and Potreyn hills makes the figure of 8 and the level walk around this 8 figure is very popular among tourists as most of the hotels are located around these malls. Gandhi Chownk, Subhash Chownk, St. Francis Church, bazaars, St. John's Church and the Sacred Heart School are located on these two malls. The mall on the north side of Moti Tibba is known as Thandi Sadak and mall on the south side is known as Garam Sadak. The third mall road runs around the upper Bakrota above the Gandhi Chownk. It is the most beautiful of three malls and also the longest having a length of 4.6 km. The splendid panoramic views of Himalaya from this mall are the best in all three malls.

Climate of Dalhousie: Summer is fairly pleasant, with temperature ranging from 12° C to 25° C. Winters are cold and sometimes extremely cold. In winter, temperature remains between as low as 2° C to 10° C.

 
               

 

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