Little Lhasa under the Dhauladhars

Dharamshala / McLeod Ganj

About Dharamshala / McLeod Ganj

Two towns layered on a single Dhauladhar ridgeline — Lower Dharamshala (the administrative town) and Upper Dharamshala / McLeod Ganj (the Tibetan government-in-exile, home of the Dalai Lama since 1959). Tibetan momos, prayer-flag-strung trails, Bhagsu waterfall, and Triund — the meadow above where 9 km of switchbacks deliver a sunrise over the entire Dhauladhar range.

Key Highlights

Triund Trek — 9 km to a 9,500 ft meadow camp
Tsuglagkhang Complex (Dalai Lama's temple)
Bhagsunag waterfall & temple
Norbulingka Institute — Tibetan arts & crafts
St John in the Wilderness church
Dharamshala Cricket Stadium (highest international ground in the world)

Best Time to Visit

February to June, September to November

Average Altitude

4,780 ft (1,457 m) — McLeod Ganj

Popular Vibe

Spiritual, Nature, Culture

Traveler Tips

"Always carry extra layers of clothing, even in summer. The mountain weather can change in minutes."

"Respect local customs and monasteries. Always walk clockwise around shrines."

"Carry enough cash as ATMs can be unreliable in high-altitude regions."

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SUV transfers2 nights stay (boutique)Daily breakfast

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