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Isolated
by high mountain ranges, the valley of Chamba is noted
for the magnificence of its scenery. The British
Governor General, Lord Dalhousie, visiting this area
around the middle of the 19th century for a quiet
retreat, came upon a charming spot on a ridge
overlooking the plains. This was to become the
attractive little hill town that was named after him.
Set amidst thickly wooded hills, clothed in deodar and
pine, Dalhousie has marvellous forest trails and
picnic spots with splendid vistas over the Chamba
Valley. A touch of the "Raj" still lingers
in the little unspoilt town. |
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Subhash
Baoli (2,085 m)
Not far from the G.P.O. Square is the spring at
Subhash Baoli with panoramic views of the snow-capped
mountains. (1.6 km)
Satdhara (2,036 m)
Sparkling springs close to town, rich in mica and
other minerals, are noted for their medicinal
properties.
Panjpulla
Beyond Sathara is another pretty spot where the water
from a natural tank flows under five little bridges.
(2 km)
Bakrota Hills (2,085 m)
The Bakrota Mall, a popular walking circuit around
these hills has a spectacular view of the mountains.
Kalatope (2,440 m)
An ideal weekend retreat with forest rest houses and
beautiful spots for picnics, in a little wildlife
sanctuary. (8.5 km)
Bara Pather
Enroute to Kalatope is the temple of Bhulwani Matha,
in the village of Ahla. (4 km)
Dhainkund (2,745 m)
The high peak of Dhainkund offers a bird's-eye view of
the verdant valleys of the Beas, Chenab and Ravi
rivers. (10 km)
Khajjiar (1,851 m)
While it is possible to go by road, Khajjiar is just a
pleasant one day walk from Dalhousie. An emerald,
saucer shaped meadow at Khajjiar, surrounded by dense
deodar forests, has a lake at its centre with a
floating island, a forest rest house, a little temple
with a golden spire and a golf course. (22 km) |
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Air
The nearest airport is Kangra ( Gaggal , 12 Km)
Rail
The nearest narrow gauge railhead is Kangra (18 Km).
The nearest broad gauge station Pathankot, (90 Km), is
linked to major towns.
Road
Well connected by road. Some distances are as follows:
Delhi 514 Km, Chandigarh 239 Km, Kulllu 214 Km, Shimla
332 Km, Chamba 192 Km. |
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