Dalhousie, a quaint hill station in north India showcases the great cultural heritage and hospitality at its elegant best besides offering a respite from the summers.
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TutorialsDalhousie Hill Station in India
Dalhousie is a Hill station and admired summer destinations in the Indian state
of Himachal Pradesh. Situated in the Chamba district of the states the hill
station is set on the cluster of five hills that include Tehra, Kathlog, Bakrota
Balun and Potreyn. Known fort its pleasant ambiance and picturesque beauty this
wonderful destination derives its name from British Governor General Lord
Dalhousie. The town still displays its colonial character, as there are numerous
buildings and mansions reminding off its colonial past. Tourists, adventurers
and nature lovers make a beeline to explore its various eye-catching sights
offered by Dalhousie tourism.
The City of Dalhousie has various selling points; first of all it has a very
good climate, which remains cool and calm round the year. The hill station of
Dalhousie also receives snowfall during the winters making it all the more
beautiful in appearance.
Like many other hill stations, Dalhousie was set up by the British in 1854 for
the forces and officers of British raj, since then, its popularity is on
constant rise. Set amidst the picturesque Dhauladhar range of the Himalayas, the
place is serenaded by incredibly beautiful snow-crowned peaks. Owing to these
reasons, the place remains abuzz with tourist footfalls from May to September.
While on the tours to Dalhousie, the tourists can explore the tourist
attractions like churches of St John's at Gandhi Chowk, St.Francis at Subhash
Chowk, St Andrews and St Patricks at Balun. In addition, there are various
tourist attractions in Dalhousie that include Dainkund Peak, Khajjiar, Bakrota
Hills and Village Lohali.
Finding an accommodation is not difficult as the town has a number of hotels and
homestays to cater to the guests.
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