Dalhousie Tourism

"Little Switzerland of India" Dalhousie Tourism The tiny tinsel town Dalhousie tucked away in the lap of Himachal Pradesh is a piece of paradise for all the travellers. It boasts of old world charm, mesmerising natural landscape, pine-clad valleys, flower bedecked meadows, fast flowing rivers, magnificent misty mountains and some of the most spectacular views in the world. The air smells of the Scottish and Victorian architecture and the ambience reminds you of the pristine British flavours. Dalhousie, one of the favourite among most tourists travelling to Himanchal Pradesh is famously known for its mesmerizing natural beauty and its old world charm. This hill station was one of the most favourite summer destinations of the ruling Britishers and this is truly reflected in the majestic Victorian style mansions in this region. Situated far from the buzzing cities in the country, this quaint town transports you to a pollution-free environment in the lap of nature. Dalhousie is known for its scenic beauty has a number mountains and river streams that tourists must visit. Among them the most famous arePanch Pulla,Satdhara Fallsand theDaikund peak. Download Dalhousie PDF Guide > What's Great? Dalhousie isn't commercialised yet, it is tranquil and perfect for a holiday away from the bustling city life. The weather is very pleasant all around the year. What's not so Great? Suitable only for sightseeing as there aren't many recreational activities to do. Good restaurants and public toilets are difficult to find in Dalhousie. For Whom Dalhousie is aptly meant for the honeymooners and nature lovers.

The picturesque hamlet of Himachal Dalhousie is famous for its picturesque landscapes which seem to have jumped out right from a fairytale. The bright green pastures of land, the evergreen beauty of mountains draped in snow and the tranquillity in the environment, sums up to give you a perfect getaway in the lap of the Himalayas. The winters in Dalhousie are even more enchanting when the whole of Dalhousie is covered in the white blanket of snow. Each flake of snow shines to its brightest when the rays of sun hit the earth. The mini-Switzerland of India- Khajjiar When you are planning a trip to Dalhousie, you cannot keep Khajjiar off the itinerary. Known as the mini Switzerland of India, Khajjiar lies just 21 km from Dalhousie. The little hill town is famous for its spellbinding vistas of mountains loaded in the white sheet of snow and the lush green pastures of land. Kalatop Wildlife sanctuary in Khajjiar is not only famous for the exquisite variety of endangered species but also for its breath-taking views of the mountains in the backdrop. You can also visit the Khajjiar Lake and the ancient Khajji Nag temple. History of Dalhousie Founded in 1854 by the namesake viceroy- Lord Dalhousie, the city was considered as a retreat to escape the Indian summer. It was a holiday destination for the British because of the peaceful climate and pleasant. To convert the area as the hill-station, the five neighbouring hills- Bhangora, Bakrota, Terah, Potreyn and Kathalagarh was acquired by the Chamba rulers and soon after Dalhousie became the much awaited popular hill destination. Dalhousie became a part of the Gurdaspur district in the year 1861. It became a part of Himachal Pradesh only much later in 1966 and has been since then, serving as the popular tourist destination of the world.

Itinerary Day 1:Arrive at Pathankot railway station or Gaggal airport, transfer to Dalhousie. Check-in at the hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.Day 2:Visit Panchpula, which offers a short trek to a beautiful waterfall. At the end of the trek, you can find food-shacks offering coffee and snacks. Later, visit the Satdhara falls, which falls on the way to Panchpula. Satdhara falls is a beautiful water cascade famous for its seven streams flowing at the same spot.Day 3:Leave for Khajjiar after breakfast. Visit the Khajjiar ground and lake. You can visit Kalatop Wildlife sanctuary and the ancient Khajji Nag temple during your visit. Back to Dalhousie.

Throughout the yearis the best time to visit Dalhousie Best time to visit Dalhousie is from the month of March-June. The snow begins to melt in the months of March and April and its brilliance can be seen when the rays of sun hit the snow-capped mountains and pastures. The weather remains very pleasant during this period, you can experience the chills in March and April and the temperature begins to rise in the month of June. Weather in Dalhousie Loading... Dalhousie in Summer (April-June) The temperature in summers always remains below 30 degrees celsius. The temperature in the beginning of summer is cold, for the rest of the summers, the weather in Dalhousie remains extremely pleasant. Dalhousie in Monsoon (July-September) Dalhousie does not receive a high amount of rain in the monsoon. The average amount of rainfall received is 180 mm and the temperature varies between 20 and 30 degrees Celsius. The weather in Monsoons does not rise above 25 degrees Celsius. Dalhousie in Winter (October-February) The winters in Dalhousie begins with the month of October, although, it begins to snow only in the month of December. The temperature in winters ranges from 1 to 10 degrees Celsius. If you wish you to see the snow fall and Dalhousie covered in the white sheet of snow, you must visit Dalhousie in the month of January and February. Monthly Weather in Dalhousie Month Avg. Minimum (°C) Avg. Maximum (°C) January 6 17 February 9 23 March 11 27 April 17 35 May 21 38 June 22 38 July 25 34 August 24 33 September 22 34 October 16 32 November 10 26 December 7 22

Events in Dalhousie Snowfall Season December - February If you happen to visit Dalhousie during winters, beautiful snow clad peaks will greet you. Though the winters can be a difficult time to handle the surreal beauty around you and the fun of being in the snow,make it worth it.