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Dalhousie Travel Guide
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Getting Around Dalhousie
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By Taxi: Taxis in Dalhousie region are plentiful and you can hire them on per day basis. You can take taxis of all sorts to visit hot spots or other tourist places. With a taxi service, you get stress-free travel as you don't have to find a parking spot or fill up the fuel tank.
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Rent Bike: If you are traveling solo or with friends, you can rent bikes, and scooters to roam around Dalhousie. They will charge you on per day basis. If you are really interested to rent a bike, so do in advance as very few operate with limited inventory.
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Driving: Driving in and around Dalhousie is fun. But during rush hour it will be very difficult to find a parking spot. Illegal parking may invite challan from local traffic police. Consult with our concierge team before you start to roam around Dalhousie.
Places To Visit
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Dalhousie: Dalhousie is a popular Himachal Pradesh hill station with views of the snow-capped peaks of the Dhauladhar ranges. Dalhousie is well-known for its beautiful meadows, dense jungles, and waterfalls. It is particularly popular with honeymooners and families on vacation.
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Panjhphulla: Panchpula, located 3.5 kilometres from Gandhi Chowk in Dalhousie, is a popular picnic spot surrounded by green pine and deodar trees. It is best known for the Saptdhara Waterfall, which serves as the starting point for the Ganji Pahari trek, as well as activities such as ziplining and the Burma Bridge.
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Kalatop Forest Reserve: The name Kalatop means "black cap," referring to the dense, black forest cover on the sanctuary's highest hilltop. It is known to be rich in flora and fauna and is located a few kilometres from the Chamba dam and Chamera reservoir on the Ravi river. Hundreds of small freshwater streams drain into the Ravi River to the north of the sanctuary.
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Dainkhund: With an elevation of 2755 metres, the peak provides a bird's eye view of Dalhousie's breathtaking verdant valleys and mountains. Dainkund Peak is worth exploring for nature lovers looking for peace and quiet.
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Khajjiar: also known as the "mini-Switzerland of India," is a small town located close to Dalhousie (20 kilometres) and is ideal for a day or overnight trip. Khajjiar is famous for its picturesque grassy meadows. There is a small lake in the middle of the meadow where you can relax or participate in adventure sports such as paragliding, zorbing, and horseback riding.
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Jot: is one of the highest altitude tourist destinations in Chamba and is located on the Pathankot-Nurpur-Chowari-Chamba stretch. During the winter months, it remains covered in thick snow and is closed to vehicles. The route reopens in the summer, but because it is less commercialised, it is not overrun with tourists. It's a primaeval stretch, ideal for those who enjoy exploring the unknown.
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Rock View Garden: Dalhousie's Rock Garden is a lovely garden and a popular picnic spot. Aside from relaxing and revitalising in the park, you can also try one of the many adventure sports available in the area, such as zip lining.
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Chamera Lake: The Chamba Lake is a man-made reservoir for the Chamba Dam, located near Dalhousie in Himachal Pradesh's Chamba District. It is a popular picnic and boating spot. The lake can be explored by speed boat or rowboat, and activities such as kayaking and canoeing can be enjoyed.
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Sach Pass: The Sach Pass connects Dalhousie to the remote valleys of Chamba and Pangi. It is a mountain pass 150 kilometres from Dalhousie that runs over the Pir Panjal Mountain range and is one of the most difficult passes to cross in north India.
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Chamba: This mediaeval town, just a short distance from Dalhousie, is set against a stunning backdrop of stunning hills and a flowing pristine river, and it has an alluring charm relating to the mystical temples and local folklore.
Things To Do
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Paragliding: Taxis in Dalhousie region are plentiful and you can hire them on per day basis. You can take taxis of all sorts to visit hot spots or other tourist places. With a taxi service, you get stress-free travel as you don't have to find a parking spot or fill up the fuel tank.
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Speed Boating: If you are traveling solo or with friends, you can rent bikes, and scooters to roam around Dalhousie. They will charge you on per day basis. If you are really interested to rent a bike, so do in advance as very few operate with limited inventory.
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Snow Wall: If you are traveling solo or with friends, you can rent bikes, and scooters to roam around Dalhousie. They will charge you on per day basis. If you are really interested to rent a bike, so do in advance as very few operate with limited inventory.
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Hiking: If you are traveling solo or with friends, you can rent bikes, and scooters to roam around Dalhousie. They will charge you on per day basis. If you are really interested to rent a bike, so do in advance as very few operate with limited inventory.
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Forest Walk: Driving in and around Dalhousie is fun. But during rush hour it will be very difficult to find a parking spot. Illegal parking may invite challan from local traffic police. Consult with our concierge team before you start to roam around Dalhousie.
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Fun Activities: Taxis in Dalhousie region are plentiful and you can hire them on per day basis. You can take taxis of all sorts to visit hot spots or other tourist places. With a taxi service, you get stress-free travel as you don't have to find a parking spot or fill up the fuel tank.
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Sunset: Driving in and around Dalhousie is fun. But during rush hour it will be very difficult to find a parking spot. Illegal parking may invite challan from local traffic police. Consult with our concierge team before you start to roam around Dalhousie.
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Religious Places: Driving in and around Dalhousie is fun. But during rush hour it will be very difficult to find a parking spot. Illegal parking may invite challan from local traffic police. Consult with our concierge team before you start to roam around Dalhousie.
Food of Dalhousie
Dalhousie provides food options that vary in style, elements, and genre. A variety of restaurants and eateries attached to hotels and resorts serve global cuisines.
Italian, Tibetan, Mughlai, and South Indian platters, as well as a few examples of local Himachali cuisine, are available here. While you can enjoy traditional North Indian cuisine as well as some Continental and Chinese snacks at their freshest, the most mouth-watering dishes are available at bargain prices in the local Dhabas. Himachali cuisine is very simple, centered on Chapati, dals, vegetable gravy, and curd in various forms. Pickles are typically served with meals in the majority of the restaurants here.
Our Recommendation
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Moon Flakes Restaurant: Get the best food in the comfort of your room. Enjoy scenic views along with freshly cooked food delivered to your room.
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Cuisines: North Indian, Chinese, Italian, & South Indian
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Timings: Breakfast 08:00 AM - 10:30 AM || All Day Menu 11:30 AM - 10:30 PM
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