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Dalhousie Popular Himalayan Hill Station of Himachal Pradesh |
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Dalhousie is in the Chamba District of Himachal Pradesh. Dalhousie is a charming and picturesque hill station that covers an area of about 14 sq. km and is built on five hills - Kathlog, Potreyn, Tehra, Bakrota and Balun. Dalhousie was set up in 1854, as a retreat for the British soldiers and bureaucrats offers charming architecture and beautiful churches. Named after the British Viceroy Lord Dalhousie, this city is surrounded by snow-capped mountains, and situated on the western side of the mountainous ranges of Dhauladhar.
Located at an altitude of 6000-9000 feet above sea level, Dalhousie is famous for its enchanting Chamba Valley and natural scenic beauty. The serene and calm surrounding of Dalhousie refreshes the mind and body of the tourists. Dalhousie is also blessed with some popular tourist attractions which include
Churches: The churches of Dalhousie are beautiful. These are St. Andrew's Church and St. Patrick's Church at Balun, St. Francis' Church at Subash Chowk and St. John's Church at Gandhi Chowk.
Panjpulla: Located at a distance of 2 kilometers from Dalhousie, Panjpulla or a memorial with five bridges is a popular tourist attraction.
Bakrota Hills: The Bakrota Hills provides breathtaking views of snow-clad peaks and the walling circuit around the hill known as the 'Round' is a popular destination among locals.
Subhash Baoli: Named after Subhash Chandra Bose this place is situated at a height of 6,678 ft, which provides excellent views of snow-capped mountains.
Jhandri Ghat: Jhandri Ghat is located near Subhash Baoli. This scenic place is a perfect spot to enjoy a picnic or a day out.