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General Information
Dalhousie, also popularly referred to as ‘A Governor General’s gift’, is situated at the foot of Dhaula Dhar. Dalhousie, gateway to Chamba and the land of milk and honey, has sparkling and numerous streams. Dalhousie is a quiet town, with a sense of enchantment. This hill station spreads over five low-level hills at the western edge of the Dhauladhar range, just east of the Ravi River. The picturesque town is interspersed with the colonial-era buildings, low roofed stalls and hotels. The pine-covered slopes around it are intersected with paths and treks, which are ideal for short undemanding walks.

Facts and Figure :

Area Altitude Temperature Language STD Code Best Time Of Visit

13 sq. km 2036 Mts. Summer :Max 25.50c - Min 15.50c Winter : Max 100c - Min 10c Hindi and Pahari. 01892 April -June & Sept -Oct

Dalhouse Sightseeing :
»Bara Pather
»Kalatope
»Khajjiar
»Jandhri Ghat
»Dhainkund
»Panjpulla
»Subhash Baoli
»Bakrota Hills
»Satdhara

How to Reach Dalhouse :
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; Chandigarh(239Km), Kulllu(214Km), Shimla(332Km), Chamba(192Km).