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Mcleodganj
McLeodganj is located close to the
famous Dharmshala in Himachal Pradesh. McLeodganj is the
headquarters of the Tibetan government in exile, and home
of the 14th Dalai Lama, Tenzin Gyatso.A large Tibetan
community and the presence of traditional architectural
designs drawn from Tibet have enhanced the charm of the
area. A host of Tibetan handicrafts and garments are available.
Triund
Triund is on the foothills of Dhauladhar range and is 17
km from Dharamshala and a 9 km trek from McLeodganj passing
through Dharamkot and Rakkar at a height of 2,827 mtrs.
The breathtaking views of the mountains and the valleys
make Triund an ideal spot. A ropeway is available from Dharamshala
to Triund and accommodation is available at the forest rest
house at Triund.
Tsuglagkhang
(Dalai Lama's Temple)
Tsuglagkhang is the most important Buddhist monument in
McLeodganj. It enshrines three magnificient images, including
an enormous gilt statue of Shakyamuni, statues of Valokitesvara
and Padamasambhava, or Guru Rinpoche, the Indian scholar
who introduced Buddhism and Tantric teachings to Tibet in
the 8th century.
Church
Of St. John: In The Wilderness
Fifteen minutes' walk from McLeod Gunj, the Anglican church
lies in the forest near Forsyth Gunj. This neo-Gothic stone
church was built in 1852 and has some fine Belgian stained-glass
windows.
Dal
Lake
About three kilometers from McLeod Gunj and next to the
Tibetan Children's Village, this small lake is brownish
in colour and not nearly as impressive as the name and reputation
suggest.
Dharamkot
This village, twenty minute's walk further up the hill from
McLeod Gunj, is a favourite picnic spot with a panoramic
view of the Kangra Valley.
Bhagsunag
This ancient temple is 2 kms from Mcleodganj. Close to this
temple is a beautiful waterfall. Near the Dal Lake is the
shrine of Bhagsunath an easy walk from the Mecleod ganj.
Famous for its ancient temple and a pretty waterfall not
far away
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