Himachal Pradesh · Hill station

Dharamshala

A Kangra Valley town beneath the Dhauladhar range, home to a famous cricket stadium.

Altitude (approx.)1,457 m
From Delhi (approx.)475 km
Best timeMar–Jun, Sep–Dec
Ideal stay2 days
Our trips here153+ trips

About Dharamshala

Dharamshala stretches up the slopes of the Dhauladhar range, with McLeod Ganj above it. The HPCA cricket stadium, the War Memorial and the Kangra Art Museum are in the lower town.

Nearby Norbulingka Institute showcases Tibetan art and Kangra Fort is a short drive away.

Places to see

  • HPCA cricket stadium
  • War Memorial
  • Kangra Art Museum
  • Norbulingka Institute
  • Kangra Fort

Weather and best time to visit

Best time: March to June and September to December

Summer (Mar–Jun)

20–32°C

Monsoon (Jul–Sep)

18–26°C, one of India's rainiest towns

Winter (Nov–Feb)

2–15°C

Temperatures are approximate and vary with altitude and year. Mountain roads can close after heavy rain or snow – we check conditions before every trip.

How we take you there

Pickup from Delhi NCR or any city you choose, with an experienced hill driver. Approx. 475 km from Delhi.

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