Dalhousie

About Dalhousie

Dalhousie is a popular hill station in Himachal Pradesh, boasting views of the snow-capped Dhauladhar ranges. Established in 1854 and named after Lord Dalhousie, it was a favourite summer destination of the British during the colonial era. Dalhousie offers an old-world charm with mesmerizing natural landscapes, pine-clad valleys, and magnificent misty mountains. The Scottish and Victorian-era architecture of churches reminds of its colonial heritage. Dalhousie is famous for its dense jungles, meadows, waterfalls, and also for woollen Himachali shawls, Tibetan handicrafts, and Chamba handkerchiefs — all available at The Mall Road, the town's main market. If planning a trip, you must include KhajjiarKhajjiar in your itinerary — known as the mini Switzerland of India, just 21 km away, with spellbinding vistas of snowy mountains and lush green pastures. Kalatop Wildlife SanctuaryKalatop Wildlife Sanctuary in KhajjiarKhajjiar is famous for endangered species and breathtaking mountain backdrops. Chamba (50 km away) is also worth visiting for its ancient temples and handicraft traditions.