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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
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Chamunda Temple
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It is
15 km. from Kangra town. Situated on the right
bank of the 'Baner' stream with the Dhauladhar as
a backdrop, this has an idol of goddess Chamunda,
who, it is said to have powerful energy to fulfill
wishes of people who practice rituals and worship
as offerings to goddess. On the back of the temple
is a cave niche where a stone 'Lingam' under a
boulder represents Nandi Keshwar ( Shiva ). |
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Dal lake :
This lake in Dhauladhar region has greenery of
surrounding deodar /pine trees & its beauty make
this place a favoured picnic spot. Apart from the
scenic views. A local fair is celebrated here
every August-September, this fair is especially
celebrated by local hill tribes commonly known as
"Gaddis" who are regions best trekking
guides in these mountain ranges. |
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Dharamkot :
This village, twenty minutes' walk further up the
hill from Mcleodganj, is a favorite picnic spot
with a panoramic view of the Kangra Valley. It is
possible to rent houses from local Indians if you
are planning a longish stay. |
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Masrur:
(800mt)-Masrur is 36 km from Dharamshala on
Nagrota Surian link road and is famous
for remarkable group of rock cut temples.
They form a group of 15 monolithic rock cut
temples in the Indo Aryan style and are
richly carved. The main shrine contains
three stone images of Ram laxman and Sita
but the presence of the figure of Shiva in
the centre of the lintel affords a strong
presumption that the temple was originally
dedicated to Mahadev. |
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