Introduction:
Dharamsala is the main hill station in the Kangra Valley - fe rtile, undulating valley, lying
between the gentle Shivalik Hills and the foothills of the mighty Dhauladhars - a valley,
noted for the beauty of its scenery - lush terraces, wooded hills, manicured tea gardens
and sparkling streams. The Dhauladhars, "the white mountains" that rise 4,000 m
above the valley floor, provide a dramatic backdrop. Picturesque Dharamsala, built on a
spur of the Dhauladhar range, commands a splendid view of the surrounding country. 
Originally a little hill resort built
by the British, Dharamasala rambles up in levels to very near the snow line. While lower
Dharamsala (1,250m) is the busy commercial area with government buildings, the bazaar and
the bus stand, Upper Dharamsala (1,982m) has suburbs with evocative names like Forsythganj
and Macleodganj that are quite fascinating. |
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