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Kangra / Bhagsunath

Bhagsunath Temple, an ancient temple 3 km east of Mcleodganj and 11 km from Dharamsala , Himachal Pradesh. This is a quiet temple and the numerous pools in the vicinity are considered sacred by devout Hindus. The annual fair in September is famous. Bhagsunath, an attractive tourist spot, is located at the outskirts of Mcleodganj

Other major attractions here are a serene spring and a small but majestic waterfall. Many slate quarries are located in and around Bhagsunath. The region offers breathtaking views of surrounding hilly ranges and woody forests. The ambiance of the place is dynamic and the atmosphere is cool and pleasant. Cool breeze from the Himalayan ranges soothe the body and mind.

Around Bhagsunath

Kangra Art Museum : It is at Kotwali Bazar and among its display is an old original throne of Raja Sansar Chand.

McLeodganj : It is called ‘Little Lhasa’ and since 1960 is the headquarters of His Holiness the Dalai Lama, the Buddhist spiritual leader and Nobel Laureate. Traditional Tibetan medicine is great attraction here.

Namgyal Monastery : It is at Mcleodganj. This has larger than life images of Buddha, Avloketshwara and Padmasambhav besides several Thangka paintings.

Dal Lake : It is small lake surrounded by Devdar trees, 11 km from Dharamshala. Naddi and Talnu are beauty spots of the area not far from the lake. There is a temple of Durgeshwara Mahadev by the side of Lake .

Quick Facts

State: Himachal Pradesh
Distt: Kangra
Destination: Bhagsunath
Climate: In winter, the temperature can drop to freezing point when heavy woollens are required. During summer, the climate is mild and light woollens/cottons are recommended.
Altitude: Bhagsunath is situated at an altitude of 1770 metres.
Best time to visit: All the year round.

How to get there

By Train: Nearest broad gauge railhead is at Pathankot; booking office is at the bus stand . Nearest narrow gauge is mountain trains at Kangra.

By Air: Nearest airport is at Gaggal, 13km (closed at present) from the town. Indian Airlines flies to Dharamsala thrice a week from Delhi.

By Road: State Highways link Dharamsala to Pathankot and Jalandhar on National Highway 1 and National Highway 1A.

Whom to Contact

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Kangra Attractions


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	Pong : Built across river Beas in Kangra District, Pong Dam holds the distinction of being the
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