Seven spots we point every guest toward — from Khajjiar Lake and Panchpula to a walk through Kalatop sanctuary.
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In the shadow of the snow-covered Himalayas, Khajjiar Lake is one of the most spectacular lakes in the region. Ringed by cedar forest at 1,920 m, it is fed by small streams from the Himalayas. Stop by the Khajinag temple nearby for its fine wood carvings and gold dome.
Shrouded by pine and deodar and enfolding refreshing water streams, Panchpula is a favorite picnic spot for visitors to Dalhousie. Just three kilometres from the main city, it is a lovely place to spend a slow afternoon with the sound of falling water for company.
On the route to Chamba, about 36 km from the centre of Dalhousie, the Chamera Dam is built over the River Ravi and supports the region's hydro-electric project. Its reservoir — Chamera Lake — is the hub for various water sports near the city.
Draped by the branches of deodar trees, St. Francis Church shows some of the finest glass and stonework in the region. Over a hundred years old, its typical British architecture bears a quiet resemblance to many famous churches of England.
North India's first cable-stayed bridge, in the Basohli tehsil of Kathua district. It provides close connectivity between Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh and Punjab — and made the lives of villagers along the Ravi much easier.
Dainkund Peak is the highest point in the Dalhousie region and a favorite for the 360-degree views into the surrounding valleys. On a clear day the breeze moves through the trees like a soft chorus — one of those places that stays with you.
Kalatop-Khajjiar Sanctuary is a 30.69 km² protected area with laid-out trekking trails through dense deodar and fir. About 6 km from Dalhousie, it is home to pheasants, serow and the occasional black bear, hemmed by the Ravi and coniferous oak forest.