McLeod Ganj home to Dalai Lama, Tibetan monasteries, Bhagsu Falls, Triund trek, Tibetan cafes & markets. Spiritual Himalayan retreat!
Discover TibetKangra District Tibetan Capital McLeod Ganj
Dharamshala (1830m) divided Lower Dharamshala & Upper McLeod Ganj (Tibetan area). Dalai Lama residence since 1959 exile from Tibet. Tibetan govt-in-exile, monasteries, markets, momos cafes. Bhagsu Nag Waterfall (2km), Triund trek (9km), Dalai Lama Temple complex. Dhauladhar range backdrop.
Dalai Lama fled Tibet 1959, settled McLeod Ganj 1960. Central Tibetan Administration (govt-in-exile), Library of Tibetan Works. Tsuglagkhang Complex main temple. Tibetan New Year Losar (Feb-Mar), Dalai Lama teachings. Tibetan handicrafts, thankas, carpets. Thangka painting classes available.
Temples Trekking & Tibetan Markets
Spiritual
Dalai Lama residence & main monastery. Golden Sakyamuni statue, wall murals, museum. Public teachings calendar.
Nature
14m waterfall 2km trek, Bhagsunath Temple, cafes. Summer crowded, best post-monsoon. Entry ₹30.
Trek
9km one way (2875m), 4-5 hours. Dhauladhar views, campsites ₹500/night. Permit McLeod Ganj SDM.
Dharamshala Tibetan Himalayan Beauty
Mild climate spiritual seasons
Perfect weather
15-30°C
Trek season
Lush green
20-25°C
Landslide prone
Cold clear
5-20°C
Dalai teachings
Tibetan Culture & Triund Views
Himachal Pradesh - 17km from Kangra Airport