A suburb of Dharamshala and aslo referred as the Upper Dharmashala, the small hill-station of McleodGanj has its fame worldwide for catering the residential needs of his Holiness The Dalai Lama. A hub for the Tibetan ethnicity, traditions and Buddhism; Mcleodganj has an exquisite ambiance that makes your trip to this place etched in your mind forever. Having natures never splendor, Mcleodganj is a perfect dwelling for countryside enthusiasts.
If you are seriously in need of some escape time from your busy boring life then come here to breathe in the fresh air of Mcleodganj and experience the vibe of romance and adventure knotted together. So beautiful that the biting winter will stick to you at night, clouds like the flower petals and the Sun sparkling like strands of gold will make you fall in love with this heavenly land. Besides these natural incredulities the tempting smells of the freshly baked Tibetan food and the walk through the busy markets will teleport you to some other dimensions.
A trendy destination for trek and hikes, Mcleodganj is always open for the wayfarers. Letting you explore some pretty places of natural bounty, Mcleodganj will let you have some arduous trails while you set your expedition to the treks of Dharamkot, Bharmour, Bhagsu and Triund.
If you have serious spiritual motives during your trip to Mcleodganj and dying to meet his holiness the Dalai Lama, then you can plan your trip according to his availability in the town. Check out for his presence and annual schedules in Mcleodganj at www.dalailama.com and accordingly you can register yourself for the appointment. To be a part of this serene exchange of thoughts you require to register yourself in the Branch Security Office of the Dalai Lama’s residence. And if you’re blessed enough you shall get an opportunity of lifetime to meet this great holy spirit.
Mcleodganj is comfortably within reach from Dharamshala and is very much well connected with New Delhi (510 Kms), Chandigarh (245 Kms) and Dehradun (279 Kms) .
Having some appealing features nearby Mcleodganj has a lot to show you apart from the natural surroundings. Look out for the Tibetan Institute of Performing Arts, Dal Lake, Bhagsu waterfall, Bhagsunath Temple and the Tibetan handicraft markets.
If you are arranging a travel plan for Mcleodganj, devise it wisely. Though the best time to come here is throughout the year depending upon your taste of weather. From March to June the climate is well suited for all. With rainfall and pleasant climate during this period tourists pour in here in large numbers. While from October to February the temperature is nippy with snowfalls.
Proffering you with some appetizing cuisines, Mcleodganj is a paradise for the foodies. Having dishes both Indian and International, the food Cafes here lets you test your taste buds with foodstuffs ranging from the authentic Tibetan food to Italian.
Look out for :-
- Black Tent Café
- Peace Café
- Coffee Meal
- Lhamo’s Crossiant
- Tibetan Yak Restaurant, and
- Jimmy’s Italian.
