BHAGSU NAG TEMPLE
Located one km from McLeod Ganj is an ancient Hindu temple dedicated to Bhagsu Nag, the snake god, and to Lord Shiva. A freshwater spring, in which pilgrims to take a holy dip flows through the temple.
SACRED DAL LAKE
Lies amidst hills and deodar tress and is 11 km. from Lower Dhramshala. It is a starting point for excursion and trekking and is located next to Tibetan children's village, there is a small Shiva temple on its banks.
TRIUND "Trekker's Paradise"
17 km. from Dharamshala, at an altitude of 2,827 metres. The snowline starts just 5 km. from Triund and affords a breathtaking view of the snows above and the valley below. It’s the ideal place for camping.
JAWALAMUKHI TEMPLE
The picturesque temple, built against a wooded spur, an eternally burning flame that issues from a hollow rock in the sanctum is considered the manifestation of the goddess Devi.
BAIJNATH SHIV TEMPLE
The Shiva temple at Baijnath is one of the most remarkable monuments of the Kangra valley. There is fine sculpture work to be associated with Ravana, who worshipped Shiva at this spot and gained immortality.
DHARAMKOT
Twenty minutes walk further up the hill from McLeod Gunj, is a favourite picnic spot with a panoramic view of the Kangra Valley. It is possible to rent houses from local Indians if you are planning a longish stay.
DHARAMSHALA CRICKET STADIUM
Dharamshala International Cricket Stadium has been rated as one of the most beautiful cricket stadiums in the world. In the heart of city is the beautiful playground, surrounded by snow-capped Dhauladhar ranges.
ST. JOHN'S CHURCH:
One of the most poignant memories of the British Raj is the church of St. John, situated in the wilderness. This charmingly dressed stone church is located just 8-kms from Dharamshala on the way to McLeod Ganj.
Under the shade of Doedar branches, a memorial has been made over the body of the British Viceroy, Lord Elgin who died at Dharamshala in 1863.
MCLEODGANJ : The arrival of the Tibetan spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama, along with thousands of refugees to Dharamsala in 1959 made the life here more active. A number of tibetan settlements with religious education and other rehabilitation centres mushroomed all over the Mcleadganj. As Dharamsala became the headquarter of the Tibetan Government in exile, headed by Dalai Lama, it gained prominence all over the world and prominent personalities started arriving here.