Dharamshala came into being in the year 1849 as a site to accommodate a native regiment. Today, Dharamshala is one of the ace tourist spots in India. It’s a beautiful, scenic place in the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh. It offers the magnificent view of snow covered Dhauladhar peaks. Besides there are beautiful places to visit, places like McleodGanj, a place which has been active since the time when Pt Nehru, then prime minister of India allowed the Tibetan spiritual leader , Dalai Lama to form government in exile at Dharamshala in the year 1960. Then there is Bhagsunag Fall which is around 10 kilometers from the town, its known for its old temple, a fresh water spring, water falls and slate quarries. The Bhagsu fall is one of the main attractions of Mcleodganj. One can take a dip in the chilly water of fall. There are other host of beautiful place in the city like
St. John’s Church, which is situated in the forest between Mcleod Ganj and Forsyth Ganj. The Church has lovely spotted glass windows and there is a Christian cemetery around it and is surrounded by majestic ‘Deodar’ trees.
Dharamkot :- ( 14 km. from the town ) Situated on the crest of a hill, this hot picnic spot gives you a scenic and breathtaking view of the kangra valley. The access is through a simple trek from Bhagsu.
The War Memorial is situated in Dharamshala town. It commemorates the memory of those who fought valiantly for the honour and defence of the mother land. The place is ideally located in the pine forest.
Then there are also Kareri and Dal lake