Dalhousie

The name itself represents the colonial colours. Dalhousie at an elevation of 1,970 meters is another popular hill station in India in Himachal Pradesh which is well known for housing several heritage buildings that dates back from the early 19^th century. The St. Andrew’s Church and St. Patrick’s Church at Balun, St. Francis’ Church at Subash Chowk and St. John’s Church at Gandhi Chowk are some of the prominent churches in Dalhousie that reflects the typical European architectural style. Set in the midst of thick forest of oak, pine and deodar in the Dhauladar range, Dalhousie is haven for wildlife enthusiast and landscape photographers. 

At a Glance

Tourist Attractions	Type	Interesting Facts	Best Time to visit
St. John’s Church	Religious	- Built in 1863, this Church was the first to be built after the town of Dalhousie was founded.	- All throughout the year
St. Francis Church	Religious	- It is believed to have been built on the lines of a certain church in England.	- All throughout the year
St. Patrick’s Church	Religious	- It has a seating capacity of 300 persons	- All throughout the year
St. Andrew’s Church	Religious	- Also known as Church of Scotland	- All throughout the year
Lakshmi Narayan Temple	Religious	- It was built more than 150 years ago and is dedicated to Lord Vishnu	- All throughout the year
Shivkul	Religious	- It is an ashram of Vimala Thakur	- All throughout the year
Subhash Baoli	Nature	- Netaji Subhash Chander Bose during his 7 months sojourn in Dalhousie in 1937 is believed to have spent most of his days by the side of this water body	- All throughout the year
Satdhara Springs	Nature	- Medicinal value	- All throughout the year
Kalatop	Nature	- Wildlife attractions	- Summer
Lakkarmandi	Culture	- Home to Dhogri families	- All throughout the year