Mcleodganj Tourism, India: Places, Best Time & Travel Guides

 


McLeodganj is a famous tourist destination situated on the hills of Himachal Pradesh. This place, situated on the Shivalik mountains and is no less than heaven. Nature is pleased with the Buddhist monasteries, beautiful plains and the pleasant weather at McLeodganj. McLeodganj is a major hill station, which is quite popular among trekkers. The culture here is a beautiful blend of Tibetan culture with some British influence. It is also known as Chhoti Lhasa. It is a beautiful city famous worldwide for being home to the Tibetan spiritual guru Dalai Lama.

McLeodganj


If you have come to visit tourist places of Himachal Pradesh, then you must also include McLoadganj in your list. Some of the most famous and religiously important monasteries in India are located at McLodganj, including Namgyal Math and Tsuglakhang. It is also known as "Little Lhasa" due to its large population of Tibetans. McLeod Ganj was named after Sir Donald Frail McLeod. It was a hill station since British rule. McLeod Ganj is located at an altitude of 2,082 meters above sea level. Major cities near McLeod Ganj include Dharamshala, Palampur, and Kangra.

 

mcleodganj Tibetans

Travel Attraction in McLeod Ganj

 

Tourism is an important industry in McLeod Ganj. Many people come to study Tibetan Buddhism, culture, crafts, etc. The city is also known for Tibetan handicrafts, Tibetan carpets, textiles, workmanship souvenirs. The most important Buddhist site of McLeod Ganj is the temple of the Dalai Lama. Other Buddhist and Tibetan sites in McLeod Ganj include the Namgyal Monastery, the Tibetan Works Library. St. John's Church, Dal Lake, Bhagsu Nath, Bhagsu Falls, Tushita Meditation Center, Naddi ViewPoint, Kalachakra Temple, Kareri Lake, etc. also attracts tourists.

Bhagsu Falls


Best time to visit McLeod Ganj

The best time to visit McLeodganj is between October and February, which is the winter season. There is a summer season between March and June during which the region has a temperature of around 25 ° C. The temperature during winter varies between -1 ° C and 9 ° C.

Best time to visit McLeod Ganj


How to Reach McLeod Ganj

The bus is the most important mode of transport used by people. McLeod Ganj is about 9 km from Dharamshala about 485 km from Delhi and 244 km from Chandigarh. It takes about 10-11 hours to travel from Delhi to McLeod Ganj by bus, and regular service is available here. If you are planning to travel McLeodganj with your family then it is recommended to hire a taxi from Chandigarh to visit McLeodganj because it is the safest way to travel McLeodganj.

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