Beat the Heat Of the Summer in Dharamshala
Beat The Heat of this Summer Like A Pro
Dharamsala
Dharamsala is the most appealing hill stations that can be visited throughout the year. Dharamsha is located at the upper reaches of Kangra Valley in Himachal Pradesh and its placed at an average altitude of 1,475 above Sea Level. Dharamshala redefines the beauty of nature and holds the capability of surprising you with snowfall too. Enjoy sightseeing of the ever beautiful Dharamshala which is often combined with a tour to Dalhousie which is also one of the great places to visit in April in India. That offers a breath taking view of the mountains and the lush coniferous forests. The exotic culture in Dharamsala along with dotted monasteries is attractive; it is an important centre for the Buddhists. The weather conditions are pleasant in summer and we would like to suggest summer for the best time to visit, Dharamsala experiences rains during the monsoon and snowfall in winters, there is an added season of autumn. Dharamsala is a great tourist destination and can be visited any time of the year.
Weather in April: Dharamshala usually is warm in the daytime during April whereas in the night, it can get equally cold. The maximum average temperature is around 24°C and it can also rain anytime in Dharamshala.
Major Attractions: HPCA stadium, Tibetan Museum, Kalachakra Temple, Kangra Valley and the War Memorial.
Things to Do: Fly high with paragliding, trek to Dharamkot, go on a sightseeing tour, enjoy trekking to Kareri Lake, camping at Lahesh caves and much more.
Shopping in Dharamshala
A popular base for Tibetan Buddhist activities, Dharamshala is one of the most popular holiday destinations in Himachal Pradesh that give you enough reasons to explore the splendor of the destination. The city has a lot of shopping area that offers great Tibetan handicrafts, carpets, and mats at a very reasonable price.
Some of the popular markets that draw tourists in huge numbers are listed below:
Kotwali Bazar: This is the perfect place to buy Tibetan accessories like trinkets, traditional jewelry, mandala paintings, thangkas, Tibetan dresses, woolen shawls, prayer wheels, trousers, slippers, prayer flags, and gift items. One can also get other basic accessories from this market for trekking at higher altitudes in the Dharamshala region.
Mcleodganj: If you are looking forward to buy Tibetan handicrafts, carpets, and other local goods, then Mcleodganj is the right place for you. Here, one can visit Divine Buddha Handicrafts, which offers souvenirs and handicrafts. There is a special sale that goes on every Sunday for those who love Tibetan garments and other local goods.
The Green Shop: The green shop is run by the Tibetan Welfare Office and it offers recycled goods. So, if you are a nature lover, then visit this shop to get the best Eco-friendly products.
Climate in Dharamshala The beautiful hill station of Dharamshala lies on the spur of the Dhauladhar range about 17 kms northeast of Kangra town. This majestic hilltop is surrounded by oak and conifer trees and offers beautiful views of the snow capped mountains. The cool and pleasant weather of Dharamshala is one reason why many travelers visit this place to beat the heat in summer and to experience snowfall during winters.
Summer: The maximum and minimum temperature observed in this season are 31°C and 16°C.
Winter: The maximum and minimum temperature in this season are 25°C and 6°C.
Winter too is the best time to visit Dharamshala, especially for someone who wants to experience snowfall. The temperature even drops to 0°C in winter, and so the months between December and February are the best to catch a glimpse of chilly Dharamshala.
