In the upper folds of the beautiful Kangra Valley, sleepily stretches a small city called Dharamshala in the laps of dense green coniferous forests. A tour of the city with a valid India visa will transport you back in the time when nature’s beauty, unharmed by man was the biggest source of joy. For those who get enthralled by mountains and have an India visa, Dharamshala is the best place to go. The snow-peaked Dhauladhar rises out to 17000 feet with the beautiful Kangra Valley at its feet.

The city is divided into two very distinct parts. The areas down the Kangra Valley and Kotwali Bazaar are together known as Lower Dharamshala, while the upper regions and McleodGanj is called Upper Dharamshala. An Indian visa is a must even if you are keen on seeing the Himalayan Oaks, Pine and the breathtaking rhododendron population. Indian visa holders can see the traditional farming of important crops like tea, rice and wheat. Dharamshala is easily accessible to Indian tourist visa holders by buses running from Delhi, Shimla and Chandigarh. The nearest airport is Gaggal Airport.

Dharamshala acts as the origination of a lot of trekking trails that lead to Dhauladhar in the upper Ravi valley and further into the Chamba District. As Indian visa holders follow the trail, pictureseque scenic beauty consisting lush green forests, exotic flowers and orchids and waterfalls and sometimes glaciers, form the perfect backdrop. For the more adventurous types with an India visa, there is the scope of rock-climbing in the Dhauladhar Range.

There are a number of tourist attractions in Dharamshala for visiting for which you require an Indian visa. Indian visa holders can begin with is the most beautiful cricket stadium of India, the Dharamshala Cricket Stadium. Next Indian visa holders can go to Masur or Masroor where Indian visa holders can see ancient monolithic rock carved temples that date back to 8th century. The Bhagsu Waterfalls which transforms into a blooming 30 feet cascade is another treat for Indian visa holders. Just beside it is the Bhagsunag Temple lord Shiva is worshipped.

If Indian visa holders want to capture the local essence of the place, do visit the Kotwali Bazaar, which is the main trading point of the city.3 km from this lies the Kunal Parthi Temple, sati pith, dedicated to the Kalpeshwwari Devi. Located on the right side of Baner River is the famed Chamunda Temple, where according to mythology, the evil demons Chand and Mund were killed by goddess Kali. Indian visa holders can hop over to Dal Lake, which spans over 1 km and bound in all sides by spectacular forestry.

Nestled in the feet of Dhauladhar is Triund, a favorite trekking destination for India visa holders that gives a panoramic view of the mountains and valleys. Indian visa holders should stay in hoods that are actually little caves to get the ultimate kick. Indian visa holders can also feast in Naddi, the most scenic picnic spot of the place. Set in beautiful surroundings, it has Kareri Lake and, Adi Shakti Temple and Guna Devi in near vicinity.

So grab your Indian visa and explore the world of history and charm.