{"id":1632,"date":"2018-09-17T13:52:41","date_gmt":"2018-09-17T05:52:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/devp.karmagroup.com\/blog\/?p=1632"},"modified":"2018-09-24T15:55:20","modified_gmt":"2018-09-24T07:55:20","slug":"dharamshala-india-spiritual-beauty","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/devp.karmagroup.com\/blog\/dharamshala-india-spiritual-beauty\/","title":{"rendered":"Dharamshala\u2019s spiritual beauty"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Located at the northern tip of India, Dharamshala lies in the foothills of the Himalayas and is home to the Dalai Lama and the Tibetan government in exile. \u00a0Surrounded by deodar forests (Himalayan cedar), the name \u201cDharamshala\u201d literally translates to \u201cspiritual dwelling\u201d. Besides the city\u2019s association with the Tibetan community, it\u2019s renowned as one of the gateways to the beauty of the Himalayas as well as the lush tea plantations cascading down the surrounding slopes.<\/p>\n<p>Perched on a hillside and surrounded by Kangra tea plantations, <a href=\"https:\/\/karmagroup.com\/find-destination\/karma-retreats\/karma-exotica\/\">Karma Exotica<\/a> at Dharamshala makes for an ideal base camp for those keen on exploring the region\u2019s natural and spiritual wonders.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>The Tsuglagkhang Complex<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The Tsuglagkhang complex is a hands-down must-see on any trip to Dharamshala. It is the heart of the exiled Tibetan community and a renowned learning and cultural centre. It contains the Dalai Lama\u2019s private residence, Namgyal Gompa &#8211; the largest Tibetan temple outside of Tibet as well as the Tibet Museum. People come here for the history, the much sought-after public and private sessions with the Dalai Lama, the opportunity to meditate with the monks as well as Tibetan dance and music performances.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Kareri Dal Lake- Stunning natural beauty<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Once you\u2019ve had your fill of Tibetan-style architecture and colourful Tibetan d\u00e9cor, it\u2019s time to head outside and immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Dharamshala. Nine kilometres from the city and sitting at an altitude of over 2900 metres, Kareri Dal Lake is a pristine mountain lake fed by the melting snow. \u00a0The lake is surrounded by plush green deodar forest and snow-capped mountains, which are reflected in the crystal-clear water. With an altitude of 1775\u00a0m it\u2019s a popular base camp for trekkers heading off on expeditions into the nearby hills.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Bhagsunag Temple and Bhagsunag Falls- A Hindu pilgrimage<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Dedicated to the Hindu god Lord Shiva, Bhagsunag Temple is one of the oldest temples in Dharamshala. Hindu pilgrims, as well as foreign visitors, flock to this temple daily to take in the mesmerising beauty of its hilltop surrounds. During summer you can take a holy dip in the freshwater pool. If you wander further up the hill you will find the pristine Bhagsu Falls. The gleaming 20-metre high cascade of soft white water is a photographer\u2019s delight.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Located at the northern tip of India, Dharamshala lies in the foothills of the Himalayas and is home to the Dalai Lama and the Tibetan government in exile. \u00a0Surrounded by deodar forests (Himalayan cedar), the name \u201cDharamshala\u201d literally translates to \u201cspiritual dwelling\u201d. 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