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Guide for dalhousie winter trekking.

BEFORE YOU LEAVE HOME

• Give your family,friends your exact travel plan details.The Flight /train/Bus details ,Time of departure and arrival.
• There will be  little to no mobile coverage in some parts of the trek.Please communicate this to loved ones back home and give them BASECAMP Dalhousie number .Incase they need to pass an urgent message to you. Phone : 01899 – 242189, 240929
• Recharge your currency now,since you will be trekking some days in forest area,where there will be no mobile currency shops.Activate your roaming packs .
• Pay other bills to avoid late payment fees,since you?re in the trek.Like DISH TV ,Electricity,Internet connection.
• Have an important date coming up,when you?re in the trek.A loved one?s birthday ,Anniversary ? Pre book here to send them flowers /gift.They will cherish you for it.
• Be prepared for Travel emergencies.I wish you a happy journey,but it always to be prepared.  Example : If your credit card or mobile phone is stolen, always know where to find the inactivation phone number. Your bank, credit card issuer usually has a 24 hour emergency number for blocking cards.For more emergency tips read this and that.

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History of Dalhousie and surroundings

• It is fondly known as the Singing Hill.
• A view of Gobind Sagar Lake from Dilniwas, Upper Bakrota, Dalhousie
• Upper Bakrota – The highest area in Dalhousie, it has a number of estates, a residential school, and an Army barracks at the top. The area is circled by a road called Bakrota Walk, on the way to Khajjiar which ends at Alah Water Tank. It was the preferred destination of the landed gentry of Punjab during the Raj, now populated by similar residents from the new India. Some of the houses are worth seeing, but are mostly on private gated estates.
• Church – St John?s church  This Protestant Church in Dalhousie is a throwback to the Victorian era and holds great historical significance as the first religious site to be built here, dating all the way back to 1863.This one is equally magnificent and ancient, built more than a century ago. A perfect example of Victorian architecture.
• What to buy: Two main markets— one run by the local Himachalis and the other by Tibetan-immigrants! Both of them has their own share of exquisite artifacts. But one should not forget to bargain to some real great extent! Don’t forget to bring back home, a speciality of this place— dried-blossoms of some local trees, which are varnished, and sold in the local markets! They are not very expensive, and are generally hardy to survive the strains of long journey and packing/unpacking! CHAMBA ,(nearby MANGLA CAMP) has excellent quality leather goods.
• Caf? Dalhousie is one of the quaintest and, perhaps, the oldest cafes in town. A tiny place on the lower floor of HHo el Dalhousie, it is perfect for a simple breakfast of scrambled eggs, peanut butter toasts and a coffee. An evening stroll in the Gandhi Chowk market is incomplete without a masala chai and popcorn bucket from here. All th e food at the cafe is made to order. While the service is slow, the food quality and amazing views from its inside leaves little room for complaints. A no-frills place, Cafe Dalhousie sees a lot of people walking in for its old-world charm.

————————————————————————————————- Suggestions by last year Dalhousie trekker Ms.Anubhuti Rastogi

1. Get a hair dryer to dry their things in case of emergency. 2. One light blanket if possible.3. Add directions to base camp from bus stop as many locals around don’t know it exactly.

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Perfect Dalhousie Itinerary For 3 Days – 72 Hours In Dalhousie

Situated at an altitude of 1970 meters, Dalhousie is one of the most famous hill stations in the country. With a dense population of pine & deodar trees, Dalhousie is blessed with vast verdant green meadows and snow-capped mountains of the Dhauladhar range. The streets, old buildings and churches still hold the charm of the British era. And the proximity to India’s Mini Switzerland, Khajjiar makes it more interesting to visit. For someone who is looking to seek inner peace amidst nature then Dalhousie is the perfect destination.

In this guide, we list down the Dalhousie Itinerary for 3 days including how to reach, best time to visit, place to visit & things to do and where to stay.

Is Dalhousie Worth Visiting?

Yes, Dalhousie is a worthy destination for those who seek peace, lush green natural beauty, high mountain peaks, easy yet adventurous treks, and historical buildings. Being a high-altitude town Dalhousie is blessed with pleasant weather conditions that make it a year-round destination. During winter there you can enjoy snow activities while in summer it adorned by picturesque natural beauty. And the proximity to places like Khajjiar, Chamba, Sach Pass, Pangi Valley, and many more makes it s good getaway for a long vacation.

Best Time To Visit Dalhousie

Due to pleasant weather conditions, Dalhousie is a year-round destination. However, March to September is the best time to visit. During summer Dalhousie becomes a popular weekend getaway in North India to get rid of heat. Many tourists start visiting Dalhousie to escape from the scorching heat. But during monsoon season this place becomes highly prone to landslides and floods. For more details, you can check our detailed guide to best time to visit Dalhousie –

How to Reach Dalhousie

Due to the hilly region, Dalhousie doesn’t have a railway station and Airport so the road is the only option to reach Dalhousie. But its nearby town Pathankot does have an airport and railway station from where you can continue your journey to Dalhousie via road. So here is the detailed guide –

By Road – Dalhousie is well connected by road to its nearby cities like Chandigarh, Pathankot, Kangra, Delhi, Ambala, Dharamshala, Mcleodganj , and Amritsar. If you’re traveling from Delhi then you can easily get a direct bus from Delhi ISBT to Dalhousie. There are frequent buses plying to Dalhousie from nearby cities by Himachal Road Transport and Haryana roadways.

If you’re driving a car to Dalhousie then make sure you’re comfortable driving to narrow mountain roads. If you’re not comfortable driving in the hills then you can also hire a car with a driver. It will be a little expensive but good road conditions and surrounding natural beauty make the journey beautiful.

By Train – Train is the easiest and cost effective way to reach Dalhousie. Pathankot has the nearest railway station to Dalhousie at a distance of 82 KM. From there you can easily get a direct taxi or bus to reach Dalhousie. You can also rent a cab from Pathankot to Dalhousie which will cost you between 2000 to 3000 INR per person.

By Flight – The nearest airport to Dalhousie is Gaggal airport which is situated in Kangra at a distance of 108 KM from Dalhousie. From there you can easily get a direct bus or taxi to reach Dalhousie.

How many days are enough for Dalhousie

3 days would be enough to experience the beauty of Dalhousie. If you have more than 3 days then it would be a bonus as in the remaining days you can explore the destinations like Sach Pass and Pangi Valley.

Dalhousie Itinerary

For this itinerary, I’m assuming that you’ve already reached Dalhousie.

First Day In Dalhousie

Day 1 – Dainkund Peak -> Kalatop Wildlife Sanctuary -> Khajjiar

T rek to Dainkund Peak – Dainkund Peak is the perfect place to start your Dalhousie trip. Leave early (7 AM) in the morning for the trek of Dainkund peak so you’ll get enough time to explore the Kalatop Wildlife Sanctuary and Khajjiar.

Situated around 12 KM from Dalhousie, Dainkund Peak is also known as Singing Hill. With a Staggering height of 2755 meters, it gives you 360-degree views of Khajjiar lake and valley. To complete the trek of 5 KM you would need around 2 to 3 hours. The trek traverse through the beautiful grasslands, picturesque views, colorful flowers and rich vegetation. The trek is very easy and kids can also do it.

Visit Kalatop Wildlife Sanctuary – After the amazing trek of Dainkund Peak, it’s time to watch the diverse Himalayan wildlife in Kalatop Wildlife Sanctuary which is just 7 KM away from Dainkund Peak. With vistas of lush green grasslands, dense forest and snow-capped mountain peaks it is a perfect place to visit for family & Kids. There you can spot diverse wildlife of the Himalayas including black bears, serow, leopard, wild cats, deer, Himalayan black marten, barking goral and many more.

Visit Khajjiar – Now it’s time to visit the Khajjiar – the Mini Switzerland of India which is located just 16 KM from Kalatop wildlife sanctuary. Khajjiar is famous for its unparalleled natural beauty. There is a small serene lake surrounded by dense cedar forest. The carpet of lush green grasslands makes it a perfect place for to spend quality time with family and kids. It is a perfect spot to try paragliding.

Second Day in Dalhousie

This day is going to be a bit relaxed as you’re going to explore the local attractions like Panch Pulla, Garam Sadak, Mall Road, Tibetan and Subhash Baoli.

Day 2 – Local Sightseeing and night camp at Ganji Pahari

Explore Local Attractions – Start your day with an early morning walk on Garam Sadak. It is the perfect place to enjoy the amazing views of the valley and Tibetan rock paintings.

Now it’s time to visit another popular attraction of Dalhousie named Subhash Baoli. It is one of the most scenic places in Dalhousie. Located 33 KM from Garam Sadak this place is the best to spend quality time in peace. There is a water spring which believed to have medicinal properties. Also, there are some eateries where you can enjoy delicious lunch.

After that move to Panch Pulla which is another famous attraction in Dalhousie. It is located 3 KM from Gandhi Chowk. There you can try various adventurous activities like Burma Bridge, Ziplining etc. This is the starting point of the Ganji Pahari trek which is going to be your next spot.

Trek to Ganji Pahari and Night Camping – Situated 5 KM from Dalhousie bus stand on the Pathankot road in Bakrota Hills, Ganji Pahari is famous for stunning views of sunrise & sunsets. To reach up there you need to take the 4 KM trek which takes around 1 and half hours. At the top, there is the facility to stay in Mudhouse or you can set up your own camp. You can get delicious homemade food from the nearby village. It is the perfect location for camping in Dalhousie.

Third-Day In Dalhousie

On the third day, you’ll be going to explore the famous nearby attractions including Chamera Lake and Chamba Town.

Chamera Lake – Chamera Lake is a peaceful lake formed by the Chamera Dam on the Ravi River. It is located 35 Km from Dalhousie. It is a famous spot to enjoy picnics with family & friends. There you can enjoy many types of water activities like motor boating, paddle boating, kayaking, canoeing and river rafting.

Chamba Town – 37 KM from Chamera Lake there is the famous Himachali Village known as Chamba. Blessed with the scenic beauty of Pir Panjal, Zanskar and Dhauladhar mountain ranges, Chamba is famous for its ancient temples, serene lakes, diverse wildlife and lush green natural beauty. You can easily spend a full day exploring its attraction. So, if you’re visiting Chamba then make sure to stay at least a night.

Where To Stay in Dalhousie

Being a famous hill station, Dalhousie has all kinds of accommodations including luxurious hotels, resorts, homestays, guest houses, cottages and hostels.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best things to do in dalhousie at night.

Dalhousie doesn’t have much nightlife but here are the few things you can do at night – Night camping at Ganji Pahari, strolling around the mall road, and shopping.

What are the best things to do in Dalhousie?

Trekking, hiking, camping, paragliding, ziplining, Burma bridge, waterfall rappelling and shopping are the best things you can do in Dalhousie.

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History of Youth Hostel Movement

The Youth Hostel movement was first initiated by a German school teacher, Mr. Richard Schirrmann way back in 1909. He set up the first Youth Hostel in 1912 in Altena, Germany, in his own school building to provide convenient accommodation to students who were involved in outdoor activities. Subsequently, the Youth Hostel movement started growing and as a result, the Youth Hostels’ Association was formed in Germany in 1919. The initiation of the International Youth Hostel Federation (IYHF) was an outcome of the first International Youth Hostel Federation Conference held in Amsterdam in 1932. With this, the Youth Hostel Movement gained momentum and more and more Youth Hostels began to be established in Europe with hygienic stay and food facilities.

The Scenario of Youth Hostels in India

The Government of India has been extending its support to promote the Youth Hostel Movement in India since 1966. The Youth Hostels Scheme was formulated as per the guidelines prescribed in the manual of the International Youth Hostel Federation. To date, 83 Government Youth Hostels have been constructed all over India.

In India, the Youth Hostels Scheme has been functioning as a joint venture between the Central and State Governments. While the Central Government bears the cost of construction, the State Governments provide fully developed land free of cost, with water, electricity and approach roads. After the construction is completed, the hostels are handed over to the State Governments for management. These youth hostels are looked after by a manager and a warden with support from a Hostel Management Committee.

Motive of the Youth Hostel

The main purpose of establishing Youth Hostels was to provide a “ HOME AWAY FROM HOME” to travelers at affordable means. Youth Hostels are unlike hotels, where guests merely pay and stay. In a Youth Hostel, the atmosphere is more friendly and one is never made to feel like a stranger. The wardens in the hostels are friendly and can be approached to discuss problems and to seek advice, thus making the hoteliers feel at home. The hostellers, in return, may be expected to help the wardens to keep the Hostel clean and undertake some housekeeping responsibilities if required.

This kind of arrangement not only facilitates budget and low-cost travel but also provides various learning opportunities through travel and outdoor activities. Young people on educational tours, as well as excursions to historical and cultural centers, get plenty of opportunities to meet like-minded people, experience diversity at all levels, and consequently, gain tremendously from these kinds of youth hostels on both the economic and personal front.

The accommodation provided in these hostels is in the form of dormitories, which are separate for both men and women. There is a dining hall with self-service, a common room or lounge where the hoteliers can meet, mingle and engage in discussions on topics that are of common interest. Given the informal atmosphere of these hostels, they not only serve as a place for recreation but also become places for fostering informal education and nurturing new bonding and ties. 

Some of the salient features of the Youth Hostel are:-

• It is a non-religious, non-political and non-commercial unit without any discrimination pertaining to race, color, gender, caste, creed, or social background.
• Overnight charges are kept to the minimum so that the youth with limited means can also avail the stay facility. 
• Its functioning is as per the norms, rules and regulations laid down by International Youth Hostel Federation with minimal variationsdepending on the country of location. 
• It promotes travel among the youth and also encourages various youth related activities and programmes.
• It cannot be used for political party meetings and social functions like marriages.

In India, these youth hostels are managed by a Hostel Management Committee constituted by the State/Union Territory as per the guidelines laid down by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India.

The Youth Hostel, Dalhousie 

Dr. Karan Singh the then Union Minister of Tourism sanctioned the construction of the Youth Hostel at Dalhousie based on the request of the Himachal Pradesh Government and its foundation stone was laid by Smt. Sarojini Mahishi the Minister of State Tourism and Civil Aviation on 12th August, 1972.

Youth Hostel Dalhousie is the smallest built-in area. The main building has a plinth area of 1600 sq. ft. compared to 5000/10,000 sq. ft. in most other Hostels. It is also one of the oldest hostels. Hence, this is one of the prestigious Hostels under the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports.

The Youth Hostel at Dalhousie is a 92-bed hostel and to date students/youth of 22 states and 48 countries have visited and stayed here.  A statistic shows that around 15,000 visitors visit and stay in this hostel every year. Adventure activities and other national-level programs of this hostel receive good participation from all over the country. This was the only government Youth Hostel to be linked to an International online booking network. Of all the Government Youth Hostels in India, there is only 6 Govt. Youth Hostels that are ISO certified and the Govt. Youth Hostel Dalhousie is one of them.

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Russia accuses Ukraine of striking same Moscow building that was hit by drone days ago

Russian authorities early Tuesday accused Kyiv of another attack on Moscow and its surroundings with drones, one of which hit a building in the capital that was damaged by a drone just days ago in a similar attack early Sunday. (August 1)

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Investigators examine an area next to a damaged building in the “Moscow City” business district after a reported drone attack in Moscow, Russia, early Tuesday, Aug. 1, 2023. Ukrainian drones again targeted Moscow and its surroundings early Tuesday morning, the Russian military reported. Two of three launched were shot down outside Moscow, while one crashed into a skyscraper in the Moscow City business district, damaging the building’s facade. (AP Photo)

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Firefighters and a police officer stand next to a damaged building in the “Moscow City” business district after a reported drone attack in Moscow, Russia, early Tuesday, Aug. 1, 2023. Ukrainian drones again targeted Moscow and its surroundings early Tuesday morning, the Russian military reported. Two of three launched were shot down outside Moscow, while one crashed into a skyscraper in the Moscow City business district, damaging the building’s facade. (AP Photo)

A view of the damaged building is seen in the “Moscow City” business district after a reported drone attack in Moscow, Russia, early Tuesday, Aug. 1, 2023. Ukrainian drones again targeted Moscow and its surroundings early Tuesday morning, the Russian military reported. Two of three launched were shot down outside Moscow, while one crashed into a skyscraper in the Moscow City business district, damaging the building’s facade. (AP Photo)

Firefighters stand next to a damaged building in the “Moscow City” business district after a reported drone attack in Moscow, Russia, early Tuesday, Aug. 1, 2023. Ukrainian drones again targeted Moscow and its surroundings early Tuesday morning, the Russian military reported. Two of three launched were shot down outside Moscow, while one crashed into a skyscraper in the Moscow City business district, damaging the building’s facade.(AP Photo)

A man takes a photo of the damaged building in the “Moscow City” business district after a reported drone attack in Moscow, Russia, early Tuesday, Aug. 1, 2023. Ukrainian drones again targeted Moscow and its surroundings early Tuesday morning, the Russian military reported. Two of three launched were shot down outside Moscow, while one crashed into a skyscraper in the Moscow City business district, damaging the building’s facade.(AP Photo)

A view of the damaged building, centre, is seen in the “Moscow City” business district after a reported drone attack in Moscow, Russia, early Tuesday, Aug. 1, 2023. Ukrainian drones again targeted Moscow and its surroundings early Tuesday morning, the Russian military reported. Two of three launched were shot down outside Moscow, while one crashed into a skyscraper in the Moscow City business district, damaging the building’s facade. (AP Photo)

A view of the damaged building is seen in the “Moscow City” business district after a reported drone attack in Moscow, Russia, early Tuesday, Aug. 1, 2023. This building was already attacked by a drone two days ago. Ukrainian drones again targeted Moscow and its surroundings early Tuesday morning, the Russian military reported. Two of three launched were shot down outside Moscow, while one crashed into a skyscraper in the Moscow City business district, damaging the building’s facade. (AP Photo)

Investigators examine an area next to damaged building in the “Moscow City” business district after a reported drone attack in Moscow, Russia, early Tuesday, Aug. 1, 2023. Ukrainian drones again targeted Moscow and its surroundings early Tuesday morning, the Russian military reported. Two of three launched were shot down outside Moscow, while one crashed into a skyscraper in the Moscow City business district, damaging the building’s facade. (AP Photo)

TALLINN, Estonia (AP) — A drone attacked a skyscraper in central Moscow early Tuesday for the second time in around 48 hours, damaging the building’s facade and further underscoring the Russian capital’s vulnerability. Russian authorities accused Ukraine of staging the assault.

An adviser to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy tweeted that Moscow “is rapidly getting used to a full-fledged war,” without confirming or denying Kyiv’s involvement.

Russian officials have claimed that the repeated attacks on the capital region reflect failures in Ukraine’s counteroffensive to recapture Russian-occupied territory. Zelenskyy said over the weekend that “the war is gradually coming back to Russian territory,” but he stopped short of taking responsibility.

Russia’s Defense Ministry said it shot down two Ukrainian drones outside Moscow and jammed another, sending it crashing into a skyscraper and damaging the building’s facade. The attack happened in a business district of high-rise office buildings known as Moscow City, west of the Kremlin.

Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin said the drone crashed into the same building that was damaged Sunday in a similar attack. IQ-Quarter, located 7.2 kilometers (4.5 miles) from the Kremlin, houses multiple government agencies, including the headquarters of the Ministry of Economic Development, the Ministry of Digital Development and Communications, and the Ministry of Industry and Trade.

The mayor said the attack on Tuesday did not result in any casualties.

It wasn’t clear why the same building was hit twice in a row. In both attacks, the Russian military said the drones that hit the skyscraper were jammed before crashing, which elicited questions from even the staunchest supporters of the Kremlin.

Margarita Simonyan, chief editor of the state-funded TV channel RT, said in a social media post that “a drone hitting the same tower for the second time in a row, where three federal ministries are located, at least requires explaining the comments that the electronic warfare downed them all.”

Asked about how protected the Russian capital is, given that supposedly jammed drones hit the same building, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov redirected the question to the Defense Ministry, saying only that “the threat exists and measures are being taken.”

Sobyanin said the drone that struck the building Tuesday hit the 21st floor, one of the floors housing the Economic Development ministry. Photos from the scene showed several panels of glass missing, exposing the charred insides of the building. According to the mayor, 150 square meters (about 1,600 square feet) of the building’s glass facade were damaged.

Russian news agency Interfax cited Darya Levchenko, an adviser to the economic development minister, as saying that the ministry’s staff worked from home Tuesday while damage to the office was assessed.

The Russian military also said Ukrainian forces tried to attack two of its warships in the Black Sea, using maritime drones. Three drones targeted two patrol vessels, Sergei Kotov and Vasily Bykov, 340 kilometers (210 miles) southwest of the Russian-controlled city of Sevastopol on the Crimean Peninsula , the Defense Ministry reported. All three drones were destroyed, the report said.

The governor of the Sevastopol region, Mikhail Razvozhaev, said a drone was shot down about 10 kilometers (6 miles) east of the city on Tuesday evening, causing a brush fire.

The attacks on Moscow and Crimea, which Russia illegally annexed from Ukraine in 2014, follow a deadly Russian missile strike on Kryvyi Rih , Zelenskyy’s hometown in central Ukraine.

Monday’s strike partially destroyed a residential building and killed seven people. Dozens more were wounded.

Russia’s land and sea border with Ukraine spans more than 2,200 kilometers (1,400 miles), meaning that much of the line separating the two countries is not covered by defense radar, which creates an opening for drones.

“Depending on where they are launched from, if there is a way to get through the initial line of defenses, then there will probably be a very poor ability to track them in real time,” said professor Justin Bronk, an expert in military air power and technology at the Royal United Services Institute, a defense think tank in London.

The most advanced defense systems around Moscow “are typically optimized for ballistic missile defense and are looking at targets and objects which are coming in at extremely high speeds and from very high angles,” Bronk said.

Unlike ballistic missiles, drones can fly low and slow. That presents a challenge for radar systems, which scan higher altitudes and filter out slow-moving objects such as birds.

In other developments Tuesday, Russian forces attacked Kharkiv, Ukraine’s second-largest city, with Iranian-made Shahed drones , according to Kharkiv Gov. Oleh Syniehubov.

One drone struck a three-story building at an educational institution in the Saltivka district, partially destroying the top two floors of the building, as well as the roof. No one was inside at the time.

Three more drone strikes hit the area of a sports complex in the Shevchenkivskyi district of Kharkiv. A two-story building in the complex was partially damaged, and a 63-year-old security guard was wounded, according to Syniehubov.

Russian forces shelled the city of Kherson and hit a medical facility, according to regional Gov. Roman Mrochko, killing a doctor and wounding one nurse.

“A young, talented doctor was killed, who was on his first day of work after internship. It was his first working day, which ended without even starting,” Tetiana Karchevych, Kherson region health department head, said at the site of the attack.

Ukraine’s presidential office reported Tuesday morning that at least 12 civilians had been killed in the country over the previous 24 hours, and 104 people injured.

The office reported that Monday’s attack on Kryvyi Rih killed seven people, including a 10-year-old girl, making it one of the deadliest attacks on civilians in recent weeks. Russian rockets struck a residential high-rise building and a university building in the attack, which also wounded 81 people, including seven children.

Hanna Arhirova in Kyiv, Ukraine, and Yuras Karmanau in Berlin, contributed to this report.