Day Excursion To Kangra From Dharamshala

angra that is 15 miles away from Dharamshala. The drive to Kangra takes about an hour. You will visit the 8th century Masroor Rock Temples. These are a series of richly carved rock temples that are located about 30 miles out of Kangra town. The temples were carved out of a monolithic rock and are the only rock temples to be found in North India. A large water pond is also located close to the temples. From the temple premises you get to see panoramic views of the snow-clad Dhauladhar mountains.

The fort stands on top of a steep hill and is built strategically at the confluence of the River Majhi and River Banganga. Although the fort is in ruins, it offers some splendid views of the surrounding countryside. Then stop for lunch (own expense) at a nearby restaurant. After lunch visit the Mata Brajeshwari Temple that was re-built in 1905 after a massive earthquake destroyed the original building. According to the Hindu epic, Mahabharata, the original temple was built by the Pandavas, who got a divine vision from the Goddess Durga asking them to build a temple for her. It is said that the temple contained tons of gold and silver in its coffers and was plundered several times by Muslim invaders. After the visit to the temple, spend some time at the local market. At the end of the tour, you will be driven back to Dharamshala and dropped off at your hotel.