About McLeod Ganj
This Himalayan hill station became the Dalai Lama's home in exile, transforming a colonial British town into Buddhism's global spiritual center where Tibetan monasteries stand beside English guesthouses. Prayer flags flutter everywhere while monks in maroon robes walk crowded bazaars selling Tibetan crafts. The cultural collision creates a uniquely charged atmosphere.
Country
India
Best months to visit
Year-round
Currency
INR
Language
Hindi, Tibetan, English
Things to do in McLeod Ganj
Visit Tsuglagkhang Complex where Dalai Lama resides
Trek to mountain monasteries
Shop Tibetan markets for traditional crafts
Attend Buddhist teachings and rituals
Hike through cedar forests to waterfalls
Study Tibetan language or meditation techniques
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