Day Excursion To Kangra From Dharamshala With Lunch

You will be picked up from your hotel in the morning and driven to the town of Kangra that is 15 miles distance from Dharamshala. The drive to Kangra takes about an hour.

You will continue your drive to 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.

Next visit Kangra Fort of the Katoch dynasty, who claim to be the oldest surviving dynasty of India. The Kangra Fort is probably the oldest dated fort in India. 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 (beverage excluded) 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.The temple is surrounded by a stone wall like a fort and also has a drum house.

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.