Dalhousie (डलहौज़ी), Himachal Pradesh

Snowcapped mountains as seen from Subhash Bowli in Dalhousie


Dalhousie (Hindi: डलहौज़ी) is a hill station on the western part of Himachal Pradesh in northern India. Located 1,954 m (6,411 ft) above sea level, it has a population of 7,500 people (2012 estimate).

Due to its elevation, Dalhousie experiences a cool climate throughout the year. Winters can get bitterly cold, and often accompanied by wet weather. The town was named after James Broun-Ramsay, the 1st Marquess of Dalhousie, as it was established in 1854 when he was the viceroy of India.

Nature in Dalhousie, Himachal Pradesh, India

Planning your trip to Dalhousie

The journey to Dalhousie from Delhi involves several transits. This usually involves a ten-hour train trip to Pathankot followed by a bus journey of 2-3 hours to Dalhousie.

Places of Interest in Dalhousie

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