| Location | Kangra Valley, Himachal Pradesh |
| Altitude | Lower Dharamshala: Around 1,457 meters (4,780 ft) above sea level; Upper Dharamshala (McLeod Ganj): Around 1,770 meters (5,800 ft) above sea level |
| Climate | Mild: Summer (March to June), Cold: Winter (December to February) |
| Weather | Pleasant summers, Cold winters, Occasional snowfall |
| Best Time to Visit | March to June (summer), September to November (post-monsoon), December to February (snowfall) |
| Attractions | Tsuglagkhang Complex (Dalai Lama’s temple), Bhagsu Waterfall, Namgyal Monastery, Triund, Dal Lake, Kangra Fort, Masroor Rock Cut Temple, Norbulingka Institute |
| Adventure Sports | Trekking, Camping, Paragliding, Rock Climbing |
| Cuisine | Tibetan food, Momos, Thukpa, Local Himachali dishes |
| Local Festivals | Losar Festival, Tibetan New Year, International Himalayan Festival |
| Accommodation | Hotels, Guesthouses, Homestays, Resorts |
| Transport | Road access, nearest airport: Gaggal Airport (13 km), nearest railway station: Pathankot (85 km) |
| Language | Hindi, English, Tibetan dialects |
| Local Markets | McLeod Ganj Market, Kotwali Bazaar |
| Connectivity | Good mobile network coverage, Wi-Fi availability in many cafes and hotels |
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