Dalhousie
Top Cottage
Dalhousie, Himachal Pradesh.
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Dalhousie
Top Cottage Cottage is located in the Bakrota Hills,
on the 'Round' (2085m). The Bakrota Hills frame a
breathtaking view of the further snow-clad peaks.
The 'round' is a 3 1/2 km , flat , walking circuit
around the hill, very popular with residents and tourists
alike.
Dalhousie Top Cottage Cottage is a fully furnished,
wood paneled, 2 bedroom cottage. It can easily accommodate
6 adults or 4 adults and 3 children The cottage is
completely self sufficient with a T.v.,fully equipped
kitchen, washing machine, refrigerator etc. You can
drive your car right up to the cottage.
You can cook your own food or request for a cook at
a nominal extra charge. Regular cleaning service is
available at no extra charge. The guests can avail
the facility of putting up their driver or servant
in quarters provided at no extra cost. Ample parking
is available. Additional accommodation of another
2 bedrooms can be provided, if required. The cottage
is rented as a unit and not room wise.
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Telephone
line. 24 hrs Hot & Cold Water. Sky TV with Star,
Zee etc. Taxi on demand. Access to medical help
at short notice. Fax and E mail facility. Unlimited
free access to Wi – Fri internet.
Location
: Himachal Pradesh
Discovered In : 1854.
Founded
By : Lord James Ramsay, Marquis Of Dalhousie,
Khajjiar.
Best Time To Visit : Mid-May To Mid-October.
Because
of the temperate climate of Dalhousie, the original
project to start a Sanatorium for the British soldiers
was envisaged in 1851 by Col Napier, and was extensively
used for the soldiers after the 1857 freedom struggle.
As it stands today.
Dalhousie is a quiet town, with a sense of enchantment,
situated 563 kms from Delhi . This hill station spreads
over five low-level hills at the western edge of the
Dhauladhar range, just east of the Ravi River. The
picturesque town is interspersed with the colonial-era
buildings, low roofed stalls and hotels. The pine-covered
slopes around it are intersected with paths and treks,
which are ideal for short undemanding walks.
The gateway to the Chamba Valley, this colonial town
was established in 1854 by the British governor-general
Lord Dalhousie. Covering an area of 14 sq.-km and
surrounded by alpine vegetation, Dalhousie has charming
architecture and panoramic views of both plains and
the white capped views of the mountainous ranges.
Dalhousie ranges between 1,525m and 2,378m high from
sea level. The maximum temperature of Dalhousie in
summers is 30*C and the winter temperature comes down
to almost O*C. Heavy woolens are required in winter
and light woolens or tropicals in summer.
There is much to be explored in the history of Dalhousie.
It has, over the last 25 years or so developed
into a town of exceptional Educational institutions.
The Prominent schools being Dalhousie Public School,
Guru Nanak Public School , Sacred Heart Convent and
Hill Top School among others.
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HOW
TO GET THERE
Air: The nearest airport is at Pathankot
which is about 2 1/2 hours driveand also at Jammu
which is 4 1/2 hours drive.
Rail: The nearest railhead is Pathankot,
which is well connected to Amritsar, Jammu, Delhi
and Jalandhar.
Road: Onward journey from Pathankot
to Chamba and Dalhousie is by road. Punjab and Himachal
Roadways run services, as do private operators. A
regular taxi service is also available.
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Tele : +91-11-41612107, 26823836, 26823836. Mob: 9810002772, 9910002772. |
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