Dharamsala
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Where to stay
McLeod Ganj holds the bulk of budget accommodation, with Jogiwara Road and Bhagsu Nag Road as the main strips for guesthouses and cheap eats. Dharamkot, a 20-minute walk uphill from McLeod Ganj's main square, is quieter and runs a few hundred rupees cheaper per night, popular with travelers staying a week or more.
Getting around
- Check the Tibetan Library of Works and Archives schedule before booking. When the Dalai Lama gives public teachings in McLeod Ganj, every bed in the area fills within hours.
- HRTC Volvo overnight buses from Delhi's ISBT Kashmiri Gate to Dharamsala cost a budget fare in rupees. Private operators on the same route often charge twice that for an identical journey.
- Withdraw cash at ATMs in lower Dharamsala before heading up to McLeod Ganj. The machines near the main square regularly run dry on weekends and festival days.
When to go
January and February are the cheapest months, when cold weather keeps crowds thin. April through June and October through early November fill fastest, with October especially tight around Dalai Lama teaching events.
Frequently asked questions
Where do backpackers stay in Dharamsala?
McLeod Ganj holds the bulk of budget accommodation, with Jogiwara Road and Bhagsu Nag Road as the main strips for guesthouses and cheap eats. Dharamkot, a 20-minute walk uphill from McLeod Ganj's main square, is quieter and runs a few hundred rupees cheaper per night, popular with travelers staying a week or more.
What is the best time of year to visit Dharamsala?
January and February are the cheapest months, when cold weather keeps crowds thin. April through June and October through early November fill fastest, with October especially tight around Dalai Lama teaching events.