I was in this heaven last winter December 2007, thought I would like to share the experience with you. There was much to write, but then probably my camera clicking skills might take over the words. Just kidding at that...Honest, I do not have words to describe Dharamsala....
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On the way - This is Karnal, Ambala
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Im So happy to reach!
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Chamba VAlley
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Banikhet - 11 am - could you believe it?
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Tea At a Dhaba - Couldn't help take this pic
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Pamlful of sun
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Monks at the Dalai Lama Monastery passing by
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Hindu ascetic - He demanded 20 bucks after I took this one!
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Monks at the Mcleodgunj Main market
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Another monk passing by...oh no its me!
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Prayer Wheels at the monastery - I always wanted to take this redundant angle!
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This one too!
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The Monastery by the Market
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Relics inside the Dalai Lama Monastery
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A beautiful evening spent at the pub at the Market square
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With a Mongolian friend who didn't know a word of English!
I have some more interesting pictures..coming soon