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Dharamkot: The Mini Israel..

Dharamkot village

Dharamkot is a small Gaddi tribe village situated on the crest of hill, near Mcleod Ganj, Upper Dharamshala. (also known as Mini Israel) The Village had a panoramic view of the Kangra valley and the Dhauladhar ranges and is surrounded by forests of  deodar and rhododendrons trees.


Israeli tourists have a special connection with this village. The influence of the Israelis on the village can be seen from the Hebrew wall writing on the many building of the village. There is also Chabad house (Jewish community center) in the village. 


There are many restaurants serving Indian, Tibetan, and Israeli delicacies in the village and many hotels.
Dharamkot have the Vipassana meditation centre, Dhamma Shikara, and the Tushita Meditation Centre.


See also:  Trek to Naddi | Gallu | Triund Campsite |

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