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McLeod Ganj

Spiritual RetreatBackpacker FavoriteMountain Town
Perched amidst the verdant hills of Himachal Pradesh, McLeod Ganj beckons with its blend of spiritual tranquility and natural beauty. Embrace serenity at the Tsuglagkhang Complex, or wander through the bustling streets lined with Tibetan handicrafts. From the whisper of ancient Buddhist chants to the taste of authentic Tibetan cuisine, McLeod Ganj offers a soulful retreat into the heart of the Himalayas.
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Things to do in McLeod Ganj

Bakes and Brews
Cafe
Breakfast

Bakes and Brews

The spot for any craving — good coffee, bomb breakfasts, and pizzas with a cheese pull that outperforms your flirting skills.

La Vita Cafe
Nightlife

La Vita Cafe

A coworking-friendly cafe that makes you forget work and focus on wood-fired pizzas, thick shakes, and comfort food done right.

Encontro Cafe
Cafe
Mexican

Encontro Cafe

All the attachment, none of the emotional damage. This is the only ex worth visiting.

Skol Culture Cafe
Culture Spot
Co-working Cafes

Skol Culture Cafe

Valhalla vibes in the Himalayas — a lively coffee spot where mountain energy meets serious coffee culture.

Ikigai
Korean Food
Local Flavours

Ikigai

Chilli-claimer alert: Korean food so spicy you’ll question your life choices, then immediately take another bite. Pain, but make it delicious.

MO-NGA Cafe
Bakery
Budget Friendly

MO-NGA Cafe

he holy trinity of happiness lives here: Nutella mocha, banana pancake, and waffles. Comfort food that hugs you back.

Dharamkot Village
Mini Israel
Foreign Attraction

Dharamkot Village

The yoga-loving, hummus-eating, super-chill cousin of McLeodganj — often called Mini Israel for a reason.

The Tibet Museum
Educational
Tibetan History

The Tibet Museum

It’s not always about momos and mountains. This museum tells the real origin story of McLeodganj and the Tibetan exile community.

Kalachakra Temple
Spiritual
Temple

Kalachakra Temple

The Kalachakra teachings serve as guiding lights for lost souls — a space built for slowing down, reflecting, and just being.

Dal Lake
Temple
Self love

Dal Lake

McLeodganj’s own Dal Lake — small, serene, and surrounded by tall deodar trees. Quiet vibes only, no shikaras included

St. John in the Wilderness
Church
Gothic

St. John in the Wilderness

Channel your inner Wednesday Addams at this spooky-cool church tucked inside a dense forest, straight out of a Tim Burton film.

Himalayan Brew Tea Garden
Tea Garden
Relaxing

Himalayan Brew Tea Garden

Lush green tea gardens on the slopes of the Dhauladhar, offering chai-with-a-view that gives serious competition to Assamese tea estates.

State War Memorial
Peaceful
Patriotic

State War Memorial

Dedicated to those who gave everything for the mother soil — a place that replaces noise with gratitude and pride.

Triund Trek
Himalayan Views
Camping

Triund Trek

A McLeodganj essential — a 9 km trek through serene forests that rewards you with unreal views of the Dhauladhar range.

Zom Zom Tea Shop
Tibetan Food
No Frills

Zom Zom Tea Shop

A chill, no-frills spot to socialize and dive into authentic Tibetan food that speaks louder than any fancy decor.

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