BHAGSU
Bhagsu, a nondescript village placed inside the Himachal Himalayas, is full of natural charm. Only 2 kilometers away is McLeodganj, overrun by Tibetan refugees and western visitors who began to come here in large numbers after Dalai Lama, the exiled Tibetan religious leader, made McLeodganj his home. Yet somehow Bhagsu has been able to remain sequestered. Take some very refreshing walks along the forested trails, picnic by the side of mountain springs or spend some meditative hours at the small, sixteenth century Shiva Temple to freshen up mind, body and soul.
HOW TO REACH
McLoedganj, 2 km ahead of Bhagsu, is the main entry point. There are regular buses to McLeodganj from Manali, Delhi, Pathankot. From McLeodganj taxis and auto rickshaws travel to Bhagsu. Alternatively, one can simply walk up to Bhagsu from McLeodganj.
BEST TIME TO VISIT
The weather is pleasant round the year except the winter in the months of December and January.
ACCOMMODATION
Hotel Triund
Tel: (01892) 21122
Rent: Rs. 700–995/-
Meghavan Holiday Resort
Tel: (01892) 221935
Rent: Rs. 750–950/-
Samgyal Guest House
Rent: Rs. 150–300/-
Pink White Guest House
Tel: (01892) 221204, 221927
Rent: Rs. 200–500/-
Seven Seas Lodge
Rent: Rs. 300–400/-
Omni Guest House
Tel: (01892) 21489
Rent: Rs. 75–100/-
TRAVEL TIPS Himachal Pradesh Tourism Office, Dharamsala. Tel: (01892) 24212