About Ambala
Dharamshala to Ambala distnce : 270 km
Estimated travel time : 6.5 hours
Dharamshala to Ambala is the most popular route for both domestic as well as foreign tourists due to its geographical location and connectivity. It is located on the border of Haryana, Punjab, and Chandigarh and is hence seen as a launching pad for exploring Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Chandigarh, Jammu, and Kashmir.
Skirted by the Ghaggar river and the Tangri river, Ambala has two sub-areas Ambala Cantt and Ambala City, and hence is called "Twin City". It is known for its large Indian Army and Indian Air Force presence. Ambala is of high religious importance with a number of famous Gurudwaras like Badshahi Bagh which commemorates the visit of Guru Gobind Singh ji, and Temples like Bhawani Amba temple. It is said that Ambala got its name from Bhawani Amba. Although there are other beliefs too about the name of this city. Ambala is equally important for business as well and is home to the largest Cloth Market in the sub-continent having about 1000 wholesale shops. From silks to handlooms, you will be spoilt for choice. Apart from the cloth market, its Science Market, gold jewellery, and linen items are quite popular.
Taxi from Dharamshala to Ambala is readily available at CabBazar.
Route Information
Dharamshala to Ambala by car is well connected through NH503 and is very convenient and comfortable drive. Dharamshala to Ambala distance is 270 Km and is 6.5 hours journey. Other famous tourist places on this route and nearby are :
Kangra - Kangra Fort, Raja Sansar Chandra Museum & Cafe, Gupt Ganga Temple, Achar Kund, Baan Ganga Mandir, Kangra Museum, Baan Ganga River, Ambica Devi Temple
Daulatpur - Baba Dyalgiri Temple, Amar Jyoti Maa Durga Temple, Ganesh Maindir
Ranital - Kangra Fort, Ambica Devi Temple, Shree Kangra Jain Shwetambar Tirth
Sameli - Mata Baglamukhi Temple, Official Maa Baglamukhi Devi Temple Bankhandi, Jai Maa Baglamukhi Temple
Pragpur - Shree Gugga Ji Temple, Shree Baba Balak Naath Ji Temple, Shiv Temple
Takoli - Shiv Parvti Temple, Mata Mandir, Naag Temple
Kuthera - Gurudwara DamDama Sahib, Shiv Temple, Hanuman Temple
Dhusara - Balak Nath Temple, Gurudwara Sahib, Masjid-e-Noor, Parks
Una - Sheetla Mata Mandir, Ancient Shiv Temple, Mandir Baba Bal Ji Maharaj, Lake View
Anandpur Sahib - Takhat Sri Kesgarh Sahib Gurdwara, Gurudwara Qila Lohgarh Sahib, Virasat-e-Khalsa, Veergarh Fort, 8th Wonder (8va Ajooba)
Kiratpur Sahib - Gurudwara Shri Pataal Puri Sahib, Kiratpur Sahib Bridge, Dhoona Baba Shri Chand Ji, Sutlej River
Rupnagar - Archaeological Museum, Makbara, Harappan and Bara Culture Mound, Indus Valley Civilization & Buddhist era ruins
Chandigarh - International Dolls Museum, Capitol Complex Tourist Center, Rose Garden, Sukhna Lake
Banur - Gurudwara Singh Sheedan, Devi Mata Temple, Mosque, Shri Guru Ravidas Gurdwara Sahib Ji