Things to do in Himachal Pradesh
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Ice-skating Rink
In winter there's an Ice-skating rink near the Rivoli bus stand.
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Asia Book House
English-language titles including novels and travel literature.
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Unity Bistro & Pizza House
This busy cafe serves tasty wood-fired pizzas and pasta dishes.
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Taste of India Cooking Courses
Veg and non-veg North Indian food. Book one day in advance.
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Van Vihar Park
The Van Vihar Park has a children’s park.
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Tibetan Refugee Handicraft Centre
Has a good selection of Tibetan carpets and handicrafts.
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The Pub
A very contemporary bar, serving a young, Indian crowd.
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Minerva Bookshop
Good for novels, maps and books on Himachal Pradesh.
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Lhamo’s Kitchen
Recommended courses in vegetarian Tibetan cooking.
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Himalayan Iyengar Yoga Centre
Five-day courses start every Thursday (Rs2500).
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Yoga, LHA
LHA runs yoga classes at 07:30 and 17:30.
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Hills Bookshop
Well stocked with novels and guidebooks.
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Nisha’s Indian Cooking Course
Veg and nonveg North Indian courses.
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Namgyal Bookshop
Specialises in Buddhist texts.
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Yeti Trekking
A reliable trekking operator.
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Bookworm
The best all-round bookshop.
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Tibetan Cooking School
Hosts three-day courses.
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Himalayan Journeys
Opposite Nehru Park.
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Tibetan Welfare Office
The Tibetan Welfare Office can provide advice on other opportunities for volunteers around McLeod Ganj, including environmental efforts such as the Clean Upper Dharamsala Project.
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Amchi, Men-Tsee-Khang Clinic
Amchi (traditional Tibetan medicine) is a popular treatment for minor and persistent ailments. There are several clinics around town.
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Himani’s
The neon and marble decor is straight out of the 1980s, but Himani’s is a good place for a casual drink or plate of chicken tikka. On two levels, the top-floor terrace overlooking the Mall is perfect on a sunny afternoon.
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Cafe Sol
In the atrium on the roof of Hotel Combermere, but entered straight off the Mall, Sol serves an interesting blend of Mexican, Italian and Mediterranean dishes. Try the crispy prawn with cornflakes, or filling enchiladas.
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Devicos Restaurant
Skip the fast-food stand at street level and head for the downstairs restaurant for a decent menu of Indian, Chinese and continental staples.
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Bhimsen’s Cooking Class
Courses in North and South Indian cooking.
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