This is for the first time that international level cricket tournaments are being held in newly constructed Dharmshala cricket stadium that has been constructed with 50 crore rupees cost this year. Preparations for the two Indian Premier League (IPL) cricket matches to be held at the Dharamshala cricket stadium on April 16 and 18 have been completed.
Dharamshala Cricket Stadium:
Dharamshala Cricket Stadium is a cricket stadium of international reputation, which serves as the home ground to the Himachal Pradesh state cricket team. By virtue of its natural backdrop, it is one of the most attractive cricket stadiums in India. The stadium is wonderfully designed and is built at a beautiful site. The snow capped mountains can be easily viewed throughout the year. An additional feature is the Dharamshala College nearby which is surrounded by pine trees on one side.
The cricket stadium set up at height of 4000 ft above means sea level has been constructed in accordance with international standards and is highest international cricket ground to host IPL matches. The Dharamshala cricket stadium has a magnificent view in backdrop of mighty Dhauladhar snow peaks which register average temperature of around 25 degree to 30 degrees Celsius during the peak hours in summer while morning and evening temperature is registered around 20 degree Celsius when the entire India experiences the spell of intense heat waves. The pleasant weather will add to the glory and popularity of the game and will be added attraction for cricket lovers who are coming from plain areas to witness the match.
Facilities:
Dharamshala cricket stadium has 20,000 spectators’ seating capacity and state of the art facilities, separate practice session, most modern rehabilitation centre, club lounge, restaurant, bar, banquet hall with 500 capacities and modern media centre with all the facilities.
Chief Guest:
Tibetan spiritual leader Dalai Lama will be the chief guest during an Indian Premier League match to play between Chennai Super Kings Vs King XI Punjab on April 18. Himachal Pradesh chief minister Prem Kumar Dhumal will be the chief guest on the opening day of the matches between Kings XI Punjab Vs Deccan Chargers on April 16.
About City:
Dharamshala or Dharamsala is a city in northern India. It is the winter seat of government of the state of Himachal Pradesh and the district headquarters of the Kangra district. It is also the home of the Dalai Lama and the exiled Tibetan government.
Connectivity:
The nearest airport is Gaggal Airport, an hour’s drive from Dharamshala. Air-conditioned, deluxe buses ply between Dharamsala and major cities such as Chandigarh, Delhi, and Shimla.
The nearest broad gauge railway station is Chakki Bank at Pathankot, which is three hours from Dharamshala and is well connected to the rest of Northern India. There is another railway line from Pathankot to Jogindernagar, a part of the Mandi District of Himachal Pradesh, which is a narrow-gauge line, the nearest station to Dharamshala on this line is Chamunda Marg, half an hour away, where a famous Shaktipitha is located; the town is also well connected by road to other parts of the country.
Dharamshala is nearest tourist hill station. It is aprrox 95 km from Pathankot. One can easily visit Dharamshala from Pathankot or Chakki bank railway station. Nearest Airports are Gaggal & Pathankot. Dharamshala is small & very beautiful station. While start for Dharamshala the Kandwal barrier is there to check all the cabs & other tax formalities.
Climate:
Dharamsala has a monsoon-influenced Alpine climate. Summer starts in early April and peaks in early June, when temperatures can reach 35 degree Celsius. From July to September, in the monsoon season, up to 2000 mm (79 inches) of rain can fall, making Dharamsala one of the wettest places in the state. The monsoon ends in late September and is followed by autumn.
Autumn lasts till late November, with temperatures averaging around 14-15 degree Celsius. Winter starts in December and goes on till late February. Snow and sleet is common during the winter. Winter is followed by a short, pleasant spring till April. The best time to visit is the autumn and spring months.
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