Often referred to as "Little Lhasa," McLeod Ganj is a major international tourism destination, recognized globally as the residence of the 14th Dalai Lama and the headquarters of the Central Tibetan Administration.
* **Tsuglagkhang Complex**: The most important Buddhist site in the town, housing the Dalai Lama's temple, Namgyal Monastery, and the Tibet Museum. * **Bhagsu Waterfall**: A popular scenic waterfall located a short walk from the town center in the village of Bhagsunag. * **Church of St. John in the Wilderness**: A historic neo-Gothic Anglican church built in 1852, located in the nearby cedar forests of Forsyth Ganj. It is the resting place of Lord Elgin, a former Viceroy of India. * **Library of Tibetan Works and Archives**: A vital repository of Tibetan history and literature, offering a deep dive into the region's cultural preservation efforts.
