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Church of St. John in the Wilderness

Neo-gothic stone church set in deodar forest between Dharamshala and McLeod Ganj.

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The Church of St. John in the Wilderness, built in 1852 in neo-gothic style, stands amid deodar forest at Forsyth Ganj on the way to McLeod Ganj. Known for its Belgian stained glass and the memorial to Lord Elgin, it is an atmospheric, historic stop.

How to reach Church of St. John in the Wilderness

On the road between lower Dharamshala and McLeod Ganj at Forsyth Ganj; taxis available.

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Visitor information

🕑 TimingsDaytime; service times vary (verify locally)
🎟 Entry feeFree
📅 Best timeYear-round
📍 From centreAbout 8 km
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