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Nestled in the foothills of the Indian Himalayas sits the small town of Dharamsala. Surrounded by majestic conifers, and with an awe-inspiring backdrop of towering snow-topped peaks criss-crossed with glistening streams, the town has become a popular base for travellers preparing to tackle the soaring Indrahar Pass. Of course, the town isn’t just popular with seasonal hikers looking to take in the breathtaking scenery.

For decades, campaigners and lawmakers from across the globe have come here to meet with Dharamsala’s most famous resident--the Dalai Lama--and to see for themselves his followers’ refuge and their Government in Exile.