The war memorial in the lap of mountains and surrounded by pine trees

State War Memorial

The Dharamshala War Memorial pays tribute to the heroes who laid down their lives in the battles of 1947-48, the Indo-China War of 1962, 1965, and 1971, as well as UN Peace Operations.

A pleasant walk through the landscaped gardens with pine trees takes you through the heart of this monument.

Photo of The war memorial in the lap of mountains and surrounded by pine trees!! by Amit Singla

This remarkable memorial consists of a Fallen Soldier Guard covered by 3 Grand panels crafted in Black marbles of 24 feet height. The 3 curved black marbles represent the 3 wings of the armed forces. On the 5 sides of these 3 panels, are engraved the names of soldiers who laid their lives in the wars and peace keeping missions and serves as a powerful symbol of remembrance of their courage and sacrifice. The sixth side consists of a mural creation symbolizing the ever burning flame of National freedom on which these golden words are marked" TO EVERYMAN UPON THIS EARTH DEATH COMETH SOON AND HOW CAN A MAN DIE BETTER THAN FACING FEARFUL ODDS, FOR THE ASHES OF HIS FATHERS AND THE TEMPLES OF HIS GODS."

The memorial complex also contains tanks and plane replicas, a landscaped map of our beloved country India and a pathway through the woods for a refreshing walk, making it a soulful and memorable affair.