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dharamshala

Also spelt dharmshala



The word 'dharamshala' comes from Sanskrit. Also spelt 'dharmshala,' it literally means a 'charity center.' In olden times there were inns called dharamshalas which offered free lodging for weary travelers. Dharamshalas function for religious or charitable purposes.



Updated on 7th June, 2005

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