Built in 1852, St. John in the Wilderness Church stands as a testament to the British colonial era in India. Dedicated to John the Baptist, the church served as a place of worship for the British stationed in Dharamshala. The church's construction was initiated by Lord Elgin, the then Viceroy of India, who tragically died in Dharamshala and is buried here. The 1905 Kangra earthquake significantly damaged the church, but it was later restored. The church's graveyard is a poignant reminder of the British who lived and died in this remote hill station. Today, it remains an important historical and religious site, attracting visitors from around the world.