Most famous lake Sukhna lake

Sukhna Lake

Sukhna lake, not a natural lake but view of the lake is natural. This lake build by "Le Corbusier" and Chief Engineer P L Verma. It is situated at 11Km from ISBT Sector 43 and 4.9 Km from Railway station Sukhna lake is near Rock Garden.

side view of Sukhna Lake also looking beautiful there are so many Bodhi trees or Peeple trees and different verity of flowers. Sukhna lake is 1.50 km long and 1.49km wide in the area. The morning and evening view is amazing so many people come there to do walk in the morning and evening. In sukhna Lake you also enjoy the boating there are different kinds of bots small bots for 4 people and bots for 15 to 20 people. Seven days of week people hang out on the lake but on Sunday a large number of people come here.  

How to reach Sukhna Lake

Sukhna Lake is 11 km from ISBT 43 in 20 minutes you can reach this place and sukhna lake is 4.9 km from Railway stations within 15 minutes you can reach this place.

Garden of rocks Rock Garden

Rock Garden

Rock Graden is a rock handcrafted Garden this Graden build by "Nek Chand Saini" in 1957. Nek Chand is a road inspector in the engineering department of Chandigarh capital projects making for Rock Graden he collecting all raw materials and waste materials such as marbles, broken pipes, broken bangles, metal wires. Six seven years he also collecting all materials and he hides his work from people and government over Eighteen years. Rock Garden is situated in sector-1 near Sukhna Lake.
Nek Chand recycles all waste materials into his own vision such as a Human shape, animal shape, and also small-small houses just like a temple shape. There is also a waterfall and doll museum this museum is a view of a village view of making foods, views of village marriage, farmer with its animal and so more views of village that's creation is best his creation and his work both are amazing. when Nek Chand starts his work he was alone but when after the government approves of his work gives 50 laborers and also gives a post and salary of Sub-Divisional Engineer, Rock Garden. The rock garden, not a garden this is the heart of Chandigarh Rock garden make Chandigarh more beautiful. 

How to reach Rock Garden

Rock Garden is 15 Km from the New airport of Chandigarh if you are coming to an airplane then you can take Bus and cab both but the bus first goes ISBT43 and 17 Bus stand this is your choice what your take. Rock Garden is 7km from Railway station.

Solan nearest Town from Shimla

Solan

Solan is located 66 Km from Chandigarh 45 Km from Shimla and 296 Km from Delhi. Population of solan is 39,256 and literacy rate of solan is 87.52 %. There are 4 sub-division and 211 panchayat and 12 tehsils and sub-tehsils(7 tehsils and 5 sub-tehsils) tehsils names are Solan, Kandaghat, Kasauli, Nalagarh, Arki, Baddi,Ramshehar and sub-tehsils are Krishangarh, Darlaghat, Mamligh & Panjehra. Solan is famous for The Shoolini Mata Temple, jatoli Shiv Temple and there is also a monastery that’s name is Yundung Monastery. Solan is also famous for Kasauli, this hill station is very near from Chandigarh in Kasauli you also see a sunrise or sunset point and kasauli church. It is believed that solan is a place where Pandavas  have meditated during their 12-year expatriate. There are also avery large number of colleges, universities  and schools most famous University in solan and himachal pradesh is shoolini university. 

Famous places in solan:-

Kasauli

Kasauli is a very beautiful place in solan Kasauli is located on the way of  Chandigarh to Shimla. It is  77 km from Shimla, 65 km from Chandigarh. Kasauli is famous for its lush green beauty there is also a sunset point, Tibetan Market, Baptist Church, Timber Trail or there is also an army resthouse.
Kasauli is the nearest tourist place from Chandigarh. Kasauli is the very best place for enjoying a weekend so must go kasauli but be careful from naughty monkeys. Every weekend this place full with people mostly Chandigarh and Punjabi people come here. There is also The Central Research Institute (CRI), originally the Pasteur Institute of India was established at Kasauli in 1904.

   Maa Shoolini temple

Maa shoolini temple is very famous temple in solan this temple dedicated to Mata Parvati and Durga Mata, shoolini mata also known as Dhuruvi, Shoolini Durga. It is said that Solan city named after the Shoolini Devi. 

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Chandigarh Beautiful city in India

Chandigarh
Chandigarh is a very beautiful and less polluted place in India. Chandigarh is the biggest planned city there are so many tourist places and every place is fully planned tourist places like Rock garden and Sukhna lake. Chandigarh's name is received from the name of the temple Chandi Mandir. This city is designed by Swiss-French modernist architect, Le Corbusier.
when I come first time in Chandigarh I really confused about its same-looking different sector but Google Maps helps me so much so this is my advice if you come the first time here or anywhere you can take help from Google Maps. Chandigarh is a very big city there are 56 sectors and every sector have its own park and all park full of green grass and tree. Chandigarh is 276 Km from Delhi you can take the airplane and train from different places. Chandigarh is the capital of two-state Punjab and Haryana and it's border touch with three different city Panchkula, Mohali, and Zirakpur. Chandigarh is one of the smart cities there are also so many big IT companies like Tech Mahindra, Infosys, and netsmartz and so many MNC and local business. There are also very biggest and famous colleges and universities like Chandigarh University, Punjab University and so more.

Traveling places near Chandigarh

Chandigarh is also a good attraction place for people but there are also different places to explore near Chandigarh. such as Morni hills, Tikker taal, kasauli, and solan.

      

          

Karsog valley and its traveling places

Karsog

Karsog is a town of Himachal Pradesh Mandi district, near Shimla at a height of 1,404 metres. It lies in the Pir Panjal Range of the Himalayas. It is situated at a distance of 91Km from Mandi or 107 Km from Shimla, 183 km from Chandigarh and 415 km from Delhi. It is one of 7 subdivisions of Mandi district. The population of karsog is 93,126 and literacy rate of karsog is 90.33 %, Male literacy stands at 94.82 % while the female literacy rate was 85.75 %. karsog is the area there are so many gardens of apples and every year farmer sell millions of apple.

In the Himachal, there are so many places of travelling like Shimla, Kullu and Manali and so on every place famous for its some feature and karsog is famous for its natural lush green beauty and its temples. If you are a nature lover and explore new places, then you must go there. All the temples of karsog are so famous and very old every year thousands of people come here to take a blessing. It is believed that at the time of the Mahabharata Pandavas was come here and build so many temples in this place during their 12-year expatriate.

Karsog Travelling Places

Mamleshwar Mahadev Temple

Mamleshwar Mahadev temple is dedicated to God Shiva and Goddess Parvati. This temple is built by Pandavas in their 12-year expatriate and this temple is over 5000 years old. This temple is located in Mamail, Mamail is a small town of Karsog, this temple only 2 km from  bus stand of karsog. 
There are so many Shivlig in this temple and all these Shivling made by Pandavas there is also a very big drum this drum is 4 to 5 feet in size and It is believed that this drum is  Bhim's drum. And there is also a very big and old 200-gram wheat grain.
Every year thousands of Trouw come here to see this historical temple and its historical things.
In karsog there are also one hotel that's name is The Mamleshwar and this Hotel is the number one hotel in Himachal Pradesh.

Kamaksha Devi Temple

Kamaksha Devi temple is dedicated to Goddess Durga this temple is located in Kao this is a small town of karsog tehsil. This temple is situated on the top of one hill and this temple fully made by wooden. It is believed that devil Manhishasur and Goddess Durga war on this place. Manhishasur was in the form of a buffalo and hence every year on the time of Navratri evening numerous buffaloes sacrifice at this temple. 
This temple is 6 Km from karsog bus stand  and 91Km from Mandi and 96Km from Shimla.

Mahunag Temple 

Mahunag Temple is very Famous and Historical temple in Karsog this temple dedicated to god Shiva. This temple is 32 Km from Karsog bus stand and 84 Km from Shimla. This temple located on the top of the hill and from there we see the very beautiful and awesome view. In the month of May and June every year, people holding the fair.

Best Place in Shimla for traveling

 Shimla
Shimla is the capital of HImachal Pradesh shimla is the most beautiful place in Himachal. Thousands of people come here over around the world to see the Shimla or its beauty. In 1864, Shimla was declared as the summer capital of British India, the city became the capital of Punjab and was later made the capital of Himachal Pradesh. Shimla is home to a number of buildings that are styled in the Tudorbethan and neo-Gothic architecture dating from the colonial era, as well as multiple temples and churches. It is located 113 Km from Chandigarh and 343 Km from Delhi. Shimla is famous for its tourist places “the ridge, Jakhoo hill, Mall road, Kufri, Chail, Naldehra”.  You reach the Shimla by bus , plane or train and also take a helicopter taxi from Chandigarh Mohali.




Famous place of shimla :-

 The Ridge

The ridge is a very famous place in shimla The Ridge road is a large open space, located in the center of Shimla. There are also a christ church built by british. It is situated along the Mall Road, which is the famous shopping Place of  Shimla. You also see very famous place of the   Shimla from  the Ridge like  Jakhoo hill, Lakkar bazaar and Snowdon, Mall. The Ridge road leads to Lakkar Bazaar, a wooden crafts market. You also see a jakhoo temple mountain from The ridge. Underneath the Ridge, large water tanks are placed from which water is supplied to the British era tourist town, this tank stored 1000000 gallons liters  of water, this tank significantly large in size, that's why this tank used for   the main water supply for Shimla. The reservoir is stated to have been constructed in the 1880s, without using any cement and only lime mortar was used.

Mall Road 

Mall road is located near the Ridge mall road is famous for its shops, showroom,  restaurant mall road built by british. You also see  a handicraft products shops, locally designed woolen clothes, branded clothes, wooden products and jewellery. There are also office of municipal corporation, fire service, and police headquarters. On this road vehicles are not allowed even emergency vehicles. This road is only for walking.



Jakhoo hill 

Jakhoo hill is the highest peak in Shimla its height is 200m from Shimla Ridge. This mountain full of trees of Alpine and on the top of the mountain there is the very old colorful temple of Hanuman. A giant 108-feet-high idol of Hanuman was unveiled at Jakhoo Hanuman temple on November 2010 this idol also sees from Ridge. There are so many monkeys around the temple surprisingly do attack people. They, however, look for food from tourists. So be careful from there monkeys. It is believed that at the time of Ramayan hanuman take a rest on this place while searching for the Sanjivni Booti to revive Lakshmana.

Chail

Chail is a very famous hill station in Shimla it is located 44 Km from Shimla. It is known for its wholesome beauty and dense forests. This place was built by the Maharaja of Patiala(“Raja Bhupinder Singh”) and also built a cricket ground and a polo ground on the top of a mountain this is the world's highest cricket ground. This place is a very good place to spend the holidays. There are also a military school, temples, and Maharaja palace maharaja that donated most of his buildings to Chail Military School and Government of India. Chail is mostly famous for Siddha Baba ka Mandir, Kali ka Tibba, Gurudwara Sahib, Chail Sanctuary, Cricket Ground, Maharaja's Palace and Chail Military School.

 Kufri 

Kufri is a very small hill station in Shimla it is located 20Km from the main Shimla. This place is very attractive for tourists in winter on the time of winter this place full of snow because of its proximity to Shimla and relatively higher altitude which makes this place very cold. There is also a zoo where you see bear, monal and so many animals and birds. Kufri is very famous for skiing the slopes, heights, and the snowy carpet best suited for skiing. Kufri is a crowded and popular area as almost everyone visiting Shimla comes here.
 Naldehra     

Naldehra is also a very small hill station in Shimla it is located 22 Km from Shimla. This place was founded by Lord Curzon, the British Viceroy of India. It is a perfect heaven for tourists looking for natural scenic beauty. This is a very peaceful and adventurous environment and a lush green valley. This place fully covered with pine trees, Naldehra is a very famous for its greenery and very old Golf Course. At the time of winter, this place cover with snowfall. You can take a horse ride in this place.

Chadwick falls

Chadwick falls is located 5 Km from the summer hill railway station. There are Glen Forest over around the Chadwick falls. The name Chadwick is derived from 'Chidku Jhaar' where 'Chidku' means sparrow and 'Jhaar' means waterfall. This is the best place for mountain lovers and waterfalls lovers. On the time of monsoons level of water is increased making the place even more beautiful with its sparkling water. The water in Chadwick falls is very cold, chilly, pure and refreshing. Chadwick fall is the best place for Trekking and hiking. The best time to visit the Chadwick Falls is during the months of July to November.

Lakkar Bazaar

Lakkar Bazaar is famous for its wood handcrafted objects. It is located near The Ridge and nearby IGMC(Indira Gandhi Medical College).
In Lakkar bazaar you also see a wooden toy and so many things that are made of wood. Regal Building, comprising a Cinema Hall, Roller Skating Hall, and Meena Bazar is a famous place in Lakkar Bazaar.


Sarahan

Sarahan is a small village in Shimla of Himachal Pradesh. this place famous for  Bhimakali Temple, originally known as Bhimadevi Temple dedicated to the mother goddess Bhimakali.  Sarahan is 42 km from Nahan town of Shimla.  There are good trekking opportunities around this less explored hill station.
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Kullu and Manali valley of Himachal Pradesh

Kullu & Manali

 Kullu Valley is a broad open valley formed by the bank of the Beas River between Manali and Largi situated at an altitude of 1278 meters. Kullu, a popular tourist destination generally coupled with Manali, this is the place of panoramic views and majestic hills covered with Deodar and Pine trees. The word ‘Kullu’ is reason to have been arise from the word ‘Kuluta’ which was found inscribed on a coin from the first century A.D. The first king (Raja) mentioned in the historical record is Virayasa whose name figures on that coin as ‘Virayasa, King of Kuluta’. Kullu valley is sandwiched between the Pir Panjal, Lower Himalayan and Great Himalayan Ranges. Manali to Leh is the world's highest road. The nearest airport (IATA code KUU) is at Bhuntar town, situated on NH21 at the confluence of Parvati and Beas rivers.  Kullu valley is the most beautiful place in Himachal Pradesh and India if you are a nature lover must go there and observed there beauty. Generally travellers cover both Kullu and Manali in one trip.  Kullu valley is the most beautiful place in himachal pradesh and India if you are a nature lover must go there and observed there beauty. Generally travellers cover both Kullu and Manali in one trip. It is situated 266km from Chandigarh and 498km from Delhi. Population in kullu is 18,536 and Literacy rate of Kullu is 79.40%. There are 4 Sub Division {Sub division Kullu,  Sub division Manali, Sub division Banjar, Sub division Anni} and tehsils and sub tehsils is 8 {Kullu, Bhuntar, Manali, Banjar, Anni, Nirmand, Sainj, Nither} and 204 Gram Panchayats.

Famous places in kullu and Manali:-

Bijli Mahadev Temple

Bijli Mahadev is one of the sacred temples of Himachal Pradesh. It is located at an altitude of about 2,460m from Kullu valley.  Across the Beas River, Bijli Mahadev Temple is one of the ancient and sacred temples in India. This temple dedicated to Lord shiva. It is said that the Bijli Mahadev Temple houses a Shiva Linga which was broken into pieces by skying lightning, then after the priest of temple joint back together these pieces by using butter. A scenic view of Kullu and Paravati valleys can be seen from the temple. Over around the area of temple, there is no single tree, it is believed that this place is the body of a big snake. Located 22 km from Kullu across the Beas river.

Jagannathi Devi Temple

This temple is very old in kullu valley this temple built in 1500 years ago jagannathi Devi Temple is dedicated to Goddess Bhuwaneshwari, the sister of Lord Vishnu. This temple also known as Bhekhli mata because this temple located in Bhekhli village. The temple is situated at bhekhli which is 10 km from Kullu Bus stand. In Jagannathi temple the local people and international tourists daily came here. There you see  Wooden Crafted sculptures of Goddess on the Walls and Pahari architecture style. There also a thin cave near the temple.


Rohtang pass

Rohtang pass lies at an altitude 3978 m above sea level located in the pir panjal range.  Located at a distance of just 51 kilometres from the main town of manali  Rohtang Pass can be reached only by road.  Pass is a favourite among the community of film directors. Many blockbusters ranging from 'Jab We Met' to 'Yeh Jawani Hai Deewani' have been shot here. The pass is open from May to November. It is not particularly high or difficult to cross on foot by Himalayan standards. The Rohtang Pass is the same road, which connects to Leh Ladakh  from Manali. It spot more than lakh visitors every year, however, the routes here are completely covered in snow in winter.  Rohtang pass also known as 'home of spirits' due to the number of people who died  there while crossing this difficult mountain range.

Hidimba Devi temple

 Hidimba devi temple is also known as Dhungari Temple. This temple built in 1553 AD by Maharaja Bahadur Singh. Hidimba Devi, who was the wife of Bhima and mother of Ghatothkach. This beautiful shrine is built on a rock which is believed to be in the image of goddess Hidimba herself. The surrounding area of the temple is covered by gorgeous cedar forests. This temple located 2.7km 15-minute route from Manali. According to Hindu mythology, the giant Hadimba meditated in this region as an apology for her sins. The construction style of the Hidimba Devi temple is entirely different from that of any of the other temples with intricately carved wooden doors and a 24 meters tall wooden "Shikhar" or tower above the sanctuary  The tower consists of three square roofs covered with timber tiles and fourth is brass cone-shaped roof at the top. The Hidimba Temple is slowly but steadily attracting tourists from all over the country.

Manikaran

Manikaran is located in the Parvati Valley on river Parvati,  Bhuntar in Kullu. It is at an altitude of 1760 m and is located about 35 km from Kullu.  Manikaran is known as an important pilgrimage destination for both Sikhs and Hindus. It is believed that once Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati once chanced upon this place and Parvati Mata lost her mani in water and Lord Shiva commanded his attendant to find the mani for Parvati when they failed lord shiva was extremely angry. He opened his third eye,Sheshnag, to pacify Lord Shiva. Sheshnag hissed thereby giving rise to a flow of boiling water. The water spread over the entire area resulting in the issue of precious stones of the type Goddess Parvati had lost. That's why the water of manikaran is hot. There are also a hot spring, “Sri guru Nanak dev ji gurudwara” this gurudwara started by Giani Gian shik in twelfth Guru Khalsa and there are also a 1100 years old temple of Lord shiva.

Solang valley

Solang valley also known as Solang Nala  it is a side valley at the top of the Kullu Valley. It is located 14 km from Manali and 52 km from Kullu and average altitude of 2,560 meters above sea level. Solang valley is famous for parachuting, paragliding, skating and zorbing. During winters, Solang valley is covered with snow making skiing is a popular sport here, with training institutes and trainers located in the valley to supervise skiers and train beginners. There are also a Ajani Mata temple half an hour walking distance and horses are also available for reach this temple. Outside of Ajani Mata temple there is one shivling and one natural cold water spring that's spring drop down on shivling. The winter skiing festival is also organized in Solang every year and the activities like Zorbing, Horse riding & Snow MotorBikes riding.