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.

Beautiful place of Himachal Kinnaur

Kinnaur

Kinnaur is one of twelve districts Kinnaur is a land of god there local people believed in their local god. Kinnaur is a treasure of beauty there big mountains full of snow. Kinnaur is also known for its serenity and beauty. It is located 235km from Shimla and 370km from Chandigarh.

Kinnaur is 2,320 to 6,816 meters from sea level Kinnaur is one of the smallest districts in India by population. Kinnaur is famous for the Kinner Kailash, a mountain sacred to Hindus. It has three high mountain ranges, namely, Zanskar and Himalayas that enclosed valleys of Sutlej, Spiti, Baspa and their tributaries. The population of Kinnaur is 84,298 and  Literacy rate of Kinnaur is 80:00 %. There are six tehsils namely Kalpa, Pooh, Sangla, Moorang, Hangrang,  Nichar. Kailash is a religious place for Hindus because of the huge "SHIVA LINGAM", which is a 79 feet vertical rock formation that looks like a Shivlinga. There are also few old Buddhist monasteries in the locality and these monasteries created and are revered by Buddhists. Kinnaur is also famous for its apples, Chilgoza, handlooms and handicrafts materials and also for its dangerous road and Beautiful mountains.

  

Famous places in kinnaur

  Nako

Nako is located 3363m above sea level and 3 kms above the Hangrang valley and 119 m from Kalpa. Nako is a picturesque village that is full of eye capturing surroundings and is the most significant village situated in the Kinnaur. In nako village there are also one very wonderful lake that’s name is nako lake, it formspart of the boundary of Nako village and seems that the village is half buried in the lake's border and the lake is surrounded by willow and poplar trees. Near lake there are 4 Buddhist temples and monasteries these temples is small but significant Buddhist temples. Near the lake, one can also find the footprints of the saint Padmasambhava, who is believed to have meditated at the spot for many years. And if you are Foreign person and you want to stay here overnight then you also need permissions to stay overnight. In this place  the visitors feel as if they have been transported to some other world altogether, and thus, the Nako Village is a must visit on your next visit to Himachal Pradesh.

Kalpa

Kalpa is a small town in the Sutlej river valley, above Reckong Peo, Kalpa  is a place to remember and cherish. Kalpa is located at an altitude of 2759 m from the sea level.  Kinnauri people and known for its apple orchards. Apples are a major cash-crop for the region. It is 14 kms. from District Headquarter Reckong Peo and 260kms from Shimla. There are few Buddhist Monasteries in Kalpa such as Gompa and Hu-Bu-Lan-car which are among the top tourist spots in the  village and the suicide point also very famous in Kalpa. Kalpa is hub of Buddhist Culture in kinnaur. there are  many mountains with snow over around the kalpa. Kalpa is a  very popular town with a history of ancient temples. kalpa is bordered with the chilgoza forests.

  

Sangla

Sangla is  a crowded place or village , situated on the right bank of the Baspa river. Sangla Valley is surrounded by evergreen forests and  mountain slopes. starting point of Sangla Valley or the Baspa Valley is Karcham and ends point is Chitkul. Sangla is the  most popular place for  trekking trails. The valley is different  from others by its red apples orchard and luscious cherry trees. there are so many temples, meandering and gurgling, and apple orchards  making it  an amazing holiday destination.  Baspa valley is one of the most prettiest valleys from other valleys  due to its flat terrain and green vegetation.

 Reckong Peo

Reckong Peo is headquarter of Kinnaur and lies in the middle of the Himalayas Reckong Peo also known as Peo. Reckong Peo was build on 1st May 1960 and was known as Kinnaura earlier. Reckong Peo is situated at an altitude of 2670 m from the sea level and 235 km from shimla .There are you also see the panoramic  view of Kinner Kailash. Reckong Peo is only one place in kinnaur there you see many stores and numerous facilities including medicines, electronic accessories and other general stores.

 Kinner kailash

Kinner kaliash is also known as kinnaur Kailash it is the place of Lord Shiva it is located at an altitude of 6500 meters above the sea level. This place considered sacred by both Hindu and Buddhist Kinnauris. The alluring landscapes of this place make it the most popular tourist spot in kinnaur.

Lahaul and Spiti of Himachal Pradesh

Lahaul and Spiti

Lahaul and Spiti both are very cold areas in Himachal Pradesh.Lahaul and Spiti are two different places this is only one district of Himachal Pradesh that consists with two different  places Lahaul and Spiti.The district was built in 1960, and is the fourth least populous district in Himachal Pradesh. There are 3 tehsils namely Lahaul, Spiti, Udaipur.  In Lahaul and Spiti is perfect combination of Hinduism and Buddhism. This district is connected with two different places Manali and Rohtang Pass. Here you can see snow all year and some peaks never let it go, no matter what season it is. Colorful Buddhist flags can be seen fluttering in the breeze, indicating the culture of the land. Lahaul and Spiti is the most beautiful place in Himachal, thousands of people come here from all over the world to see its beauty. Lahaul and Spiti are perfect locations for nature lovers and trekkers. Spiti is famous for its Tabo Monastery and this Monastery has been acknowledged as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Best time to visit in Lahaul and Spiti is start from March to October

    Famous places in Lahaul and Spiti

 Chandratal Lake

Chandratal Lake is  one of the most beautiful lakes in India that's located at an altitude of about 4300 m in lies between a ridge and the main Kunzum range. The Chandratal lake is situated on the top of Samudra Tapu plateau  Some people also call it “The Moon Lake”and is also one of the sources of the violent Chandra River. The distance of Chandratal lake from Manali is  125 km. some time It becomes difficult to breathe because level of oxygen drop down take a deep and long breath Which leads to complete lack of oxygen in your body.

Kunzum Pass

Kunzum pass is one of the most famous and highest pass in Himachal Pradesh located at an altitude of 4,551m above sea level. This pass connects Lahaul and  Spiti valley with  Kullu valley. Distance of kunzum pass from Manali 122km and from chandertal lake 15km. There is also a temple of kunzum devi, it is believed that she keeps a look over the pass and protects it from the evil powers.

                                                            

Tabo Monastery

Tabo Monastery   was established in 996 CE.  Tabo Monastery is one of the oldest monasteries located in the Tabo Village of Spiti Valley, it is located at a dizzying height of 10,000 feet. Monastery  has been acknowledged as a UNESCO World Heritage Site it is also protected with archeological survey of India. lahaul and spiti is known for its various  glorious traditions and heritage of Buddhism in the form of artistic murals, intricate paintings, elegant stuccos and exquisite frescoes.

Dhankar Monastery

Dhankar Monastery is also known as Dhankar Compa. It is situated at a high  3,894 metres  in the Spiti Valley above Dhankar Village built one thousand years ago. Dhankar was the traditional capital of the Spiti Valley Kingdom during the 17th century. There are also a dhankar lake near  the  Shichilling village. this village below the dhankar monastery where you will find a new monastery which houses about150 monks belonging to the Gelug school of Tibetan Buddhism. 

 Pin Valley National Park

Pin Valley National Park is known as the Cold Desert situated Lahaul and Spiti. National Park in the southwest and Rupi Bhabha sanctuary in the south. With its snow-laden higher mountains and slopes, the Park forms a natural habitat for a number of endangered animals including the snow leopard and Siberia.