Important information Around Shimla

Tourist Acctration in Around Shimla

• Chail
• The Palace
• Cricket Ground
• Chail Wildlife Sanctuary
• Kufri
• Mashobra
• Naldehra
• Kasauli
• Narkanda
• Tattapani

Chail (43 kms.)

The tiny hill resort amidst verdant   forests was established by Maharaja Bhupinder Singh of Patiala,   after he was banned to enter Shimla by Lord Kitchner in 1891. Chail sprawls over three hills — atop the Rajgarh Hill is the Palace; Old Residency 'Snow View' on the Pandava Hill and Siddh Tibba is known for the temple of Baba Sidhnath.

The Palace: The magnificent green-roofed palace amidst thick deodar trees was built in 1891. It has been converted into a premium Heritage Hotel.

Cricket Ground: It was built atop a hill in 1893 at an elevation of 2444 metres and is the highest cricket and polo ground in the world.

Chail Wildlife Sanctuary : Key fauna - ghoral, barking deer, sambar, red jungle fowl, khalij andcheerpheasants.

Kufri(16kms.) : The tiny picturesque hamlet is very popular among tourists. During winters a large number of winter sports enthusiats flock to this fine skiing resort. There is also a small zoo. The Himalayan Nature Park here provides eco-treks and camping site. Fagu (22 kms.) The scenic site lies on the Hindustan-Tibet Road.

Mashobra (12 kms.) : It is surrounde by thick forests and is known for the Goddess Durga temple.

Naldehra (22 kms.) : Naldehra, the abode of Lord Nal is known for the thick cedar forest and world's highest nine hole par 68 golf course. An ancient Nag temple is also located here.

Tattapani (65 kms.) : This small village 25 kms. from Naldehra is known for hot water springs and temples.

Narkanda (60 kms.) : The charming skiing resort affords breath taking views. The Hatu Peak (8 kms.) and ancient shrine of Hatu Mata are worth visiting for spectacular views.

Kasauli (75 kms.) : Captivating Kasauli, nestled at a height of 1927 metres is noted for its colonial charm, lush tranquil surroundings full of deodar and pine trees, scenic views and cleanliness. It was founded by the British forces in 1841 and developed as a cantonment sanatorium. The Pasture Instituteestablished here in 1900, is the oldest of its kind in the country. Kasauli lies in Solan district and is 12 kms. from Dharampur, located on the Kalka Shimla highway.