Hem Chand’s guidebook
Sightseeing
Bon Monastery – Calm Your Sense & Meditate
Christ Church – Pay A Visit To This Place In Kasauli
Shoolini Mata Temple – Bow Your Heads & Pray
Moksha Himalaya Spa – Relax At Moksh Resort
Dagshai Jail Museum – Dig Into The History
Kalka-Shimla Toy Train – Enjoy A Fun Ride
Gilbert Trail – Explore Natural Beauty At Your Own Pace
Haunted Grave Of Barog – Visit Spine-Chilling Places
Monkey Point – Admire The View From Up-Top
Solan Brewery – Check Out The Whole Process
Majathal Sanctuary – Witness Fauna In Natural Habitat
Kuthar Fort – Gape At The Intricate Designs
Arki Fort– Explore Historical Places
As one climbs unto the top of the Dharon ki Dhar, the ruins of the Jung Bahadur Gurkha Fort loom up at the pinnacle. As one enjoys the beautiful 360 degree panoramic view from atop the crumbling bastions of the fort, one cannot but marvel at the choice of the location for the fort by the Gurkhas.
Dharon Ki Dhar Gorkha Fort
As one climbs unto the top of the Dharon ki Dhar, the ruins of the Jung Bahadur Gurkha Fort loom up at the pinnacle. As one enjoys the beautiful 360 degree panoramic view from atop the crumbling bastions of the fort, one cannot but marvel at the choice of the location for the fort by the Gurkhas.
It is set on a hillside with a view of Himachal valley and the foothills of the Himalayas. The complex includes an expansive garden and park with a large Hindu temple at the top. The temple has two large "Om" symbols in the front, and Surya in a seven-horse chariot on the top. The temple features artwork of Hindu legends from the Vedas, the Ramayana and the Mahabharata. Motifs of Indian culture such as elephant, lion, tiger, peacock and river dolphin statues also dot the heritage park. The site includes life-size statues of famed Vedic rishis along with Hindu mythical figures and deities.
Mohan Park
It is set on a hillside with a view of Himachal valley and the foothills of the Himalayas. The complex includes an expansive garden and park with a large Hindu temple at the top. The temple has two large "Om" symbols in the front, and Surya in a seven-horse chariot on the top. The temple features artwork of Hindu legends from the Vedas, the Ramayana and the Mahabharata. Motifs of Indian culture such as elephant, lion, tiger, peacock and river dolphin statues also dot the heritage park. The site includes life-size statues of famed Vedic rishis along with Hindu mythical figures and deities.
Riva Waterfall
Ashwani Khad waterfalls is a beautiful hidden waterfall near Solan in Himachal Pradesh. Its located in Ashwani Khad which is around 15 km from Solan. It's a refreshing place where you can step into the water and take a bath. Solan district itself is seated at an an average elevation of 1,600 m above sea level.
Ashwani Khad
Ashwani Khad waterfalls is a beautiful hidden waterfall near Solan in Himachal Pradesh. Its located in Ashwani Khad which is around 15 km from Solan. It's a refreshing place where you can step into the water and take a bath. Solan district itself is seated at an an average elevation of 1,600 m above sea level.
Menri Monastery medicine mountain is the name of a Bon monastery in Tibet that has been refounded in India. The name derives from the medicinal plants and medicinal springs on the mountain. Menri became the leading Bon monastery in the Tibetan cultural region. The abbot of Menri is recognized as the spiritual leader of Bon.
The Menri Monastery
Menri Monastery medicine mountain is the name of a Bon monastery in Tibet that has been refounded in India. The name derives from the medicinal plants and medicinal springs on the mountain. Menri became the leading Bon monastery in the Tibetan cultural region. The abbot of Menri is recognized as the spiritual leader of Bon.
The Christ Church Kasauli situated close to the bus stand, was constructed by the the British family who founded the town of Kasauli itself. The church is a magnificent structure built in the shape of a cross. Set amidst a grove of chestnut and fir trees, the church offers quiet and tranquil atmosphere. Earlier the church was known by the name of Anglican Church. In the year 1970, the church was brought under the aegis of the CNI (Churches of North India). It is currently managed by the diocese of Amritsar. The Christ Church is the prime building in the centre of the heritage area of Kasauli town and as one enters the main town, this is the first building which comes to view. This church was previously an Anglican church and was founded in the year 1844,
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Christ Church Kasauli
The Christ Church Kasauli situated close to the bus stand, was constructed by the the British family who founded the town of Kasauli itself. The church is a magnificent structure built in the shape of a cross. Set amidst a grove of chestnut and fir trees, the church offers quiet and tranquil atmosphere. Earlier the church was known by the name of Anglican Church. In the year 1970, the church was brought under the aegis of the CNI (Churches of North India). It is currently managed by the diocese of Amritsar. The Christ Church is the prime building in the centre of the heritage area of Kasauli town and as one enters the main town, this is the first building which comes to view. This church was previously an Anglican church and was founded in the year 1844,
The Shoolini Mata Temple is dedicated to Shoolini Mata-an incarnation of Goddess Durga. The shrine is one of the prime attractions of Solan. It is also believed that the town of Solon was named after Shoolini Mata, who is the presiding deity of the temple. As per legends, the temple was once the abode of Shoolini Mata.
The shrine attracts huge crowd during festival days, especially during the Shoolini fair. The temple looks beautiful in the night when it is completely illuminated and is crowded on holidays and festivals. Other highlights of the fair are activities like dancing, singing and wrestling .The fair attracts traders, sweet sellers, general merchants and shopkeepers from the neighbouring town.
Maa Shoolini Temple
The Shoolini Mata Temple is dedicated to Shoolini Mata-an incarnation of Goddess Durga. The shrine is one of the prime attractions of Solan. It is also believed that the town of Solon was named after Shoolini Mata, who is the presiding deity of the temple. As per legends, the temple was once the abode of Shoolini Mata.
The shrine attracts huge crowd during festival days, especially during the Shoolini fair. The temple looks beautiful in the night when it is completely illuminated and is crowded on holidays and festivals. Other highlights of the fair are activities like dancing, singing and wrestling .The fair attracts traders, sweet sellers, general merchants and shopkeepers from the neighbouring town.
Moksha Himalaya Spa Resort
Cart RoadDagshai jail museum is a former British prison which is now a museum frequented by tourists. Dhagshai is one of the oldest cantonment towns in the Solan district of Himachal Pradesh. Earlier the place was used as a storage yard. After it was cleaned up with the help of the army, a well designed structure emerged. Later, this place was converted into a museum. It is the only museum in India which is the only jail museum in India apart from the Cellular Jail in the Andamans.
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Dagshai Jail Museum
National Highway 22Dagshai jail museum is a former British prison which is now a museum frequented by tourists. Dhagshai is one of the oldest cantonment towns in the Solan district of Himachal Pradesh. Earlier the place was used as a storage yard. After it was cleaned up with the help of the army, a well designed structure emerged. Later, this place was converted into a museum. It is the only museum in India which is the only jail museum in India apart from the Cellular Jail in the Andamans.
When India was under the influence of Britishers, Shimla (earlier called as Simla) was officially declared as the summer capital of the British Empire. During that period, there was no good connectivity to reach Shimla. Whatever route was available, it was risky, dangerous and used to consume a lot of time.
So, to provide an easy and quick access to Shimla, Britishers started the Kalka Shimla narrow-gauge train in November 1903. Lord Curzon enjoyed the first train ride and since then, the train has been running on an everyday basis, except for the maintenance breaks in between.
Kalka-Shimla Toy Train
When India was under the influence of Britishers, Shimla (earlier called as Simla) was officially declared as the summer capital of the British Empire. During that period, there was no good connectivity to reach Shimla. Whatever route was available, it was risky, dangerous and used to consume a lot of time.
So, to provide an easy and quick access to Shimla, Britishers started the Kalka Shimla narrow-gauge train in November 1903. Lord Curzon enjoyed the first train ride and since then, the train has been running on an everyday basis, except for the maintenance breaks in between.
Gilbert Trail
Gilbert TrailNeighbourhoods
Monkey Point
Monkey Point – Admire The View From Up-Top