A Passage Through Naldehra
Best places to visit in Naldehra, sightseeing & tourist attractions in Naldehra
The mountains that circle Naldehra, an hour’s drive from Shimla, strike impressive poses. The landscape has an almost pre-historic air – purple hilltops, green slopes, and lonely temples snuggling in green hollows and on craggy cliffs. Here at a height of 6,500 ft, you have the magnificent scenery all to yourself especially as you gaze out at the spread of cedar trees – deep and mysterious. And if you are seeking peace and solitude, this is the ideal place for doing nothing.
Map of Naldehra
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Natural Beauty: In fact, Naldera is the kind of place where you can be both active and relaxed. Explore the idyllic little village nearby which seems to be caught in a time warp and is replete with rural cameos. Or tramp down spaghetti-like trails into forests buzzing with life. Here rainbow coloured birds chirp in boughs of trees as a soft breeze ruffles pines that have stood tall for centuries. Use Naldehra as a base and visit the neighbouring hill stations of Kuffi and Mashobra.
Then drive down towards Chindi valley, an unexploited part of Himachal Pradesh where the landscape erupts with wild beauty. The road coils past Tattapani, where the young and the restless go river rafting; the quaint powerhouse of Chaba which still supplies power to Shimla and a riverfront Hanuman temple shrouded in an ineffable sense of peace.
Here one is confronted in turn by deep gorges and enormous cliff faces. Occasionally the landscape softens and a scattering of slate-roofed homes and terraced fields indicate that man has tamed the terrain to meet his needs. The amphitheatre of surrounding mountains and valleys makes one feel like trespassers who do not belong here for it is nature’s domain, still largely untouched by man.
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Mahunag Temple: After you have had your fill of the great expanse of mountains and sky, drive on to Mahunag temple, the only one to be dedicated to Karn of Mahabharat fame. The temple which is perched precariously on a hill has that aura of peace that one associates with temples in the hills. The centuries became confused in this hallowed spot where the legendary past seemed more real than the present.
Golf Course: No visit to Naldehra is complete without dropping in at its famous golf course. It does not matter if you have not held a golf club before, the local pro will be more than happy to teach you the basics of the game: the fingers interlocking grip, the proper stance, the swing, the function of the different clubs… Indeed, this is the second oldest golf course in India (the oldest is in Kolkata) and was built by Lord Curzon (appointed Viceroy of India in 1899) who loved the place so much that he had named his third and youngest daughter Alexandra Naldehra!
Travel to Naldehra: Tour package of Naldehra sightseeing spots
Local languages: Hindi and English
Best time to visit: March to October
How to reach Chail:
By Air:
The closest airport is at Shimla (22 km). Delhi (100 km) however is far more convenient as it has more flights.
Click here for more information about flights to Shimla/ New Delhi.
By Rail: One can also take a train to Kalka (100 km from Naldehra). From here ride the toy train up to Shimla which takes six hours.
By Road:
Naldehra is accessible by road from Shimla (22km).Regular buses leave for Shimla from Chandigarh and Delhi. You can also hire a care to Naldehra
Excursions from Naldehra: Sightseeing & Tourist Attractions in Naldehra
Shimla: A living museum to the Raj, Shimla slowly reveals facets of her timeless beauty and ageless soul. The state capital of Himachal Pradesh is densely built up on steep slopes. It is only after one spends some time in these vertiginous heights amid mountain peaks that melt into the horizon that one starts to plug into its many charms
Kausauli: Another beautiful hill station which has not been spoilt by mass tourism. The hill station houses the Kasauli Brewery- the highest brewery and distillery in the world. Situated on an altitude of 1800 meters, the place has still not lost it age-old golden charms.
Kufri :Is one of the most serene and tranquil locations. The place is an attraction for hikers, skiers, trekkers and adventure-seeking travellers. The tiny hill station’s snow-covered slopes attract thousands of tourists every year.
Hotels and Resorts in Naldehra
While there are a few hotels in Naldehra, The Chalets is definitely top of the heap. One may also look at the option of staying in Shimla which has a whole range of accommodation from budget to star category hotels.
Naldehra Travel Packages: Tour package of Naldehra sightseeing spots
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Flights to Naldehra (Link on flights to Naldehra page)
The closest airport is at Shimla (22 km). Delhi (100 km) however is far more convenient as it has more flights.
Click here for more information about flights to Shimla/ New Delhi.
Trains to Naldehra : One can also take a train to Kalka (100 km from Naldehra). From here ride the toy train up to Shimla which takes six hours.
Buses to Naldehra : Naldehra is accessible by road from Shimla (22km).Regular buses leave for Shimla from Chandigarh and Delhi.
Car Hire in Naldehra: To experience Naldehra at your own pace you can take a care hire. Hire a cab and get enchanted by the captivating locations of Naldehra. You can also hire a cab for excursions from Naldehra
