India /Himachal Pradesh /Sirmaur /Nahan
Nahan is a small town right in the middle of lush green mountains of Himachal Pradesh. The amazing beauty of Nahan conquers the hearts the very moment one steps into its realm. Verdant green woodlands, towering mountain ranges, perfectly carved river valleys and forceful blessings of mother nature at every step make Nahan a must visit for any nature and adventure lover. The town is situated right atop the stunning Shiwalik Hills. Founded by the King Karan Prakash in 1621 the palace was named so after an incident in which it is believed that the king, trying to hunt a lion was stopped from doing so by a saint Baba Banwari Das, who said ‘Nahar (Don’t kill)’. Various festivals and a plethora of temples attract local populace from across the state to Nahan and it is an experience to be amongst these simpletons and enjoy their simple and uncomplicated lifestyle. The local markets and handicraft artisans are ever ready to dish out the best of souvenirs, Woolens items and Himachal caps for tourists.
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Category : Hill Station
Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours
Pincode: 173001
STD Code: 1702
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Best Time to Visit: Throughout the year
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Nahan is a town in Himachal Pradesh in India and is the Sirmaur District.The vrious tourist attractions in Nahan are Rani Tal, Suketi Fossil Park, Trilokpur Temple, Dhaula Kuan and Giri Nagar.The place continued to flourish under the king and thereafter was often viewed as a compulsory pilgrimage by many due to variety of temples in the town. Perched at an altitude of 950m, Nahan presents an all weather option of visit and enjoyment because of it being closer to the plains than the higher peaks. Apart from a host of beautiful picnic and nature lover spots and attraction Nahan town and its picturesque surroundings are sure to mesmerize any human being with its uncharted forest routes and soothing greenery.
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By Air : Nearest airports are Dehradun and Chandigarh. Chandigarh, which is about 100 km away from the city center, is well connected by air to Amritsar, Leh and Delhi. Dehradun is 65 km away from Nahan. From Delhi, one can reach anywhere in India and abroad. Taxis are available from the Chandigarh to Nahan and costs about Rs 2000.
By Train : Nearest railway station is Ambala, which is at a distance of 100 km from Nahan. Ambala is well connected to all major cities in India. There are regular train services from Delhi to Ambala. Taxis are available from railway station to Nahan and costs about Rs 2000.
By Bus : There are different kinds of bus services are available connecting Nahan with other cities, including Chandigarh. State owned buses are cheap and private deluxe buses charge generally Rs 4 per km.
By Taxi : Taxis in Nahan can either be taken up for a solo ride, for rates ranging around Rs 15 per kilometer, or they can be shared for rates of Rs 15 per head. Traveling through shared taxis is a popular option too.
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Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200
Regency Hotel ; Ramkundi, Nahan, Himachal Pradesh 173001 ; Ph – 094 18 048999 ; Facilities – 24hours room service, laundry, parking facility, TV, Doctor-on-call, telephone, travel desk, 24hours H/C running Water.
Deluxe – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200
Renuka Hotel ; Kumarhatti – Sarahan – Nahan Rd, Ramkundi, Nahan, Himachal Pradesh 173001 ; Ph – N.A ; Facilities – 24hours room service, laundry, parking facility, TV, Doctor-on-call, telephone, travel desk, 24hours H/C running Water.
Luxury – Rs. 2501 and above
Hill View Hotel ; Opposite Bus Stand, Ramkundi, Nahan, Himachal Pradesh 173001
; Ph – 098 16 537368 ; Facilities – 24hours room service, laundry, parking facility, TV, Doctor-on-call, telephone, travel desk, 24hours H/C running Water.
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- Police : 100
- Fire Brigade : 101
- Ambulance : 102
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