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Nestling between the Karol Mountains, Solan lies on the highway between Kalka and Shimla. Famous for it's scenic beauty and the annual festival 'Shulini', Solan is just 52 Kms from Shimla. Buses and taxies ply regularly between Shimla and Solan.

How To Reach:

Buses and taxies are easily available to reach Solan which lies on the way to Shimla from Delhi.

What To See:

Kasauli

Just 25 Kms from Solan lies Kasauli, which is known for its clean atmosphere and is a preferred tourist destination. It appeals to the traveler with its wide expanse of Deodar and pine forests in the summers, and is equally alluring with its snow-covered grounds in winters. Kasauli has the highest T.V. Tower in the country. It offers a beautiful view of Chandigarh at night.

Dugshai

Chiefly famous for its historic jail, Dugshai is just 15 Kms away from Solan. Many Indian freedom fighters and German and Irish rebels were captured and put in this prison, the Daag-e Shahi. Prisoners were marked on the forehead on their release and hence this jail was known as the Daag-e Shahi.

HimachalPradesh, the state with a lot to explore. Lakes, rivers, forests, valleys and towering mountains, all abound here. The state has thoroughly been blessed by nature. And it has all the means to satisfy a tourist's wandering soul. Be it adventure sports, bird watching or just admiring nature's bounty. You'll find it all here in Himachal Pradesh.

Badog

Badog abounds in pine forests and is famous for the longest train tunnel between Kalka and Shimla. It is just 4-Kms from Solan and has a very clean atmosphere.

Karol Cave

This cave is situated on the 7000 feet high Karol Mountains, which is clearly visible from Solan. Just 5 Kms away from the city, this is the oldest and longest cave of the Himalayas.

Young Drung monastery

This is the study centre of the oldest religion of Tibet, the 'Baan'. The monastery is located 15 Kms away from Solan and is a favourite spot for international tourists.

The other places worth visiting are Nauni, famous for its Parmar University and the Gorkha fort, which is 3 centuries old. Both the places are just within 12 Kms of Solan.

August 2009

Travelogue - Delhi - Manali - Road trip & Road map.

A long weekend and it was time for a hillstation tour as the heat and humidity in Delhi was unbearable this August 2009. As to all hillstations nearby were ventured many a time we had to check out a new place, yes this time it was Manali. Club Mahindra gave us the facility for a 3 day halt at Club Mahindra Snow Peaks with the necessary guidance.