Hotels In Chail Himachal Pradesh India
The drive to Chail is scenic, winding around the gorgeous valleys of Kandaghat
, past forests thick with foliage and fruit laden orchards. Along the entire journey, you are aware that Chail stands apart from other Himachal hill stations in its majesty and location. When you finally reach Chail, you are rewarded with a spectacular view of the Himalayas. The twinkling lights of Shimla and Kasauli are clearly visible and Chail overlooks the Satluj Valley.
The highest cricket ground in the world is here in Chail. It was built in 1893 by leveling an entire hill and is perched at a height of 2,144m. To date cricket ground is well maintained and is surrounded by towering deodar trees. Alert! While in Chail, just watch out for the monkeys who are not averse to snatching and being aggressive.
The flamboyant Maharaja Bhupinder Singh of Patiala built Chail as his ''summer capital'' when he was banned from Shimla after a clash with the British in 1891. Never one to be left behind, the Maharaja conjured up his very own Xanadu, the Chail Palace, a magnificent mansion in surroundings that
overshadowed any resort the British commanded. Chail is built on three hills - the palace on Rajgarh Hill, the British Residency on Pandhewa Hill and Sadh Tiba is the third hill. Sadh Tiba was originally the site of the palace but the Maharaja halted construction there and built a temple, Sidh Baba ka Mandir, following a dream. Today the Chail Palace is a luxury hotel that seems to hang from the clouds, perched on the hilltop and surrounded by pine and deodar forests.
How to get there by Air
The closest airport is at Chandigarh, 112 kms away. From Chandigarh one can get a taxi or bus to Chail.
How to get there by Rail
The nearest railhead is Kalka and the best train from Delhi would be the Howrah-Delhi-Kalka Mail. From Kalka Chail is a 2-hour ride by bus or taxi. The toy train from Kalka to Kandaghat takes 5 hours and chugs through picturesque hills and tunnels.
How to get there by Bus
The drive to Chail from Shimla is 43 km via Kufri and 61 km via Kandaghat. Drive to Chail from Delhi on NH1 to Ambala and NH 22 to Kandaghat via Panchkula, Kalka and Dharampur. There are buses and tourist taxis to Chail from Delhi, Chandigarh, Kalka, Shimla and Kandaghat.
Best time to Visit
Chail is beautiful in summer when the days are warm and the nights cool. The best time to come to Chail is from April to early July and again from September to November when the monsoons are done. The winters are cold and see snow.
Hotels in ChailThe brightest star on the Chail horizon is the luxurious Chail Palace Hotel maintained by HPTDC. There are other moderate and budget hotels, motels and tourist lodges as well as deluxe Swiss tents and camps. It''s best to book in advance during peak season.
Emergency Number
Police : 0177-2657430 Hospital: IGMC hospital 0177-2654092 Ambulance: 102, 0177- 2804648 Tourism Office: Shimla The Mall: 0177-2652561 Shimla Railway Reservation: 131, 0177-2652915
Nearby Places
Shimla makes for a good day trip with its many attractions: the Mall, the souvenir shops, and the restaurants - you can escape to Chail when the crowds begin to get to you. Kufri 25 kms away is famed for its ski slopes and the panoramic vistas around. The crisp cool air of
Kufri is rejuvenating and refreshing - so make a day trip. It is well worth it! In summer, horse riding and short treks into the surrounding hills and in winter skiing and tobogganing in the snow are some activities you can undertake. Fagu lies off the beaten track just a few kilometres from Kufri. If you are looking for a peaceful quiet day out, make that trip to Fagu and get close to nature as you possible can with the most breathtaking views of the surrounding kaleidoscope.
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