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Tourism Hotel Mamleshwar at Chindi (Himachal
Pradesh, India) is a new
Hotel having superb views. The hotel has an excellent location near woods
and orchards and is ideal for leisure and an offbeat stay. The
hotel is a good stopover towards Kullu-Manali or towards Kinnaur via Baina Khud
from Shimla on this alternative route.
Hillsides
covered with thick forests, acres filled with apple orchards, small picturesque
hamlets and remarkable views in all directions combine to make Chindi (1825 m)
and the area around it, one of the most beautiful places in Himachal Pradesh.
The area is still off the beaten track and yet, has good facilities in terms of
roads, small markets and accomodation. Chindi is an excellent off-beat
destination that holds the charms that Himachal is just famous for.
ACCESS:
The closest airport is at Shimla at Jubbar-Hatti, 110 km away. The nearest
narrow gauge railhead is at Shimla, 87 km away. By road Mandi is 100 km, Rampur
via Baina Khud is 92 km, Chandigarh is 204 km and Delhi is 457 km. The road from
Shimla passes through Naldehra, Tattapani, Al Chindi and Churag.
CLIMATE:
In winter, the temperature can drop to below freezing point when heavy woolens
are required and in summers, light woolens / cottons are recommended.
PLACES
OF INTEREST
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The
wide Karsog Valley lies below Chindi and has good excursion spots. Apple
orchards add thir attraction to the area and Chindi is surrounded by them.
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The
area has several temples that display a high level of traditional
craftmanship. Some of the important temples are - Mamleshwara Mahadev,
Kamakshya Mata, Mahunag, Ardhnarishwara, Aledi Mahadev, Palinag at Nalagali,
the sacred Bhima Rock, Churag temple, Nag Dhamooni at Sairi Bangla, temple
at Chatri and the temple of Nag Dhamooni at Saranda.
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The
hike to Shikari Devi (3359 m) is possible from Chindi. The views from Kunhoo
Dhar (23 Km) are spectacular.
Sarahan is visited as a part of
Adventure Itinerary of Himachal Pradesh
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