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Sightseeing Highlights
One of
the prime attractions of the surrounding Barog zone is the Runuka Lake.
This is the largest lake in the Himachal Pradesh and the water embodies the
Goddess Runuka, mother of the highly worshiped Parshaurama.
For a relaxed
afternoon, visit the Rajgarh area, where various orchards make the
perfect canopy for a picnic. This is a zone of natural beauty that includes
such picnicking spots like Nacchna and Habban that are perfect
for fun.
In the
area of Solan, there is the main
attraction of the Shalooni Devi Temple. The Shalooni Devi
Temple is located in the
south zone of Solan, and the temple was built to honour the Goddess Shalooni
Devi. Other
Activities
Visit
the Dyer-Meakin Brewery that is the producer of high quality whisky and some
very tasty lager beer. Hiking up
and picnicking around the 'Choor Chandni' Mountain for an afternoon of earth
touching memories.
Tourist
Information:
HP Tourism Development Corporation
Dhalpur, Kullu -175101
Tel:
(01902) 222349
The long
ago tiny stopover town of Barog
at an altitude of 1680 mt., right off of the Shimla-Kalka Highway has taken many
individuals on their way to other close by destinations for many centuries. But
Barog has now emerged to be a main tourist destination that is truly loved by
tourists coming from all over the world.
For
those that are enthralled by the beauty of nature, Barog is an idyllic
destination that is outlined and wooded with many pine and oak trees.
Barog also has one of the most perfect views of the magnificently astonishing 'Choordhar Peak'. 'Choordhar Peak' is also known as
'Choor Chandni', and the mountain's names translates into the 'Mountain of the
Silver Bangle", all due to the shimmering glow of the moon and the
mountain peak that appears to be as if bangles are being worn around the
mountain peak as seen at night.
The enchanting
scenic look at night comes with the tranquillity of the peaceful yet
captivating view of the sunrise over the trees and mountains.
The Barog
train station that sits upon the Shimla-Kalka travelling line is a historically
classic architectural station that was officially opened as far back as
1903. Along with the picturesque Scottish-style railway station, there is
the longest train tunnel of the Shimla-Kalka route lined 1,143m in length at
the end of the breath taking 'Choor Chandni' mountain.
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