Naldehra

Naldehra Golf Course is the most popular tourist attraction in Naldehra which was built by Lord Curzon and considered as the oldest nine-hole course in India. The Golf Course is situated around 22 Km from Shimla and is well-groomed with an ample amount of greenery which offers a delight to the eyes of the tourists. The place is perfect for nature lovers and photo fanatics as it is surrounded by numerous Pine trees and a mix of temples and tourists can visit the Golf Course from 8:00 PM to 6:00 PM. The most preferable way to visit the entire golf Course is through horse ride which takes around a thousand rupees for a person and takes 2 hours to complete.

Tattapani: This is a popular tourist attraction located at a distance of 30 Km from Naldehra, famous for its hot water springs. The place is located at a height of 655 meters above the sea level and consists of the sulphurous spring water where tourists take a dip to feel refreshed after a tiring travel. The water spring is said to cure various diseases such as joint pain, skin disease, and fatigue and is situated at the bank of river Sutlej. Apart from the hot water spring, various temples devoted to Lord Shiva can be found in Tattapani which attract thousands of customers every year. 

Kogi Mata temple: It is a small temple dedicated to Kogi Mata and situated in the Kogi village near Naldehra. The houses in the village are made in traditional Himachali style and there is also a chowka (seat of the elders) sculpted from wood and placed near the temple which attracts many tourists. 

Mahunag Temple: This small temple, located in the midst of Naldehra golf course, is dedicated to the snake god. It is believed to be the reason for Naldehra name which translates to abode of the king of the snakes. The temple was built by Raja Ram Sen in 1664 and is also devoted to Lord Karna. Visitors also enjoy the Karsog Valley view along with the northern Himalaya from the temple.

Shaily peak: Located around 23 KM from Naldehra near the Mahakali lake, Shaily peak is one of the most popular tourist attractions which include a steep peak, encircled with rocky trails and forest which makes it a perfect destination for trekkers and adventure seekers. Tourists can also ride horses or rent a motorcycle to reach Shaily peak which offers an enchanting view of Himalaya Hills. 

Naldehra is pleasant to visit during the summer between May to September when the climate is quite moderate. You can also enjoy a bit of rain during that time which makes the visit more memorable. It becomes so cold in winters where the temperature dropped to -4°C, making it difficult to visit all the tourist attractions comfortably.

You can hire a car from Shimla which is at a distance of 22 kms and reach the valley.