Places To Visit In Solan
State rank: 26 out of 35 Places To Visit In Himachal Pradesh
Here are the top 15 tourist attractions to see in Solan:
1. Kasauli
Must Visit
13 kms
from city center
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1 out of 15
Places To Visit in Solan
Less than an hour away from Solan, is the quiet and calm town of Kasauli. With Pine trees and hills all around, Kasauli is the perfect getaway from Solan, with just the right amount of hustle and bustle and down its Mall road.
2. Nalagarh Palace
Must Visit
39 kms
from city center
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2 out of 15
Places To Visit in Solan
Located at the top of a hill, the Nalagarh Palace has well manicured gardens and a panoramic view of the city below. This majestic structure adorns both Mughal and Indian styles of architecture. The palace has undergone some major restoration work and has been converted into a heritage resort.
3. Shoolini Mata Temple
Must Visit
1 kms
from city center
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3 out of 15
Places To Visit in Solan
The Shoolini Temple is dedicated to Goddess Shoolini and is one of the oldest and holiest temples in this region. It also hosts an annual fair in the month of June, each year, celebrated with much grandeur and vibrance.
4. Chail
12 kms
from city center
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4 out of 15
Places To Visit in Solan
This small village in Himachali is situated at a height of 2250 m above sea level and is known as a hiker's paradise. Surrounded by lush greenery and mesmerizing views from such a great height, Chail is bound to give a tourist a memorable travelling experience to a tourist.
Top Hotels in Solan
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Mayur Hotel Bar And Restaurant
Staring from INR 2,000
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Centarosa Resort
Staring from INR 1,500
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Deventure Shimla Hills
Staring from INR 5,618
5. Kuthar Fort
14 kms
from city center
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5 out of 15
Places To Visit in Solan
Claimed to be around 800 years old, this is the oldest historical monument around this region. The fort is spread over a large area and has a number fresh-water springs. Walk around this ancient structure to find a few more monuments such as the Gurkha For and more.
6. Solan Brewery
3 kms
from city center
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6 out of 15
Places To Visit in Solan
One of the oldest breweries in the country, the Solan brewery was started back in 1855 and has now been converted into a distillery. Started by an Englishman, it is now run by Mohan Meaking Ltd. This is located very close to the Solan railway station.
7. Menri Monastery
8 kms
from city center
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7 out of 15
Places To Visit in Solan
One of the oldest monasteries in India, the Menri Monastery is one of the most colorful places in Solan. Visit the monastery to celebrate calmness, spirituality and Buddhism in this commercial town of Solan.
8. Majathal Sanctuary
26 kms
from city center
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8 out of 15
Places To Visit in Solan
Spread across an area of 55,670 sq km this wildlife sanctuary is a forested area and has a wide variety of flora and fauna. A lot of endangered species can be found here, including the Cheer Pheasant.
9. Children's Park
1 kms
from city center
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9 out of 15
Places To Visit in Solan
If you are with kids, visit this park to spend some enjoyable time here The park has animal rides, swings, a cafe and even a musical fountain.
10. Darlaghat
40 kms
from city center
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10 out of 15
Places To Visit in Solan
This is a wildlife sanctuary that houses a number of wildlife species like leopards, Black Bear, Sambars and barking deer. It is located on the Shimla-Bilaspur road which is at a distance of 35 km from Shimla. A number of eco treks are also conducted here by the HPTDC, from time to time.
11. City Shopping
24 kms
from city center
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11 out of 15
Places To Visit in Solan
Solan has countless options for your shopping spree. You find a number of malls and shopping complexes here such as the Anand Cineplex Mall, Platinum Mall, Aesthetics etc, in Solan.
12. Jawahar Park
1 kms
from city center
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12 out of 15
Places To Visit in Solan
Visit this simple yet well maintained park in Solan to spend some relaxed and enjoyable time. The park has some beautiful fountains, rides, as small zoo and a baby train. One may also spot a few rabbits here. It is a perfect place to spend some idle time, especially if you are with kids.
13. Barog
3 kms
from city center
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13 out of 15
Places To Visit in Solan
An ideal tourist destination in Himachal Pradesh is a combination of not just the scenic beauty of the Himalayas that you’d expect from this gorgeous state but also a place that is steeped in pre-colonial history and ancient myth. This would be a place rather like Shimla -- but without the capital c...
15. Sirmour
52 kms
from city center
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15 out of 15
Places To Visit in Solan
If you are tired of the hustle bustle of the city and want to getaway for a few days to relax and live amidst hills and forests, Sirmour is just the place for you. Located in the state of Himachal Pradesh, Sirmour is a calm and tranquil district where still more than 90% people live in villages. The...