CHAIL HILL STATION

Chail hill station once arrived here, it is not easy to forget alleged love story between the Maharaja of Patiyala or the green signboard informing about the highest cricket ground of the world at 7500 ft or stay in honeymoon suite of crystal shape perched on a hill and numerous different. These are just few of the many images tourists come across here.

Celebrated for its virgin beauty, Chail in Himachal Pradesh is located near Satluj Valley and surrounded by the high peaks. This natural haven became a summer haunt for people from royal families a long time back. And it still serves as a great place to escape tropical heat without having to spend big bucks.

Speck of pollution and urbanization nowhere disturbs the harmony of humanity and Nature; this feeling never fails to dawn during Chail tourism. The location of this village which is spread in 72 acre was escape-perfect with three adjacent hills- Rajgarh Hills, Pandava Hill and Sabba Tibba.

Raja Bhupinder Singh decided to make Chail his summer capital in riposte to the exile imposed on him for courting his daughter by Lord Kitchener to not to enter in Shimla, Summer Capital of British Raj. When Chail finally merged with the Indian Union after dependence, most of the royal buildings were donated to the Government. Tourists can enjoy year round, spending their holidays in Chail.

Top Tourist Attractions in Chail

The place becomes a living memory in the mind; tinkling and clanging bells of temples, shining centre canopy where Guru Granth Sahib is kept, rendezvous with wild side of Chail- everything will keep coming back. Here are some of the prime tourism magnets of Chail.

Siddha Baba ka Mandir

A pious place that came on the map of Chail with the inspiration of a saint in dream of Maharaja of Patiyala, it is popular for picnic and enjoying Nature, side by side...Read More

Kali ka Tibba

Dedicated to the fierce Goddess Kali, the temple is visited by thousands of tourists and devotees, also providing views of Choor Chandani Peak and Shivalik Range...Read More

Gurudwara Sahib

On Pandhawa Hillock, the shrine dedicated to the Sikh faith is a peaceful place to be, in the lap of Nature, standing as it is since 1907...Read More

Chail Sanctuary

One can easily imagine the wild population in the undisturbed landscape, of plants and animals alike. The sanctuary gives a glimpse of that life. The animal and birds to be confronted in here are sambhar, kakkar, pheasants, fowl and some others among the pine and deodar forests...Read More

Cricket Ground

Being an avid cricketer himself, Maharaja of Patiala left no stone unturned to come up with the cricketing ground that is situated at more than 2000 m height. The ground is also used for Polo matches and also for Football matches occasionally...Read More

Maharaja's Palace

This was the residence of the Maharaja and is till date maintained like that. The site happens to be a major attraction with its antique architectural look coupled with log huts, children's park, lawns, etc. for the visitors on Chail tour.

Chail Military School

As the name suggests, it was training ground for the forces for the protection of King and his estate.

Other Must Vist Places around Chail

Travelling to Chail and not participating in many adventure activities is just not possible. Tourists find it irresistible to try their confidence on themselves where 'adrenaline rush' is concerned. Some of the activities that buzz the nerves are Flying Fox, trekking, rope walk, rappelling, bamboo bridge and tyre bridge adventure, and few more.

Sadhupul

This small village, some 18 Km from Chail before reaching Kangdaghat, is a nice place for nature walk as well as picnic with near and dear ones.

Kufri

One of the most popular hill stations of Himachal Pradesh, Kufri is usually visited separately and tourists to Kufri often seem to be hanging around in Chail as extension to their trip. However, a vice-versa is a good option as well. Mahasu Peak and Nature Park are must-see here...Read More

Shimla

The capital of Himachal Pradesh is also under 50 Km mark from this hill station. Reasons to extend the trip to this former summer capital of British are pretty obvious...Read More

Chail Hotels Information

Fresh mountain air gives a chance to be cozy, more when the accommodation is cozier with fire mantle, library and a comfortable bed to which couples and family retire after the day. Chail is a nice small place flush with numerous lodging options for those who want to stay like Maharaja of Patiala did, years back. The Maharaja Palace is now a luxury hotel to experience bygone royal era, even if meant for only few days. Others on the list are Hotel Grand Sunset, Rashi resorts, Zurich Resort, Hotel Chail Inn, Fernhill Resort, Chail Vilas, etc. Most of these Chail hotels are within 15 Km range with Chail as the centre.

Best Time to Visit Chail

As per individual likings of the tourists and the time of year one is most comfortable with, Chail can transform the meaning of vacationing from good to best. October to March and April to September are considered best. Snowing season is generally avoided due to the hindrance in normal life in the village and around. Taking Chail holiday packages can prove convenient in the peak time of tourism in the village.

How to Reach Chail?

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BY AIR

Nearest airport is Jubbarhatti in Shimla from where one can take taxi or bus to come down to this hidden Himalayan gem 63 Km away.

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BY RAIL

Kalka is the nearest railway station, from where Chail is only 86 Km. With regular trains, Toy Train is also an option to come to this village, more to the likings of children but even adults are found to be enjoying the experience.

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BY ROAD

Kalka, Chandigarh, Shimla, Delhi, etc are some of the places from where reaching Chail is like cherishing Nature's blessing in the form of great scenic views.

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