Nahan, Himachal Pradesh

A laid-back attitude and a clean and dust-free atmosphere are the prime features of the Nahan town in the state of Himachal Pradesh. Perched on a hill top in the Shivalik Himalayas, the town is steeped in religion and mythology, particularly associated with saints and princes. Raja Karan Prakash founded and chose Nahan as his capital back in 1621. The hill town in Himachal Pradesh lies at an altitude of 932 m and is fed by a man-made lake. Anytime is a good time to visit Nahan in Himachal, as the town has a pleasant climate and invites visitors throughout the year. For people from Delhi and surrounding areas, Nahan can be a good option for a weekend getaway.

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The picturesque hill town of Nahan is just at a 5 hours drive from India's capital Delhi.

Famous Temples in Nahan
The glorious past of Nahan comes alive even today as you take a stroll through Villa Round, Military Round and Hospital Round. Temples in Nahan are a major attraction for tourists. Famous temples in the town include Kalisthan Temple, Jagannath Temple, Sanatan Dharm Temple, Rani Tal Shiv Temple, Shri Krishna Temple, Miyan Mandir, Lakshmi Narayan Temple, Shudh Dhar Shiv Temple, Nainidhar Shiv Temple, Bhagnari Shiv Temple etc.

Places to see around Nahan
The surrounding areas of Nahan town make up for a wonderful sightseeing tour. While you visit the tiny hill station in Himachal Pradesh, do remember to visit the following places.

Suketi Fossil Park (21 km) – features lifesize fibre reinforced models of prehistoric animals
Trilokpur Temple (23 km) – A famous Hindu temple, dedicated to goddess Mahamaya Bala Sundari
Dhaula Kuan (20 km) – known for a sprawling orchard and fruit canning factory
Giri Nagar (7 km from Dhaula Kuan) – visited for a powerhouse of 60 MW capacity

Reaching Nahan (Himachal Pradesh)
Chandigarh is the closest airport from the town while Ambala is the nearest railway station. By road, Nahan can be easily reached from places like Chandigarh, Haryana and Shimla, Dehradun and Delhi. Buses ply to Nahan on a regular basis from all these places.