Weekend Gateways from Chandigarh

Tired of busy city life in Chandigarh? Want to take a break from monotony of routine life. What are you waiting for? Pack your bags, rush to the amazing destinations & explore beautiful landscape and picturesque views of the mesmerising surroundings. Here we recommend you few places ideal for a short weekend gateway.

1.Lansdowne

Located at an altitude of 1,706 meters above sea level surrounded with thick oak and blue pine forests, Lansdowne is a unique remote yet well-connected hill station in the north Indian state of Uttarakhand. Close to colonial-era, the place is full of peaceful, scenic beauty and the spectacular views of Himalayan ranges are amazing. Sightseeing Places include BHulla Lake, Tip N Top hill, St. John’s Church, Jungle Safari, Darwan Singh Regimental Museum

Distance from Chandigarh: 308 km

Best time to visit:  March to June. Monsoon is not safer as it rains heavily during that time. 

2. Manali

Nestled in the mountains of Himachal Pradesh, Manali is a paradise for trekkers, backpackers, adventure junkies & honeymoon couples. Manali is also a jumping-off point for paragliding, rafting and mountaineering in the Pir Panjal mountains, home to 4,000m-high Rohtang Pass. Located about 270 km north of Shimla, this picturesque hill resort is covered with snow-capped mountains, meandering rivers, quaint hamlets and a tranquil pace of life. Some notable sightseeing places include Solang Valley, Jogini Falls, Rohtang Pass, Hadimba Temple, Vashist Hot Water Springs.

Distance from Chandigarh:  290 km

Best time to visit: October to February. If you like cold, visit in January to enjoy the pleasure of fresh snowfall

3. Kasauli

Kasauli is a cantonment hill town located in the Solan district of upper Himachal Pradesh. Established by Britishers as a Colonial hill station, Kasauli is famous for dense pine forests, colonial houses, coffee shops, serene churches & quaint cottages. The best time to visit the town is from April to June and then again from September to November. Kasauli enjoys a moderate climate almost throughout the year. You may visit Monkey Point, Christ Church, Kasauli distillery & Baba Balak Nath Temple in the surroundings to experience the legacy of its natural attractions.

Distance from Chandigarh: 58 km

Best time to visit: April to June and September to November

4. Manikaran

Located at an altitude of 1760 m above sea level, Manikaran the pilgrimage centre is 4 km ahead of Kasol and about 35 km from Kullu. The area is well known for its hot springs and its beautiful landscape. The place is surrounded by temples of Lord Rama, Lord Vishnu & Lord Krishna. Not only that, but there is also a Gurudwara Sahib Manikarna. You may also visit Kheerganga, a popular trekking spot to enjoy panoramic views of Parvati valley., Harinder Mountain which provides a spectacular view of the town.

Distance from Chandigarh: 274 km

Best time to visit: April to June

5. Narkanda

Situated at an altitude of 2,708 meters above sea level on Indian-Tibet Road in Himachal Pradesh, Narakanda is a small town covered with beautiful pine and deodar trees. With the majestic Himalayas at the backdrop, Narakanda is known for its scenic beauty, ancient temples, apple orchards and skiing opportunities. The Tannu Jabar Lake is also an important tourist attraction in Narkanda.

Distance from Chandigarh: 173 km

Best time to visit: April to June