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Everyone is well aware of the heat of Delhi. The weather starts getting very hot from April onwards and it is not everyone's cup of tea to bear the heat of May-June. Due to humidity and scorching heat, even the house becomes like a heater and it becomes difficult to go out. That is why the crowd of tourists increases in the hilly areas during the summer season. Everyone knows about Shimla-Manali, but there are some hidden places whose beauty is amazing and here you will feel a lot of peace and tranquility. Nahan is one such place. Know how to reach here and what are the places to visit.

The distance from Delhi to Nahan via NH-44 is approximately 249 or 250 kilometers. If you go by your vehicle, it will take you approximately five and a quarter hours. If you go by transport, it will take you approximately 6 hours including train, bus and even local taxi. So let us now know which places you can explore here.

Where is Nahan Hill Station?

Nahan Hill Station is a part of Himachal Pradesh which falls in Sirmaur district. This is a very peaceful and beautiful hilly place situated in the lap of Shivalik Hills, which is not only known for its lush green hills and valleys, but is also called the 'city of ponds'. Its distance from Chandigarh is about 90 km, so you can explore this place in 1 to 2 days leave including weekend.

Renuka Lake is very special

If you come to Nahan then you must explore Renuka Lake, it is the largest natural lake of Himachal state. The most special thing is that its shape is like that of a sleeping woman. This place also holds religious importance and the peaceful environment and natural beauty here is also amazing. You can also enjoy boating here. Apart from this, Renuka ji temple is also built nearby and there is also a mini zoo. The view of this lake surrounded by dense forests all around is spectacular.

Badolia Waterfall

After or before exploring Renuka Lake, you can see Baroliya Water Fall which is situated on Nahal-Renuka Ji road. This natural waterfall looks very beautiful and during July-August the view here is difficult to describe in words.
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Suketi Fossil Park

You must also explore Suketi Fossil Park of Nahan. This is the first and largest fossil park of its kind in Asia. Actually, this place is known for the exhibition of fossils of extinct mammalian animals about 2.5 million years old and their life-size fiberglass models. There is also a museum inside the park. Markanda river also flows here.

Maa Shri Tripura Bala Sundari Temple

If you want to add spirituality along with natural beauty to your trip, then you must visit Mahamaya Maa Shri Tripura Bala Sundari Temple, Trilokpur, located near Nahan. This temple is a great example of Indo-Persian architecture. It is believed that Mother Bhagwati had appeared here in the form of a body. This is a Siddha Peeth, which is also considered to be the childhood place of Maa Vaishno.

Jagannath Temple

You can also visit Jagannath Temple in Nahan. This is a very ancient temple whose history is also quite rich. It is believed that it was built by Raja Mahi Prakash between 1671-1681. This temple made of wooden carvings looks similar to Jagannath Puri. The beauty of nature here is unique in the morning and evening.