Naldehra, Shimla Overview

Naldehra is a small enchanting hill station in Himachal Pradesh, located just around 22 km from Shimla. It is perfect for tourists looking for natural scenic beauty and an offbeat location. Naldehra is famous for its greenery, golf course and plain view of the mountains filled with pine, cedar and deodar trees. With a backdrop of the mountains and the Sutlej River flowing through, Naldehra is breathtaking.

Naldehra did not come to notice until the start of the 21st century when Lord Curzon, the British Viceroy of India, discovered the place and was completely mesmerized by its natural beauty. Tourists can enjoy a wonderful afternoon in the lush green valley or take a horse ride to the Naldehra golf course, India's most famous golf course. Naldehra is a must-visit place for tourists visiting Shimla.

Must Know Before You Visit Naldehra

Tips :

If visiting Naldehra in June, do witness the Sipi Fair. It is a local festival of matchmaking. There are also stalls set up selling local handicrafts and woollens.
Try the local staple food of rajma, dal and roti

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Best Time to Visit Naldehra

Naldehra is pleasant to visit during the summer between May to September when the climate is quite moderate. You can also enjoy a bit of rain during that time which makes the visit more memorable. Naldehra is pretty cold in winter. The temperature drops to -4°C, making it difficult to visit all the tourist attractions comfortably.

How To Reach Naldehra

Air: The nearest airport to Naldehra is the Jubbarhatti Airport in Shimla. Shared and private taxis are easily available from the airport to Naldehra.
Rail: The nearest railway station to Naldehra is the Kalka Railway Station in Shimla.
Road: The most convenient way of reaching Naldehra is by road from Delhi, Shimla, Chandigarh and other nearby towns. Government and private buses are easily available. Alternatively, opt for shared or private taxis.
If travelling from Delhi, take the NH1 to Ambala via Karnal. Proceed towards NH22 to Shimla. From Dhalli, turn left for Naldehra.