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High Season : Apr-June

20 - 30℃

Low Season : Oct-Mar

18 - 8℃

Nearest Airport -IXC

Chandigarh

Nearest Train Stations -KLK

Kalka

History

Solan`s history is entwined with that of the erstwhile princely state of Baghat. Solan was the capital of the erstwhile princely state, Baghat. The British turned it into a cantonment zone in the 19th century. This district came into existence on 1 September 1972. The city got its name from Goddess Shoolini who is supposed to have saved Solan from being destroyed. Every year in June, a fair venerating the goddess is held, featuring a 3-day Mela at the central Thodo ground

Facts & Culture

Solan is situated midway between Kalka and Shimla. Solan district is covered by catchment areas of three important rivers, namely Satluj, Yamuna, and Ghagar. Being very near to Shimla, Solan is a popular tourist destination among tourists. Solan offers unparallel natural beauty lined with mountains, streams, and greenery everywhere. Solan has a number of trekking options for adventure lovers The church in Solan cantonment is a heritage building with wood and stone carvings. The marvelous temple of Shoolini Devi is principally reckoned for Solan culture Shoolini Mela. There is the famous `Mohan Meakin`s Brewery` in Solan. Tourism in Solan offers breathtaking mountains, the highest cricket ground in the world, and tourism for all seasons. Tourism in Solan is recommended for honeymoon, summer holidays, and winter sports activities. Solan has a number of beautiful places which fall in the snow line and therefore receive heavy snowfall during the winter season i.e. Kasauli and Chail. The weather of these areas is soul-refreshing and ideal for honeymoon, summer holidays, and winter sports activities.