Sarahan, a small hill station of Shimla in Himachal Pradesh. The place is located near India-Tibet Road in Himachal Pradesh. This small mountain village is the site of the Bhimakali Temple, originally known as Bhimadevi Temple and is one of 51 Shakti Peethas. The place has been attracting many tourists centering the temple. The “gateway of Kinnaur” village is having affluent natural scenic beauty, Great Temple, pleasant to chilly even snowy weather, Pine trees and greenery with magnificent views around.
About Sarahan:
How to reach:
Sarahan is around 170KM from Shimla by road following the National Highway No.22. To reach Shimla refer our Shimla photo story.
Near by Places to Stay/Visit:
Shimla, Chail, Kufri, Narkanda, Sangla, Kalpa, Recong Peo
Things to Enjoy:
Nice small mountain village, Great Kali Temple, Green Hills around, a bird’s eye view of stretched Himachal mountains.
Activity:
Nature Walk, worship in Temple, explore village and local people’s life style etc.
Accommodation:
Moderate range of accommodations available, limited quantity hotels available.
Facility:
Moderately available, as away from city area of Himachal Predesh.
Food and Beverage:
Moderate variety of food and drink available.
Altitude:
6890 feet around.
Located:
India -> Himachal Pradesh -> Shimla -> Sarahan
Climate:
Summer 6ºC to 30ºC, winter -4ºC to 9ºC.
Best time to go:
April end to November can be visited, better to avoid July, August due to rainy season and landslide. Road remains closed due to snow in December to March, need to check before going.