The Srikhand, Sarahan

 

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Himachal Tourism’s Hotel Srikhand is named after the majestic mountain that faces the hotel and the Srikhand peak. The building has drawn inspiration from the fascinating forms of the        Bhimakali Temple and its location enables every guest to experience Sarahan at its best. The rooms of the hotel over looks the majestic view of Srikhand peak and apple orchards.

ACCESS : The nearest railway station (176 km) and airport (198 km) is at Shimla, where taxis and buses are available. By Car, Sarahan is 6 hours drive from Shimla. The route is on NH – 22 upto Jeori, from where the road bifurcates to Sarahan.

CLIMATE : In winter, the temperature can drop below freezing point when heavy woolens are required. The summer temperature is warm but pleasant and light woolens/cottons are recommended.

PLACES OF INTEREST

BHIMAKALI TEMPLE COMPLEX : This historical temple is a multistoried structured building, a fusion of Hindu and Buddhist architecture. The tall tower like structure and unusual roof of the temple dominate the complex. The centuries old temple is now locked and in the newly built temple, the goddess Bhimakali is portrayed as a maiden and as a woman. This temple complex includes other temples such as Narsingh shrine of Bhairon and Lord Raghunath.

BIRD PARK : Near the temple complex is a pheasant breeding centre. It also houses the State bird Monal which is of a great attraction.

BHABA VALLEY : 50 km from Sarahan, a beautiful valley along Bhaba river. Link road to valley originates at Wangtu. It has a beautiful landscape, reservoir lake, alpine meadows and is best famous for trek route to Pin Valley in Spiti.

Facilities

• Rooms are airy, spacious, well furnished with wall to wall carpeting and attached baths with running hot and cold water
• Satellite Television
• Parking within premises. Car Rental. Doctor on Call
• Restaurant serving Indian, Chinese, Continental and Himachali cuisine
• Public Washroom

 

ADDRESS : The Shrikhand, Sarahan (H.P.) – 172102. Tel: (01782) – 292434. E-mail: sarahan@hptdc.in

DISTANCE: 
Chandigarh to Sarahan: 275 KM – Seven and half hour drive
Shimla to Sarahan- 160 KM – Five hours drive