Once a brief stopover on the Kalka - Simla highway, Barog, has now,
become the destination of hordes of visitors. The resort is located in
an idyllic setting, surrounded by majestic pine and oak forests. The magnificent
Choor Chandni or Choordhar peak, ` mountain of the silver bangle', is clearly
visible from Barog, and when the moonlight lavishly pours itself on the
slopes of the peak, it appears as though countless shimmering, silver bangles
are sliding down in the night. Barog's railway station, on the Kalka -
Simla, is one of the most picturesque stations, modelled in the Scottish
style.
Sightseeing
Subathu : An erstwhile British cantonment that boasts of the
ruins of an old Gurkha fort.
Kairighat : Once a dak bungalow, Kairighat now functions as a
fine economy hotel, under Himachal Tourism.
Renukaji ( 98 km ) : The largest lake in the state of
Himachal Pradesh, that is said to embody goddess Renuka, the mother of
Parshurama.
Rajgarh ( 53 km ) : An idyllic area, dotted with several
orchards and delightful picnic - spots, like Habban and Nacchna.
Solan ( 8 km ) : Solan's prime attractions are the old Jatoli
temple and the Shalooni Devi temple. There is also an ancient brewery and
distillery near Solan. On the nearby Rajgarh Road, is the impressive Horticultural
and Forestry University. The town also houses some fascinating specimens
of old colonial architecture.
Access
Barog lies on the Kalka - Simla highway.
Accomodation
Himachal Tourism runs Hotel Pinewood at Barog, the perfect hotel for
those used to spending a luxurious vacation, and those with tight budgets.
- Address :
- Hotel Pinewood,
Barog,
Himachal Pradesh - 173 212.
Tel: (01792)8825,8827
