Nalagarh is a city in Indian state of Himachal Pradesh. It is situated in the district of Solan of the state. In medieval times it was known as Hindur. The history of Nalagarh dates back to 1100 AD when it was founded by the Chandella Rajput. Presently the city of Nalagarh is emerging economic and industrial hub. It is also regarded as a major tourist destination in the state. Nalagrah house many places of tourist attraction like Nalagarh Fort and Ramgarh Fort. There are other places of interest also in and around Nalagarh. Nalagarh is one of the main tourist places in Nalagarh. It is believed to be the first fort out of three built by Jaipur Kings. The fort is situated at the foothills of Himalaya range. It also offers the tourists beautiful views of Shivalik hill. The fort was mostly built in Mughal Architecture style. Ramgarh Fort is another place of interest in Nalagarh. It is a heritage hotel and was built some 350 years ago. It was built by Kasha Singh of Chandel Rajput dynasty. It has 378 feet high door which is regarded one of the highest doors in India. The fort has ancient well, unused tunnels and beautifully decorated interiors. Govind Sagar Lake near Nalagarh offers tourist fascinating experience of boating. The lake has beautiful natural surroundings. The lake is famous water sport and boating spot. There are some training courses conducted for water sport like boating and swimming. Yadavindra Gardens is another place of attraction frequently visited by tourists. The garden is in Mughal style arhetecture and it was designed in 17th century. The garden is situated in the foothill of Shivalik range. It has seven beautiful downward terraced lawns. It is classic example of Charbagh which has a waterway in the middle of garden with green pitches on its both sides. The garden has other attraction like Japanese garden, a mini Zoo and lighted fountains. Nalagarh is well linked by roads to other parts of the state and the country. Many state run buses and other private vehicles connect it to Chandigarh Delhi and other cities and towns of the state and the country. Ghanauli railway station serves the nearest railway head to Nalagarh and is just 21 km away from it. The railway station is well connected to Delhi, Howrah, Mumbai and other cities and towns of the state and the country. Chandigarh Airport is closest airbase to Nalagarh. The airport is just 55 km away from it and is well linked to other major cities of India.
