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Tuesday, April 19, 2011

Info Post

Dhanaulti also known as Dhanolti, is a hill station and a Constituency of State Legislative Assembly Election Commission 24 km (15 mi) from the popular hill station of Mussoorie, and 29 km (18 mi) from Chamba, as it is situated between the two.
It is situated at an altitude of 2286m, and is known for its quiet environs amidst the alpine forests of Deodar, Rhododendron and Oak.
ECO-Park:














ECO-Park. It is the main attraction of the Dhanaulti .Developed Recently ECO Park; houses protected patch of small forest. Containing Deodar Trees. There is Entry Fee of Rs 15 for Adults and Rs10 for Children.


Surkanda Devi Temple:










Surkanda Devi Temple - 8 km (5.0 mi). From Dhanaulti, on the road towards Chamba lies the Surkanda Devi Temple, famous for its Ganga Dasahra fair in autumn. It is part of the Devi Darshan triangle, which offers trekking opportunities around Dhanaulti - Surkanda Devi, Chandrabadni and Kunjapuri




Himalayan Weavers:



Located on Mussoorie-Dhanaulti Road is Himalayan Weavers which produces hand-woven shawls, stoles, scarves and throws using only natural dyes and wool, eri silk and pashmina. Their aim is to produce high quality handloom products, popularize the use of environmentally friendly natural dyes and provide a market for craft products made in the Himalayan region.





Aaloo Khet (Potato Farm) – a Government Potato Farm, also a popular sunrise view point.