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Solan Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels

city in Himachal Pradesh

About Solan

The place is named after the Hindu goddess Shoolini Devi. Every year in June, a fair venerating the goddess is held, featuring a 3-day mela at the central Thodo ground. Solan was the capital of the erstwhile princely state, Baghat. It is known as the "Mushroom city of India] because of the vast mushroom farming in the area, and because of the Directorate of Mushroom Research (DMR) at Chambaghat. Solan is also called the "City of Red Gold", due to the bulk production of tomatoes in the area.

Top Attractions in Solan

Explore the best things to see and do in Solan:

  • Children Park
  • Hari Mandir
  • Jatoli Temple
  • Jaunaji drive
  • Karol ka Tibba
  • Mohan Park
  • Mohan Shakti National Heritage Park
  • Shoolini Temple

Where to Eat in Solan

Must-try local food and restaurants:

  • 🍴Anupama
  • 🍴Cafe 7
  • 🍴Chanakya
  • 🍴Himalayan Coffee House
  • 🍴Himani
  • 🍴Paragon

Where to Stay in Solan

  • 🏨Lemon Tree Hotel

Solan Travel Guide Sections

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