Along the National Highway as one cross the state border of Haryana into Himachal, there comes the town of Parwanoo. A couple of decades ao, this was a sleepy little village but today, it is a pulsating industrial town.

Fruit based products, plastics, motor parts and watch components roll out of Parwanoo's factories. For a tourist, Parwanoo is a convenient base station to see and visit a number of nearby areas. 

PRIME ATTRACTIONS 

Renuka (132-km): With a circumference of roughly 2.5-kms, this is the largest lake in Himachal. Fed by underground springs, it is shaped like the profile of a reclining woman and is regarded to be the embodiment of the Goddess Renuka. 

Dagshai (28-km): A one time British cantonment, this small town is surrounded by pine trees and also has an old church. 

Subathu (16-km): Still a cantonment, it has also got the remains of a Gurkha Fort.

Pinjore (10-km): Parwanoo is an excellent base to visit the famed Mughal style gardens at Pinjore. 

Kasauli (37-km): A charming hill station with lots of 'old world' charm. 

HOW TO GET THERE 

Air: The closest airport is at Chandigarh, 22-km away. 
Rail: The nearest broad gauge railhead is at Kalka, only 4-km away. 

Road: Regular buses and taxis are available from both Chandigarh and Kalka. 

WHERE TO STAY 
Hotel Shivalik, Parwanoo
Hotel Ros Common, Kasauli 

General Information 

Location : Himachal Pradesh 

Altitude : 470m. 
Attractions : Renuka, Subathu, Dagshai, Pinjore, Kasauli 

Best Time To Visit : July to September. 

CLIMATE 
In winter, the temperature can get quite low when heavy woollens are required. It is pleasantly warm in summer and cottons are recommended.

NEARBY CITIES
Kalka: 4-km
Dagshai: 28-km
Subathu: 16-km
Pinjore: 10-km
Kasauli: 37-km
Renuka: 132-km
Chandigarh: 22-km