History

In 1891, Maharaja Bhupinder Singh of Patiala incurred the rage of Lord Kitchener. It led to the restriction of his entry in the Indian summer capital, Shimla. This incensed the Maharaja and he vowed to build a new summer retreat for himself. So he rebuilt the place (Chail) as per his requirements.
After accession to the Indian Union, Maharaja of Patiala donated most of his buildings to Chail Military School and Government of India.

Climate

Winter Season in Chail

The winter season from the month of October to February is quite chilly. The minimum temperature during this season goes as low as 2 ºC and less. The winter season witnesses snow fall quite frequently

Summer Season in Chail

Summer season in Chail begin in the month of March and continue till the month of May. Summers are quite pleasant and an average temperature during day in this season is about 15ºC. The maximum temperature during this season goes up till 24 ºC. Summer is the best season to visit Chail for sure.

Monsoon Season in Chail

Monsoon season in Chail continues from the month of June till September. The beauty of this hill station is worth admiring during monsoon season.

culture

In culture of Chail comes the reflection of religious,god fearing Kumaoni people with simple lifestyle living away from the hustle and bustle of metro cities. This is fundamentally because of the way that they have dependably separated themselves from th`e of shopping mall, multiplex cultures. Due to boost in Chail Tourism since last 10 years the attitude of local people has no-nonsense,friendly towards the tourists.

Traditional Dress of Women

Pattoo- It is a traditional dress of the local women. It is thicker and heavier than shawls, with fast and bright colors. Women wear pattoo over their clothes and pin both ends with local silver broaches called 'boomini', which is a long silver chain. It covers the whole body and a piece of cloth is tied around the waist called gachchi, which acts as a belt.. Dhatu or Thipu - Dhatu or Thipu is a square piece of cloth used to cover the head.. Shawls - These shawls are world famous because of their beautiful intricate designs and bright colors.. Pullas - Pullas are footwear like the bedroom slippers made out of hemp (fibre extracted from Marijuana stem). Very colorful designs are made on the upper portion with colored wollen threads.

Folk Dances

Kuluvi folk dances reflect rich cultural heritage, vibrant life style, love, hard work and the struggle of local people to survive in the adversaries. Chail People are very fond of dances. They are prompt to dance on occasions like, fairs and festivals.

Transportation

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Attractions

• Rastriya Military School

  - It is home of Rastriya Military School Chail who is one of the five Rastriya Military Schools of country . Where approx 300 cadets from all parts of country are groomed to be the future leaders of country .

• Chail Sanctuary(3 km)

  - The sanctuary was notified on 21 March 1976 near the town in district Shimla and covers an area of about 10,854.36 hectares. The Chail sanctuary has 'ghoral', 'kakkar', 'sambhar', 'red jungle fowl' and 'khalij' and 'cheer' pheasants. Machan like sighting posts have been built at Khuruin.





• Sadhupul

  - Sadhupul is a small town in Himachal Pradesh between Chail and Solan. It is a river restaurant, a small bridge spot constructed over the river "Ashwini". This bridge collapsed on 23 August 2014 by an overloaded truck, however tourists visit here and enjoy the place.






• Cricket Ground

  - Surrounded by thick forests of deodar, a well maintained Chail Cricket ground is the highest cricket ground in the world. It was built in 1893. The ground is located at an altitude of 2,444 metres (8,018 ft). Chail served as the summer capital of Maharaja Bhupinder Singh (who was an avid cricket lover). It is used as the school playground by Chail Military School. During school vacations it is also used as a polo ground. There is a basketball court and the same cricket ground is used for playing football as well as basketball in the ground, which also has goal posts.In one corner of the ground there is a historic tree on which the Military School has constructed a tree house.^[1]

• Chail Military School

  -, situated in ancient buildings made by Maharaja of Patiala.




• Chail Gurudwara

  - is also one of the main attractions of this place, it was the first building to be constructed by the Maharaja and after that the palace was built. The Gurudwara was built in indo-western style in 1907, the 22 feet (6.7 m) high wooden roof is its main and highlighting feature.




• Kali ka Tibba

  -is situated at the top of a hill its also known as Kali Devi Temple. It attracts a lot of pilgrims and tourists from all across the world. From the top where the temple is situated the view of Choor Chandni and Shivalik Range is simply breath taking.

• Lover's Point

• Visitors can also trek approximately 10 km from Junga, (District Shimla)

  to Chail. Junga is approximately 10 km from Sadhupul.

• "A Temple in My Dream" called as 'Stone Kumbd'

  - Shiv Mandir

Adventure Activities in Chail

Chail promises to be a great destination for adventure enthusiasts, as it is located amidst fabulous mountain ranges and green forests. Tourists visiting Chail can indulge in a variety of adventurous activities and make their holidays in this part of the world truly memorable. It is here that people get a chance to forget their monotonous routines of life and experience a whole new world of excitement.

Bamboo Bridge Adventure Activities

Crossing the river on bamboo bridge is a unique adventure that sets tourists' hearts racing. While walking these bridges, they can experience life in every moment that they spend on its narrow path.

Flying Fox

Tourists can also try flying fox adventures that would make them feel as if they are flying through the trees and bushes in the forests of Chail. These activities are guided by professionals in this field, ensuring a great deal of safety to participants.

Balancing Rope Walk

Walking on a rope at a high altitude can be very challenging, but an exciting experience for tourists. These ropes are attached to the trunks of trees and they have to walk on them from one end to another, keeping their balance all the way.

Rock Rappelling

This type of activity needs experienced instructors and an excellent gear, so that adventurers can descend a difficult rock safely. Rock Rappelling in Chail can be an invigorating experience as there are several locations having rocks that are perfectly suited for such activities.

Burma Bridge

A Burma Bridge is a hanging bridge running high above the ground, made up of cables that are used for walking and keeping balance. A small breeze is enough to cause the bridge to sway from one side to the other, but a person walking on it is offered total protection in the form of a harness connected to the cable above.

Tyre Bridge

This type of bridge is made up of tyres that are lined up one after the other on a framework made usually with chains. Hand rails are provided on either side to lend support to the person walking through this bridge.

Commando Net

The Commando Net adds an element of fun and adventure to the tourists of Chail, as they walk through this long network of ropes resembling a spider web. Expert instructors are also available for offering the necessary guidance.

Chail Wildlife Sanctuary

Chail Wildlife Sanctuary is located at the foothills of Indian Himalayan, and it has covered an area of more than 110 sq. kms. According to a survey in 1979, Chail Sanctuary was identified and declared as a protected area. Chir Pheasant Breeding Farm is being considered one of the main attractions for the tourists in the list of Chail tourism. The Chir Breeding farm and rehabilitation programme has been launched in 1988. In Chail, the forests are mainly dense covered with Oak and Pine trees apart from other floral growth.

For visitors to Himachal Pradesh, Chail Wildlife Sanctuary is believed to be one of the main attractions. As far as Chail Wildlife Sanctuary is concerned, it is one of the beautiful destinations for honeymooners to get explored to natural beauty. Thick covered forest with Oak and Deodar tree, Chail Wildlife Sanctuary is located in Solang Valley of Himachal Pradesh, covering more than 10 k hectares. Chail Wildlife Sanctuary is a home for Rhesus Macaque, Leopard, Indian Muntjac, Goral and Crested Porcupine, Wild Boar, Langur and Himalayan Black Bear. Apart from mentioned animals, Chail Wildlife Sanctuary has also preserved some endangered species of animals, reptiles and birds.

Chail Wildlife Sanctuary is also a famous and attractive place for its tourist, as it provides several influencing adventure activities to its enthusiasts to make their trip more interesting and unforgettable at the same time. It wouldn't be mistaken to say that this adventurous place in mountain ranges is a paradise for wildlife lovers and adventure seekers. In fact, Chail Wildlife Sanctuary is opened for the complete whole year, but in order to explore the wildlife in Chail Sanctuary the time period from March to October is the best time to get in touch with wildlife.

When it comes to reach to Chail Wildlife Sanctuary, then one can easily reach through Kalka - Shimla route. The Chail Wildlife Sanctuary is well connected to the major routes and roads of the entire state. As far as the accommodation in Chail is concerned, there are several resorts and hotels available in Chail as per visitor's budget.