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Official Name : Lalitpur
Significance : Rich Cultural Heritage
City of Patan’s ancient name is Lalitpur means city of beauty, which is known as the city of fine arts too. The city is full of Hindu temples and Buddhist monuments.The diversity of the medieval culture that allowed both Hinduism and Buddhism to flourish has left a rich legacy of impressive sightseeing in this city for today’s visitors, Patan’s must-see attraction is Patan Museum. e found here.
As a traditional center of handicrafts, Patan is a great place to purchase jewelry, Buddha statues and masks. Patan City was planned in Vihars and Bahils. The in built cultural heritage like the royal palace, with intricately carved doors and windows and beautiful courtyards adorned with exquisite icons enhance the beauty of the city.
Such art pieces are found in stone, metal, terracotta ivory and other objects. All these artefacts exhibit artistic excellence of the craftsmen and the whole city looks like an open museum.
Patan, unlike Kathmandu, shuts down just after dark, and so nightlife is restricted to hotel bars and restaurants. The water conduits, stone spouts, Jaladroni (water tanks), artistic gateways, Hindu temples and Buddhist Vihars adorn the city. The city was initially designed in the shape of the Buddhist Dharma-Chakra (Wheel of Righteousness). There are a lot of temples and vihars in the city.
Places to Visit
- Patan Durbar Square
- Iba Bahi
- Golden Temple
- Mahabouddha
- Oku Bahal
- The Central Zoo
- Patan Museum
The weather in Solan makes it comfortable for the visitors to explore the majestic beauty of this town. Though, one requires heavy woolens in winter and cottons in summer.
Solan is one such town that is suited for visit throughout the year. Still, the best time is between April to June in Summer and October to November in Winter.
The total population of Solan town is 5,00,557, with male population at 2,70,291 and female population at 2,30,266. Rural – 4,09,362, Urban – 91,195
The total geographical area of Solan town is 1936 sq.km.
Enjoying shopping in the local markets of Solan is an experience to remember. From a variety of spices to wooden items and designer woolens, the visitors can take home some of the memorable pieces from this town.
The Solan town is well-connected with major places in India through road, rail and air. Nearest airport to this place is Chandigarh is 48 Km and Shimla is 68 Km. on the other hand, it falls in the mid of Kalka-Shimla railway gauge. Moreover, there is luxury buses made available by Himachal Tourism Department for the convenience of visitors.
The weather in Solan makes it comfortable for the visitors to explore the majestic beauty of this town. Though, one requires heavy woolens in winter and cottons in summer.
Solan is one such town that is suited for visit throughout the year. Still, the best time is between April to June in Summer and October to November in Winter.
The total population of Solan town is 5,00,557, with male population at 2,70,291 and female population at 2,30,266. Rural – 4,09,362, Urban – 91,195
The total geographical area of Solan town is 1936 sq.km.
Enjoying shopping in the local markets of Solan is an experience to remember. From a variety of spices to wooden items and designer woolens, the visitors can take home some of the memorable pieces from this town.
The Solan town is well-connected with major places in India through road, rail and air. Nearest airport to this place is Chandigarh is 48 Km and Shimla is 68 Km. on the other hand, it falls in the mid of Kalka-Shimla railway gauge. Moreover, there is luxury buses made available by Himachal Tourism Department for the convenience of visitors.
- Bhaktapur darbar Square
- Siddha Pokhari
- Batsala Temple
- Dattraya Temple
- Nyatapole Temple
