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Rukhala - Haven For The Adventuresome

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Rukhala, situated in the heart of the Kotkhai belt, is a tourist destination of Himachal Pradesh which is fast growing in prominence. This place is known for its picturesque beauty, delicious apples and hospitality. Other attractions of the place are the villages that have been converted into heritage villages.

During the months of December and January, Apple and Plum Orchards become laden with pink and green fruits causing an explosion of colours in the rustic landscape dotted with farmhouses. Rukhala is famous worldwide for the production and export of Royal, Golden and Granny Smith apples.

Tourist Places In And Around Rukhala

Apart from green orchards, Rukhala has many more tourist attractions. The Kiari Temple and Deori Temple are a few names worth mentioning amongst the many attractions of Rukhala. Both the temples are reachable by trekking through rich green forests and rural farmhouses. The Kiari Temple, devoted to Hindu Goddess Durga, the embodiment of creative feminine forces, is a 300-year-old monument.

Excursions to the region of Chambi-Kuppar, located at a distance of forty kilometres from Rukhala, can also be taken up by visitors.

How To Reach Rukhala

Rukhala is well connected through the major modes of communication, namely, airways, railways and roadways.

Rukhala Weather

Summer, monsoon and winter are the major seasons experienced at Rukhala. Tourists planning to travel around the place are advised to visit the destination during the summer, which starts in the month of May and continues till July. However, visits during winter are also recommended as climatic conditions remain pleasant during this time.

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Rukhala Weather

Best Season / Best Time to Visit Rukhala

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How to Reach Rukhala

  • By Road
    Travellers planning a trip to Rukhala can also reach this destination by buses. Shimla is located at a short distance of 2.9 km from Rukhalawhich can be covered by buses. Shimla is well connected to cities like Dalhousie, Lucknow, Srinagar, Chandigarh, Chamba, Manali, Kullu and Jubbal, among others. Buses are also available from Dehradun, New Delhi, and Kasauli. Frequent AC Volvo buses from Chandigarh to Rukhala, which charge around INR 1025 per head, are also available.
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  • By Train
    The Kalka Railway Station, which falls under the Kalka-Shimla line, is the closest railhead to Rukhala. The neighbouring towns namely, Shimla, Dharampur, Solan, Kandaghat, Salogra and Barog, are well connected to Rukhala via this train line. Train fare per head from Kalka to Rukhala is around INR 100 to 220 for first class seats. Taxis from Shimla to Rukhala, which charge around INR 7 per km, can be hired.
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  • By Air
    The Bhuntar Airport is the nearest air base located at a distance of 41 km from Rukhala. The Gaggal Airport, situated at a distance of 103 km from Rukhala, proves as an alternate airport to the destination. These airports are well connected with major cities of India, namely, Delhi, Mumbai and Dharamsala, apart from others. Taxi and cab services to Rukhala are also available from these airports at reasonable rates.
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