Nahan — Travel Guide
Nahan is a town in Himachal Pradesh in India and is the headquarters of the Sirmaur District. It is also the location of the Indian Army Special Forces Training School. It was the capital of the former Sirmur princely state. Nahan sits amidst the Shiwalik mountain range at an average elevation of 932 meters above sea level. Nahan is known for its picturesque surroundings and marvelous views of the Himalayan Mountains. It is also the capital of the erstwhile princely state of Sirmaur under the British and was a largely agricultural town till 1857 when a foundry for manufacturing agricultural tools was setup here. The foundry was then taken over by the British East India Company following the Anglo-Gurkha war and the town played a key role in the Anglo-Sikh and Anglo-Afghan war.
The best time to visit Nahan is during winter months October to May.
By Air
The nearest airbase to Nahan is Chandigarh Airport.
By Train
The nearest railway stations to Nahan are Kalka, Barara, Chandigarh and Ambala.
Nahan is famous for its handicrafts and woolen clothing items. However, one thing that you must take back as a token of this place is Himachali caps. Chaugan and Mall Road, in the centre of the town are the popular shopping destinations. The Mall Road is another destination to do your souvenir shopping in Nahan as local artisans are busy weaving various handicraft items for visitors.
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