Haryana, adjacent to the country's capital, is one of the fastest-growing states in India. It is bordered by Uttar Pradesh in the east, Punjab in the west, and Rajasthan, and Himachal Pradesh in the south. Being close to Delhi, Haryana has a distinct identity of its own as a weekend getaway. There are many places to visit in Haryana that once you see them, you would like to go there again and again. Especially Morni Hills, the only hill station in Haryana, a weekend of two days feels short to visit it.

Morni Hills is a hill station located on the outskirts of Panchkula in Haryana. Being the only hill station in Haryana, it is a popular picnic spot among the locals and tourists. Situated at an altitude of 1,220 meters above sea level, this hill station is very peaceful. Apart from being a popular tourist destination, Morni Hills is also an important archaeological site where 7th-century carvings have been found at the Thakur Dwar temple. This hill station is also a great place for people who are fond of trekking and birdwatching. Popular birds seen here include Wallcreeper, Crested Kingfisher, Bar-tailed Treecreeper, Blue Peacock, Kalij Pheasant, Red Junglefowl, Gray Franklin, Quails, Himalayan Bulbul, and Oriental Turtle Dove.

Morni Hills is not only a famous hill station in Haryana, but it is also very close to Delhi and Punjab. That's why a large number of tourists come here every year. In this hill station, you can enjoy the views of the mountains as well as boating. The famous Tikkar Tal here is considered one of the most beautiful places to visit.

This beautiful hill station of Haryana is spread over more than a thousand kilometers of land. The Ghaggar River flowing near it adds to the beauty of this place. There is also an adventure park here. Where you can do many activities like Rope Climbing, Burma Bridge, and Rappelling. Apart from this, you can also visit Gurudwara Nada Sahib and Morni Fort here. Please tell me that the distance from Delhi to Morni Hills is 253 km. You will find this place very close to having fun on the weekend.

Morni Hills, located on the outskirts of Panchkula district, is a popular destination for tourists from across the country. The hills are blessed with dense forests and luscious greenery that give you the space to feel the natural essence of the place. Morni is a village in the state of Haryana that is home to Himalayan views, unique species of flora, and beautiful landscapes.

It is believed that a queen named Morni ruled this place many decades ago and the hills were named Morni Hills in her honor. The Haryana Tourism Department is making every effort to make people aware of this wonderful destination and has recently started running a Mountain Quail Resort for tourists.

The summer season is not very pleasant for holidaying in the plains of North India. During summer the temperature in the plains reaches up to 45 to 50 degree Celsius which can be very tiring. Hence, the best time to visit Morni Hills is in winter between October to March.

History of Morni Hills
Historians claim that in the 15th century, Rajput Thakur used to live around Morni Hills. After the Thakurs, the Mughals also ruled the place, but not for long as the advent of the British led to the downfall of most of the native rulers. During the British Raj, the hills were left neglected and it was only after India's independence that Morni Hills came into the limelight and was developed as a tourist attraction.

The Morni Hills are considered a part of the Shivalik range of hills of the Himalayas. The hills are situated at an altitude of 4,000 feet above sea level. Morni Hill was developed and explored as a tourist destination by the Tourism Department of Haryana State and gradually became a favorite destination for nature lovers and horse riders from across the country.

Major Attractions in and Around Morni Hills
Adventure park
Adventure Park is one of the best places to visit in Morni Hills. This park is a place where boat rides and Apart from trekking, tourists can enjoy many adventure activities. Yes, this park has been developed recently, which offers activities like rope climbing, commando net, Burma bridge, rappelling, and rock-climbing.

Apart from these, you can also see a tree house with a fountain and cafeteria here. Along with adventure activities, this park also has swings and safaris for kids which makes it one of the famous tourist places in Morni Hills to visit with family and kids.

Gurudwara Nada Sahib
Gurudwara Nada Sahib is one of the holiest places in Morni Hill and Panchkula which tourists must include in their visit to Morni Hills station. This Gurudwara holds a very important place for the people of the Sikh community. Gurudwara Nada Sahib is situated amidst lush greenery and a serene environment in Morni Hills and the Ghaggar-Haka River also flows by its side, which makes its environment even more beautiful. For this reason, along with Sikh devotees, tourists from far and wide also come to visit Gurdwara Nada Sahib.

Karoh peak
Located on the border of Haryana and Himachal Pradesh, Karoh Peak is one of the famous tourist spots in Morni Hills. The height of the mountain peak of Karoh Peak is 4,813 feet which is the highest peak in the state of Haryana. Beautiful views of the villages and surrounding areas can be seen from the top of this peak. Karoh Peak can be reached by trekking, that's why this peak is one of the best places in Morni Hills for trekkers.

Mansa Devi Temple
Dedicated to Goddess Manasa, an incarnation of Shakti, this temple is a very popular religious shrine that was built in 1851 AD. Devotees come here to seek the blessings of the Goddess as it is believed that every dream comes true here.

Tikkar tal
Tikkar Tal is one of the best places to visit in Morni Hills. The place offers a beautiful view of the lush greenery surrounding the hill station, which attracts a lot of tourists visiting Morni Hills. There is also a lake where tourists like to spend a peaceful time, as well as attractive activities like boat rides, which can also be enjoyed here, so whenever you go to Morni Hills with your friends and family, you must visit Tikkar Tal.

Thakur Dwar Temple
If you are going to Tikkar Tal, you can also visit Thakur Dwar Temple, which is on the way to it. The temple is a 10th-century pink structure dedicated to Krishna. The temple is said to have been built by the Pandavas with intricate stonework. Now the temple is surrounded by a contemporary cement structure and a dome which shows the difference between the present and the past.

Cactus Garden
One of the very unique and attractive places to visit in Panchkula near Morni Hills is the Cactus Garden. It is the largest garden in India which houses a wide variety of Indian cactus plants and many other species of flora. The garden is spread over 7 acres of land and houses 3,500 species of plants.

Pinjore Garden
A 17th-century Mughal garden built by Mughal emperor Aurangzeb, Pinjore Garden is a very popular tourist destination in the state of Haryana. It is about 15 km from Panchkula and is spread over an area of 100 acres. The garden complex is a must-visit with lots of greenery, a mini zoo, picnic spots, and much more.

Long walk
Morni Pahari has wide roads which are a paradise for motorists. Tourists visiting Morni Pahari enjoy long bike and car rides on these wide roads and beautiful views of the road.

Adventure sports
Tourists can enjoy adventure sports like rock climbing, commando net, rope climbing, etc. in Morni Hills. If admiring the natural beauty of the place isn't your thing, Morni Hills has all these and many other adventure activities to rejuvenate your mind and soul.

How To Reach Morni Hills
To reach Morni Hills, you have to travel a total distance of other Indian cities like Delhi approx 251, Mumbai at 1,663, Kolkata at 1,772, and Bengaluru at 2,416 km. You can reach here by the following modes of public transport.

Air shaft
Chandigarh Airport which is about 50 km away from Morni Hills is the nearest. It offers regular flights from many other Indian cities. From the airport, one can take a taxi or bus to reach Morni Hills.

From Jaipur - Air India, Vistara, and Indigo flights are available from Jaipur airport. Airfare starts from Rs 3,000-4,000 but goes up in peak season.
From Gwalior - SpiceJet, Indigo, and Vistara flights from Gwalior airport. Airfare starts from 8000-9,000.
From Pune - Board Indigo, Vistara, and Air India flights from Pune airport. Airfare starts from 5,000-6,000.

Train
Chandi Mandir Railway Station and Chandigarh Railway Station are the nearest railway stations to reach Morni Hills which are approximately 30-40 km away. One can take a taxi, auto, or bus to reach Morni Hills from the above-mentioned stations. Kalka Shatabdi, Chandigarh Express, and Paschim Express are some of the popular trains in which seats can be booked for a comfortable journey to Morni Hills.

Roadway
All those who prefer to travel by road to enjoy the views of local villages, and endless fields, and relish roadside dhaba food, Inter-state tourists from other parts of the country to reach Morni, Haryana. You can book seats on buses. The roads are well-maintained and easily accessible. You can also book a taxi or self-drive here.

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