On the Kalka-Shimla highway, Barog (1680m) has grown from a mere stop over to a full-fledged destination. Surrounded by pine and oak forests, Barog has a commanding setting. The Choor Chandni - which poetically translates as the mountain of the silver bangle is clearly visible from Barog - and when moonlight washes down its snow covered slopes, it seems as through thousands of icy, silver bangles are sliding down in the night.

Places of Interest in and Around Barog

Railway Station (3km) :
One of the most attractive station in the Scottish style on the Kalka-Shimla ral route.

Dagashai (7 km) :
A one time British contonenment. This is small town surrounded by pine trees. It has an old Church.

Solan (8 km) :
Located on the National High way-22 Solan derived its name from "Shoolini Devi" a local deity whose temple is situated in Solan Graon which is in existence since ancient time. Solan also remained capital of earstwhile Bhagat State for many years.

A famous 'Shoolini fair' is commemorated every year on State level in 2nd week of 'Asads' (June) at famous Thoda Ground. The town has various cultural and recreational centres besides temples and churches. There are beautiful Parks such as Children Park, Mohan park and Jawahar Park which have adequate arrangements for comfortable sitting and strolling. A mini zoo in the Park adds to the facination to the environment. Durga Club, Central State Library, Lower and Upper Bazar and Mall road are worth visiting. Ancient Durga Temple, Sanatan Dharm Mandir, Hari and Narsingh Mandir are also quite famous.

Solan Brewary (11km) :
This is in existence since 1855 AD. Formerly Dyer Meaking Breway is not only known in the country but also in foreign countries for its products.

Jatoli (15 km) :
7 km from Solan this small but beautiful village on Solan-Rajgarh road is famous for Vishal Shiva Temple.

Dolanji Bon Monastery :
(18km)On Solan-Rajgarh road there is a small village known Ochhaghat. 5 km from here on Narag-Sarahan road, located a famous Bon monastery known 'Yungdrung Bon Monastery' being run by Yungdrung Bon Monastic Centre. This was founded in 1969 by the Abbot Lungtog Tenpai Nyima. After 14 years of hard work, he has managed to create a totally self-sufficient monastery up to now with 120 monks, developing it into a thriving, active centre of all branches of Tibetan traditional learning. On the eve of New year and on other occassions three sacred Bon dances (Cham) are performed here which are of a high attractions.

Karol Goofa (17km) :
On the Karol Tibba (2135m) & 8 km. From Solan town is an ancient Sidh Baba Goofa which is considered to be one of the longest Goofa in Himalaya region. It starts from Karol and ends somewhere at Pinjore. Besides. Goddess Kali and Lord Hanumanji temples. Thakur Mandir on the top of the hill are some the great attractions for the pilgrims and visitors. The trek upto Karol is steep but quite enjoyable from Dedhgharat (23km from Solan). This place is very popular amongst the trekkers and adventurous picnickers.

Horticulture and Forestry University (16 km) :
In the surroundings on Rajgarh Road the University is unique centre of higher studies and research in horticulture and foresty. Also the entire campus is worthseein.

Gaura :
Located alongside the Solan-Rajgarh road, this place is famous for Mahasher fishing in Giri river. One can also visit Subathu (30 km), Renukaji (98 km) and Shimla (57 km) from this place also.

Kiarighat (34 km) :
A one time dak bungalow and staying post. Now run as an economy hotel with a café by Himachal Tourism.

Rajgarh (53 km) :
A picturesque area with numerous orchards and picnic spots like Habban and Nacchana.