About Ambala
Chail to Ambala distnce : 148 km
Estimated travel time : 4.3 hours
Chail to Ambala is the most popular route for both domestic as well as foreign tourists due to its geographical location and connectivity. It is located on the border of Haryana, Punjab, and Chandigarh and is hence seen as a launching pad for exploring Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Chandigarh, Jammu, and Kashmir.
Skirted by the Ghaggar river and the Tangri river, Ambala has two sub-areas Ambala Cantt and Ambala City, and hence is called "Twin City". It is known for its large Indian Army and Indian Air Force presence. Ambala is of high religious importance with a number of famous Gurudwaras like Badshahi Bagh which commemorates the visit of Guru Gobind Singh ji, and Temples like Bhawani Amba temple. It is said that Ambala got its name from Bhawani Amba. Although there are other beliefs too about the name of this city. Ambala is equally important for business as well and is home to the largest Cloth Market in the sub-continent having about 1000 wholesale shops. From silks to handlooms, you will be spoilt for choice. Apart from the cloth market, its Science Market, gold jewelry and linen items are quite popular.
Taxi from Chail to Ambala is readily available at CabBazar.
Route Information
Chail to Ambala by car is well connected through NH5 and Ambala Chandigarh Expressway and is very convenient and comfortable drive. Chail to Ambala distance is 148 Km and is 4.3 hours journey. Other famous tourist places on this route and nearby are :
Sadhupul - River Camp, Sightseeing, Aasan River
Kandaghat - Karol Tibba, Kalka - Shimla Road, Mahadev Temple, Devi Mata Temple
Solan - Mushroom Capital of India, Temples, Yundung Monastery
Kumarhatti - Dagshai Jail Museum, Sun Set Point, Durga Mata Mandir
Dharampur - Natural Camping, Hunny Hill Point, Hiking, Shiv Temple
Jabli - Natural Camp, Tea Point, Shiv Temple, Gayatri Shakti Peeth
Kalka - Morni Hills, Kalki Mata Temple, Pinjore Garden, Timber Trail, Parwanoo, Gurudwara Nada Sahib, Sukhna Lake
Panchkula - National Cactus and Succulent Botanical Garden and Research Centre, Gurudwara Nada Sahib
Zirakpur - SkyJumper Trampoline Park, Gurudwara Bouli Sahib, Gurudwara Shri Dashmesh Sahib
Lalru - Gurudwara Singh Sabha, Gurudwara Nankasar Sahib, Mosque