About Ambala
Mandi to Ambala distnce : 215 km
Estimated travel time : 5.5 hours
Mandi 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 jewellery, and linen items are quite popular.
Taxi from Mandi to Ambala is readily available at CabBazar.
Route Information
Mandi to Ambala by car is well connected through NH154 and NH205 and is very convenient and comfortable drive. Mandi to Ambala distance is 215 Km and is 5.5 hours journey. Other famous tourist places on this route and nearby are :
Ner Chowk - Revalsar lake, Monastery, Gurudwara
Sundar Nagar - Sundernagar Lake, Vista View Point, Sheesh Mahal, Maharana Pratap Chowk
Kangoo - Gugga Panch Veer Temple, Shani Dev Mandir, Forest View Pont, Hiking Area
Barmana - Gugga Jahapeer Temple, Sun Set View Point, Sutlej River, Vaishno Devi Mandir
Bilaspur - Bandla Hill Top, Sutlej river View, Sun Set Point, Shiv Temple
Jamli - Sidh Baba Balak Nath Temple, Hanuman Temple, Shiv Temple
Swaraghat - Surrounded by pine trees it is a beautiful place and an ideal spot for a quiet over night stay.
Kiratpur Sahib - Gurudwara Shri Pataal Puri Sahib, Kiratpur Sahib Bridge, Dhoona Baba Shri Chand Ji, Sutlej River
Rupnagar - Archaeological Museum, Makbara, Harappan and Bara Culture Mound, Indus Valley Civilization & Buddhist era ruins
Kharar - Sanatan Dharam Mandir, Shiv Mandir, Sai Mandir, Temple Of Panchmukhi Hanuman
Banur - Gurudwara Sahib, Aashya Jama Masjid, Devi Mata Temple