Cricket Ground
About Cricket Ground
Far From City: 1 kms from city center
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About Cricket Ground
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Time Required:1-2 hrs
Open Time:Best Time to visit is during day hours in favorable seasons.
Cost:No entry fee
History of the Chail Palace and Cricket Ground
Away from the bustling, almost city-like life of Shimla, Chail is located at around 44 km away from the state capital. This ground was made by the Maharaja of Patiala, because of his passion for the sport of cricket. The Chail Palace was the summer home of the Maharaja of Patiala. He was allotted this land during and by the British Raj for assistance in the Anglo Nepalese War.
It is interesting to note that in 1891, Maharaja Bhupinder Singh of Patiala incurred the rage of Lord Kitchener which led to the restriction of his entry in the Indian summer capital, Shimla. This incensed the Maharaja, and he swore to build a new summer site for himself. So, he rebuilt Chail as per his royal needs. Later, he discovered a hilltop and made a cricket ground on it after levelling it. It is covered by enormous deodar and pine trees.
During the yesteryears, Maharaja Bhupinder Singh used to play cricket with the British here, but now it is under the control of Indian Army. One can spot the vast Himalayan ranges in the vicinity, snow-clad glittering in the sun. After acquisition by the Indian Union, the Maharaja donated most of his procession to the Government of India and Chail Military School.
Best time to visit Cricket Ground
The weather conditions in Chail are favourable throughout the year. While the summer months are pleasant and refreshing, the winter months are somewhat chilly and calm. Chail receives infrequent rainfall during the monsoon months. Hence, this attraction can be visited anytime throughout the year. Although, the peak tourist season here is from April to July and from September to November.
How to Reach Cricket Ground
Chail is well connected through the main city via all means of transport. Bus services are also quite prominent. The nearest airport is that of Shimla. Kalka-Shimla railways is also a feasible option to reach Chail.
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