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A Georgian mansion with spectacular views, Chail Palace which is now a hotel was built as a summer retreat by the flamboyant Maharaja of Patiala in the late 19th century. Stroll through thick cedar forests including the game sanctuary which has a variety of deer and pheasants. At 2444m check out the world's highest cricket pitch and polo ground.

43 k.m. from Shimla and with a lush green setting, this was the former 'summer capital' of the Patiala state. At 2250 metres it has the world's highest cricket pitch and a polo ground, the old palace.

Popularly known as Sylvan Gateway. The hotel porch faces Shimla and at night its lights are visible. From another side its lights are visible. From another side one can gaze at the highest peak of the region, the Choor Chandni, Kandaghat and valleys, covered with ferns and forests, are visible.

Adventure Activities
The more adventurous can go angling at Gaura or take one of the trek routes from the resort. Chail has a flavour of bygone Regal Era.