Things to do in Sarahan, Himachal Pradesh
Sarahan is a small town in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is the site of the Bhimakali Temple, originally known as Bhimadevi Temple, dedicated to the mother goddess Bhimakali, presiding deity of the rulers of the former Bushahr State.
5 places to visit in and around Sarahan, best known first. Tap a place for directions, or let Turkart turn them into a day-by-day plan.
- 1Bhimakali Temple
Bhimakali Temple is a Hindu temple at Sarahan in Himachal Pradesh, India. The temple is dedicated to the goddess Bhimakali, the presiding deity of the rulers of the former Bushahr state.
Wikipedia - 2Daranghati Sanctuary
The Daranghati Sanctuary is located in Rampur Bushahr, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, India. It has undisturbed forest areas.
Wikipedia - 3Nathpa Jhakri Dam
The Nathpa Jhakri Dam is a concrete gravity dam on the Sutlej river in Rampur Bushahr, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
Wikipedia - 4Bankotu waterfall
- 5Runpoo waterfall
Best time to visit Sarahan
Best weather: Apr–Jul, Sep–Oct.
- Jan2°CCold
- Feb3°CCold
- Mar7°CCold
- Apr12°CPleasant, Best months
- May16°CPleasant, Best months
- Jun19°CPleasant, Best months
- Jul21°CPleasant, Best months
- Aug20°CRainy
- Sep17°CPleasant, Best months
- Oct12°CPleasant, Best months
- Nov8°CCold
- Dec4°CCold
PleasantRainyColdBest months
Every month: temperature and rain
| Month | Average | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | Cold | 2°C | 34 mm |
| Feb | Cold | 3°C | 36 mm |
| Mar | Cold | 7°C | 37 mm |
| Apr | Pleasant | 12°C | 27 mm |
| May | Pleasant | 16°C | 34 mm |
| Jun | Pleasant | 19°C | 90 mm |
| Jul | Pleasant | 21°C | 183 mm |
| Aug | Rainy | 20°C | 189 mm |
| Sep | Pleasant | 17°C | 87 mm |
| Oct | Pleasant | 12°C | 9 mm |
| Nov | Cold | 8°C | 9 mm |
| Dec | Cold | 4°C | 12 mm |
Long-term monthly averages for the area, from NASA POWER, adjusted for the town's height (2,313 m). Festivals and crowds are not counted; check before you book.
How to reach Sarahan
- No railway station within 40 km.
- Nearest main railway station: Chandigarh Junction (CDG), 130 km away.
- Nearest airport: Bhuntar Airport (KUU), 73 km away.
Straight-line distances; the road is longer. Check trains and flights before you travel.
What a 2-day trip to Sarahan costs
- Budget: about ₹1,700–₹3,400 per person
- Mid-range: about ₹4,200–₹8,400 per person
- Comfort: about ₹9,600–₹18,100 per person
A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Sarahan is not included.
Compare Sarahan with nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Best weather | Places to see |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sarahan | – | Apr–Jul, Sep–Oct | 5 |
| Sangla | 45 km | easiest Jul–Aug | 6 |
| Parvati Valley | 61 km | easiest Jun, Sep | 5 |
| Chitkul | 63 km | Jun–Sep | 5 |
| Manikaran | 71 km | easiest Jun, Sep | 10 |
Distances in a straight line from Sarahan; trip costs are rough estimates (not live prices). Tap a town for its own page.
Questions travellers ask
What are the best places to visit in Sarahan?
The best known are Bhimakali Temple, Daranghati Sanctuary, Nathpa Jhakri Dam, Bankotu waterfall, Runpoo waterfall.
When is the best time to visit Sarahan?
Best weather: Apr–Jul, Sep–Oct.
How do I reach Sarahan?
No railway station within 40 km. Nearest main railway station: Chandigarh Junction (CDG), 130 km away. Nearest airport: Bhuntar Airport (KUU), 73 km away.
How much does a 2-day trip to Sarahan cost?
Budget: about ₹1,700–₹3,400 per person; Mid-range: about ₹4,200–₹8,400 per person; Comfort: about ₹9,600–₹18,100 per person. A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Sarahan is not included.
Sources: places from Wikipedia, Wikidata, Wikivoyage and OpenStreetMap; weather from NASA POWER; stations and airports from Wikidata. Last checked Nov 2026.