MORNI HILLS

Location :
Near Panchkula

Attraction :
Adventure Sports

Description
On the opposite hillside of the Pinjore valley, 45 kms from Chandigarh lie the Morni Hills, past the township of Panchkula. Past sleepy hamlets and cultivated terraces, one witnesses the calm altitudes of the Morni Hills, on chugging up a hill climb of above 3900 ft. with wilderness all around. Situated in the lower reaches of the Shivalik range, Morni is ideal for a holiday with its cool climate, beautiful natural vistas and myriad opportunities for trekking, rock-climbing and other adventure sports. The best time for visiting Morni Hills is from September to March.

Crowned by a pocket of pine trees, the hills look green and blue. The area is quiet, with hardly a bus moving up the hillside. The greens are yet undisturbed. The hills delight with their patches of green trees of pipal, jamun, dhak, the amaltas and the purple flowered jacaranda trees. The river Ghaggar cuts past the hills that are dotted with natural attractions. Two water bodies lie in these hills and are ideal for trek routes. Morni Hills have some villages, where farming is the main occupation.

Trekking
Morni offers many interesting trekking options. One can trek to the two 'tals' and the fort and for the more adventurous; there are treks to the bank of the River Ghaggar, which flows past Morni. Goat tracks lead out of the tourist complex for those keen on walks. The tourist authorities are examining the viability of hang-gliding in Morni, introducing yet another special attraction.

Where To Stay
Mountain Quail: For tourists, Mountain Quail tourist resort has been opened here. Restaurant and guestroom facilities are available. Packed lunch for trekkers can also be ordered for.