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Chindi
Chindi is a 1–2 night stop for quiet hill walks and orchard views, not a destination on its own. Use it as a break between Shimla and Mandi or en route to Kinnaur/Spiti.
Chindi is a small village in the Karsog Valley of Central Himachal Pradesh, known for its apple orchards, deodar and pine forests, and the historic Chindi rest house. It offers a quiet alternative to busier hill stations, with several temples and easy walks. Most visitors stay one or two nights before moving on.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- INR
- Best months
- Mar–Jun, Sep–Nov
- avoid Jul–Aug (heavy rain, landslides possible), Dec–Feb (cold, some roads may close)
- Airport
- SLV
- Nights
- 1–2
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Rules in force · 6
- South Asia ↗Trekking regions, border districts and several Indian states need separate permits on top of the visa; check the permit before you book transport into them.
- South Asia ↗Remove shoes (and in many Jain and Hindu temples, leather) before entering; cover shoulders and legs; ask before photographing people or rituals.
- India ↗Apply for the e-visa only on the official government portal (indianvisaonline.gov.in); lookalike sites charge extra. Check the current rules, fees and how far ahead to apply.
- India ↗Do not follow anyone who says your hotel is closed, the station ticket office is closed or a road is shut; use the prepaid taxi counter, the metro or an app car.
- India ↗Carry Indian rupees in small notes (10, 20, 50, 100); change for 500 is often refused.
- India ↗Parts of the Northeast, Sikkim, Ladakh, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and all border belts need a Protected or Restricted Area Permit or an Inner Line Permit for foreigners; check before you book the route.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Chindi112 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Chindi, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Indian rupees (INR, ₹) in small notes for autos, street food, tips and entry tickets.India-wide
- SIM or eSIMJio, Airtel and Vi sell tourist SIMs at airport counters and their shops; passport, visa and a photo needed; activation can take a few hours.India-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap.India-wide
- TippingRestaurant: 5–10% if no service charge is on the bill.India-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/D/M. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.India-wide
- SafetyChindi is very safe for tourists.
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- RestroomsWestern toilets in hotels, malls and airports; squat toilets with a water jug or hose in stations and villages.India-wide
- Emergency numbers112 police · 112 fire and ambulance (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysThe Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays; many museums close on Mondays; banks close on the second and fourth Saturdays…India-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportSLV Shimla Airport (Jubbar-Hatti) (110 km (68 mi); taxis and buses to Chindi, about 3–4 h).SLV Shimla Airport (Jubbar-Hatti) (68 mi (110 km); taxis and buses to Chindi, about 3–4 h).
- Getting aroundWalking covers the village and nearby temples.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Street or quick mealChai at a roadside stall₹10–20 (≈ under US$1)
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)Taxi Chindi–Mandi (one way)check₹1,500–2,000 (≈ US$18–25)
- Metro or bus rideBus Chindi–Shimla (one way)check₹200–300 (≈ US$3–4)
- Budget bedDorm bed in Karsog, a night, per person₹500 (≈ US$6)
- Mid-range bedDouble room (HPTDC or guesthouse), a night, per room₹2,500 (≈ US$30)
- High-end bedDouble room (HPTDC or guesthouse), a night, per room₹4,000 (≈ US$50)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ₹1,500 (≈ US$18) · Mid ₹3,000 (≈ US$35) · High ₹5,000 (≈ US$60)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- SLV Shimla Airport (Jubbar-Hatti) (110 km (68 mi); taxis and buses to Chindi, about 3–4 h)SLV Shimla Airport (Jubbar-Hatti) (68 mi (110 km); taxis and buses to Chindi, about 3–4 h)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Feb
Avoid
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
Mar
Best
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
Apr
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
May
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Jun
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Jul
Avoid
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Aug
Avoid
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Sep
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Oct
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Nov
Best
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Dec
Avoid
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
Best: Mar–Jun, Sep–Nov. Avoid: Jul–Aug, Dec–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Jun (29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)), coolest Jan (2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C) low), wettest Jul (16 rain days), driest Nov (2). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Chindi: next 7 days
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Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
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Feb
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
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Mar
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
5 rd
Apr
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
5 rd
May
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
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Jun
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
9 rd
Jul
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
16 rd
Aug
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
15 rd
Sep
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
9 rd
Oct
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
3 rd
Nov
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
2 rd
Dec
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
2 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Walking covers the village and nearby temples. For longer trips, hire a taxi or take local buses from the Chindi bus stop. Roads are narrow and winding.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Door to door: 2 h
Bus or taxi, about 2 h
Market town and transport hub; visit the Bhootnath temple and Rewalsar lake.
Door to door: 2.5 h
Bus or taxi via Mandi, about 2.5 h
Tibetan-influenced town with a sacred lake and monasteries.
Door to door: 5–6 h
Bus or taxi, about 5–6 h
Long drive; better as a stop on a longer itinerary.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Near the rest house
HPTDC Hotel Mamleshwar and the Chindi rest house itself; quiet, with views.
Karsog town
About 10 km (6.2 mi); more budget options and local transport.About 6.2 mi (10 km); more budget options and local transport.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ₹1,500–2,500 (≈ US$18–30) excl. bed
- Mid
- ₹2,500–4,000 (≈ US$30–50) excl. bed
- High
- ₹4,000 (≈ US$50)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Double room (HPTDC or guesthouse)1 × 2 nights × ₹2,500 | ₹5,000 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 2 days × ₹3,000 | ₹12,000 |
| Taxi from Shimla to Chindi (one way)1 × ₹3,000 · check | ₹3,000 |
| Local bus Shimla–Chindi (one way)2 × ₹200 · check | ₹400 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ₹2,040 |
| Trip total≈ ₹5,610 per person per day, bed included | ₹22,440≈ US$300 |
2026 estimate in rupees; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Chai at a roadside stall | ₹10–20 (≈ under US$1) |
| Simple meal (dal, rice, sabzi) | ₹150–300 (≈ US$2–4) |
| Taxi Chindi–Mandi (one way)check | ₹1,500–2,000 (≈ US$18–25) |
| Bus Chindi–Shimla (one way)check | ₹200–300 (≈ US$3–4) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Roads can be affected by landslides during monsoon (Jul–Aug): check conditions before travel.
- No ATM in Chindi; carry enough cash from Mandi or Shimla.
- The rest house is popular with government officials; book ahead if you want to stay there.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 112
- Fire and ambulance
- 112
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Emergency
- Police112
- Fire and ambulance112
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Shimla → Chindi by bus: about ₹200–300 (≈ US$3–4), 3–4 h (check)
- Chindi → Mandi by taxi: ₹1,500–2,000 (≈ US$18–25), about 2 h (check)
Say or show
- नमस्ते — Hello (namaste)
- धन्यवाद — Thank you (dhanyavaad)
- कितना है? — How much? (kitna hai?)
- बस स्टॉप कहाँ है? — Where is the bus stop? (bus stop kahaan hai?)
- कृपया — Please (kripya)
Hindi is widely understood; English is spoken at hotels and bus stands.
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Chindi. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Mar–Jun, Sep–Nov · avoid Jul–Aug (heavy rain, landslides possible), Dec–Feb (cold, some roads may close) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
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