About Dhaula Kuan
Dhaula Kuan is a small town and village located in the Paonta Sahib tehsil of Sirmaur district in Himachal Pradesh. Situated at an altitude of approximately 468-508 meters above sea level on National Highway 72, it lies between Nahan and Paonta Sahib. The area is primarily known for its Regional Horticultural Research and Training Station, extensive citrus and mango orchards, and fruit canning facilities. It serves as an agricultural hub with research activities focused on temperate and subtropical fruits.
Visitors guide
Visitors to Dhaula Kuan can expect to see extensive orchards filled with citrus fruits, mango trees, and other horticultural crops. The area features the Regional Horticultural Research and Training Station where agricultural research and demonstration farms are conducted. Visitors can observe fruit cultivation practices, visit fruit canning units operated by the Department of Horticulture, and explore the rural agricultural landscape. The town offers views of the surrounding hills and provides insight into Himachal Pradesh's horticultural industry.
Key highlights
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Regional Horticultural Research and Training Station focusing on citrus, mango, and other fruits
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Extensive orchards with citrus fruits and mango varieties
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Fruit canning factory and processing units
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Agricultural research and demonstration farms
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Scenic location on National Highway 72 between Nahan and Paonta Sahib
Culture & Context
Dhaula Kuan holds significance as an agricultural research and horticultural center in Himachal Pradesh, contributing to fruit cultivation research and development in the region.
Route
| By air | The nearest airport is Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun, approximately 75-94 km away |
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| By train |