Nadaun
Human-reviewedNadaun, Hamirpur, Himachal Pradesh
- On the
- Beas river
- History
- Katoch (Kangra) connection; Battle of Nadaun, 1691
- Now known for
- Trout angling, riverside camping
- From Hamirpur
- ~25 km
About
Nadaun sits where the Hamirpur–Kangra road crosses the Beas. It was long linked to the Katoch dynasty — Raja Sansar Chand of Kangra made it a favoured residence, and the Amtar palace and old temples date from that period. The Battle of Nadaun in 1691, in which hill rajas with Guru Gobind Singh's forces fought a Mughal detachment, was fought nearby; Guru Gobind Singh's Bani Bhikham compositions reference it. Today the calm, wide stretch of the Beas here is used for angling and for riverside tented camps, and the town is a quiet stop between Hamirpur and Kangra.
How to reach
- Nadaun is on the Hamirpur–Kangra road, about 25 km from Hamirpur and 45 km from Kangra.
- Buses on the Hamirpur–Dharamshala route pass through Nadaun.
- Nearest airport is Gaggal (Kangra); Una is the nearest broad-gauge railhead.
Best time to visit
October to March. The lower Beas valley here is hot in summer; the monsoon raises the river.
Weather in Nadaun
Updated every 30 min28°C
Clear sky
- Feels like
- Feels 33°
- Today's range
- H 30° · L 22°
- Wed31° 21°
- Thu32° 21°
- Fri31° 22°
Weather data by Open-Meteo.com
Things to know
- Angling on the Beas needs a permit from the state fisheries department.
- River levels change quickly after rain — follow camp operators' advice on where it is safe.
- Sights in town are low-key; the river is the main reason to stop.
FAQ
What is the Battle of Nadaun?
An engagement in 1691 near Nadaun in which a group of hill rajas, supported by Guru Gobind Singh, defeated a Mughal force sent to collect tribute. Guru Gobind Singh described it in his writings.
Can you fish at Nadaun?
Yes, the Beas here is a known angling stretch for trout and mahseer, with a permit from the Himachal fisheries department; several riverside camps arrange it.
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