Chail Cricket Ground

Chail Cricket Ground Overview

, IndiaSet in the green hills of Chail, India, the Chail Cricket Ground is a one-of-a-kind destination.

At an altitude of 2,444 meters, it holds the title of the world’s highest cricket ground, and is a unique experience even for those who are not cricket fanatics.The ground is located close to the city of Solan, and close to Shimla, the capital city of Himachal Pradesh in India. It was established as the summer capital of the Maharaja of Patiala in 1893, and later became the cricket ground when the Maharaja himself promoted its use as a cricket stadium.The ground features a lush, green field of grass surrounded by a fence of tall, towering pines. From the outside, visitors can take in the view of of the field, the surrounding forested hills, and the nearby Chail Palace.

The air in Chail is cool and crisp—perfect conditions for a game of cricket.Though the ground is not always open to the public, cricket lovers will not be left disappointed. From April to October, the Chail Cricket Ground hosts Chail Premier League matches, as well as others, which can be watched from the outside.For those not gifted with the skills to play cricket, the ground has much more to offer. It’s an ideal spot for a walk or a picnic, and is filled with the lovely and quite rare Himalayan flora and fauna. The nearby Chail Palace, which was the royal residence of the Maharaja of Patiala, is also open for visitors.The Chail Cricket Ground is a unique destination for anyone looking for a break from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Its high elevation, stunning scenery, and cricketing history provide enough reasons to visit the world's highest cricket ground.