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Rahon
Rahon is a town and a municipal council in the district Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar of the Indian state of Punjab. Rahon is in Doaba region of Punjab.
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- Sheikhupur Bagh
- Mahal Khurd
Rahon at a Glance
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Places to Visit
- Sheikhupur Bagh: Sheikhupur Bagh is a village in Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar district of Punjab State, India.
- Mahal Khurd: Mahal Khurd is a village in Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar district of Punjab State, India.
Sightseeing Places
- Sheikhupur Bagh: Sheikhupur Bagh is a village in Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar district of Punjab State, India.
- Mahal Khurd: Mahal Khurd is a village in Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar district of Punjab State, India.
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- Budget & Practical Tips: Costs and safety notes from local guidebook sources.
How to Reach
- By Air: The nearest airport is Adampur Airport (AIP), about 55 km from Rahon.
- By Train: The nearest railway station is Rahon railway station, about 1 km from central Rahon.
Best Time to Visit
- Summer: Summer in Rahon (Apr, May, Jun) averages 22–35°C with about 53 mm of rain per month.
- Monsoon: Monsoon in Rahon (Jul, Aug, Sep) averages 26–33°C with about 104 mm of rain per month.
- Post-monsoon: Post-monsoon in Rahon (Oct, Nov) averages 15–28°C with about 17 mm of rain per month.
- Winter: Winter in Rahon (Dec, Jan, Feb) averages 9–20°C with about 35 mm of rain per month.
Weather
- Summer: Average highs of 35°C and lows of 22°C.
- Monsoon: Average highs of 33°C and lows of 26°C.
- Post-monsoon: Average highs of 28°C and lows of 15°C.
- Winter: Average highs of 20°C and lows of 9°C.
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History
- Summary: Rahon is a town and a municipal council in the district Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar of the Indian state of Punjab. Rahon is in Doaba region of Punjab.
- Overview: Rahon is a town and a municipal council in the district Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar of the Indian state of Punjab. Rahon is in Doaba region of Punjab. Doaba also known as Bist Doab, is the region of Punjab, India that lies between the Beas River and the Sutlej River.
- Medieval Period: Rahon was also among the 50 most populous cities in the world for many centuries, particularly in the period between 52 B.C.-1750 A.D.. After that period, Rahon started witnessing gradual decline due to epidemics, attacks from foreign invaders, and a reduction in merchant activity when the silk route began to bypass Rahon in favor of Kabul. Rahon had Asia's oldest mandi bazaar (now ruined) situated at the city's Delhi gate. The bazaar was famous for its variety and quality of products, including spices, weapons, apparel, and footwear.
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Significance
Rahon was also among the 50 most populous cities in the world for many centuries, particularly in the period between 52 B.C.-1750 A.D..
Historical Significance
Rahon was also among the 50 most populous cities in the world for many centuries, particularly in the period between 52 B.C.-1750 A.D..
Frequently Asked Questions
Rahon is most comfortable in January, February, March, April and October, when average daytime highs stay at or below 32°C and rainfall is low. The hottest month is May (average high 36°C) and the wettest months are July and August.
The nearest airport is Adampur Airport (AIP), about 55 km away. The nearest railway station is Rahon railway station, about 1 km away. See the How to Reach page for road, rail and air details.
Main attractions include Sheikhupur Bagh and Mahal Khurd.
A stay of 1 day covers the main sights. Ready-made 1-day and 2-day itineraries are linked on this page.
Average highs range from 16°C to 36°C over the year, with about 657 mm of rain in total.
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