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Morni | |
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Location of in Haryana | |
Highest point | |
Elevation | 1,220 m (4,000 ft) |
Listing | List of Indian states and territories by highest point |
Coordinates | 30°42′N 77°05′E / 30.700°N 77.083°E |
Geography | |
Location | Panchkula district, Haryana |
Parent range | Shivalik Hills of Himalayas |
Climbing | |
Easiest route | Hike / scramble |
Morni is a village and tourist attraction in the Morni Hills at the height of 1,267 metres (4,157 ft) in the Panchkula district of the Indian state of Haryana. It is located around 45 kilometres (28 mi) from Chandigarh, 35 kilometres (22 mi) from Panchkula city and is known for its Himalayan views, flora, and lakes. The name of Morni is believed to derive from a queen who once ruled the area two thousand years back. She was said to be a just and noble ruler. Morni was also a jagir of Raja Mir Syed Muhammad Baquar Ali Khan.