Shimla Tour & Travel Guide

Erstwhile Summer Retreat of India…

Shimla, also spelt Simla, is the capital town of Himachal Pradesh and one of the most visited summer holiday-retreat for North Indians, rather Indians. A hill town popular for its wintry weather, spectacular valleys & mountains and the British era Victorian architecture, which makes the town look royal & beautiful. This beautiful hill station of India is a desirable honeymoon destination as well.

Strung from a ridge of 12 kilometers with woody hillsides surrounding this erstwhile summer capital of India, Shimla sits majestically atop the Indo-Gangatic plains. Dotted with relics of the British era, the upper part of the town comprises of Victorian style buildings and remains of the past, while the lower slopes have market zones, restaurants and newly established housing areas. Bustling with enthusiastic Indian vacationers, this hill-station has many attractions to keep tourists pinned.

Some popular sightseeing points are Jakhu Temple, Tara Devi Temple, Kali Bari temple, Sankat Mochan temple, Gaiety Heritage Cultural Complex with State Museum, Indian Institute of Advanced Studies, Himalayan Bird Park, Rothney Castle at Kakhu hills, Dorje Drak Monastery, St. Michael's Cathedral and Christ Church, The Glen- A picnic spot, Chadwick falls, Annandale, The Ridge, the Mall Road, Lakkad Bazaar, Scandal Point and the most enjoyable Kalka to Shimla Narrow Gauge Train - A World heritage property to experience.

Shimla's wintery climate, natural beauty, surplus availability of hotels, resorts and homestays and ease of reaching it via road, rail & air makes it a preferable hill holiday destination. Some tourists prefer to visit Shimla in spring or autumn, the off-seasons as termed commercially and the place is much less crowded then. The place is cool, people warm and beauty less explained by words.