TRAVEL TO SHIMLA

TRAVEL TO SHIMLA 

Goddess 'Shamla Devi' has received its name, which is another manifestation of Goddess Kali. In 1819 the British came to light the capital of Himachal Pradesh while searching for it. Until then, it was part of the Nepali Empire. In 1864 Shimla was declared the summer capital of India. After independence, Shimla became the capital of Punjab and later became Himachal Pradesh's capital. A train line was built between Kalka and Shimla to start the train journey in 1903.

PLAN YOUR TOUR IN SHIMLA

shimla has been full of a natural bounties. In the colonial era, along with the structures made, the magnificent calm mountains make an aura, which is very different from other hill stations. While lifting on its borders with unprecedented detail, Shimla retains its colonial legacy with its old buildings, such as Viceregal Lodge, charming iron lamp posts and Anglo-Saxon. A lot of malls and malls packed with shops and eateries are the center of attraction of the city, and scandal points connected to the Maharaja before fleeing Patiala provides a view of the peak of the remote snowfall.

Shimla's Heritage Walk Tour

There is a walk around the summer capital
Shimla India is one of the few places in the world where in such a short time the history and heritage has been heavily distilled in such a small space. A small tour of this heritage town will tell you that this city came in the first quarter of the 19th century and after four decades, British became the "summer capital" of India. Until the arrival of India's independence in 1947, packed important events and memorable architecture city.

Today, the colonial order has gone, but its architectural desire is now part of the heritage for an independent India. And the seven hills of Shimla have caught various architectural styles from all over the world - all are structured locally for structural elements. In addition, the city is the longest part of the pedestrian road and      shopping anywhere in the world - malls Shimla can be the only 'urban forest' of the earth.

Shimla's Seven Hill Attractions

                          

Shimla is the seven hills of India - Prospekt Hill in Western Shimla, in which there is a Temple of Kamna Devi; Summer Hill in Western Shimla, which is the campus of Himachal Pradesh University; Observatory hill in western Shimla, in which the property of Indian Advanced Education Institute; Invererarm in Western Shimla, whose top state museum is; Bantoni in central Shimla, which has a Grand Hotel; Jakhu in central Shimla, which is crowned by the temple, Lord Hanuman and north-western Shimla indicate aliases, in which there is Auckland House and Longwood and the Bharari reaches towards Spur.

Famous Travel Places to Visit in Shimla

Annandale

Annandale, just 2-km below the Ridge in Shimla, offers a picturesque piece of ground, charmingly adapted for recreation in the days of the Raj. Today it affords a pleasant change from the perpetual slopes above and is hence amongst very popular places to visit in Shimla.

Chadwick Falls

Beyond the Summer Hill and 7-km west of the ridge from Shimla are the Chadwick Falls, which was once the site of a 67-m aquatic spectacle.

Chapslee

Containing the comfortable elegance of an English country manor, Chapslee was originally built in 1835.

Christ Church And St Michael'S Cathedral

The most prominent building on the Mall is the yellow Christ Church, reputed to be the second oldest church in northern India. The silhouette of this can be seen on the skyline for miles around. It was designed by Colonel JT Boileau in 1844, but consecrated only after 1857. The clock was donated by Colonel Dumbleton in 1860, and the porch added in 1873. 

Churdhar Sanctuary

The sanctuary got its name from the Chur Peak, on the top of which sits a majestic status of Lord Shiva. On your tour its sure to come across a large number of multi-coloured and agile Monals in the adjoining forests.

Gurkha Castles

Travel to Gurkha castles in Solan, Sirmour, Bilaspur and Shimla districts remind us of the life and time under the Gurkha regime. While most of the structures built by the Gurkhas have crumbled, the remaining few beckon tourists.

Hatkoti

Some 105-km east of Shimla, in Jubbal Tehsil on the banks of the river Pabbar, lays the mysterious valley of stone temples Hatkoti. Close by stands a small village by the name of Parhaat.

Jakhu Temple

Jakhu temple is an integral part of the list of places to visit in Shimla. No visit to the state capital Shimla is complete without visiting Jakhu Hill. This hill looms over Shimla town and is the geographical nucleus. The Hanuman temple at the top of Jakhu hill is the highest point in town.

Jeep Safari In Himachal Pradesh

By jeep, car or on motorcycle, one can explore the variety Himachal has to offer. By jeep, the Trans Himalayan tracts can steadily unfold their natural and man-made wonders. 

Karyali Lake

In district Shimla,Karyali Lake lies on the northern face of the peak of Chhoti Shali.

Kotesvara Temple

The Kotesvara (also spelt as Kotesvar) temple is a magnificient structure dedicated to Shiva who is represented there in the form of 'Shivalinga'. 

Mahatma Gandhi's Retreat: Gorgian Mansion

A magnificent mansion, majestically standing close to the 'Administrative Block' of Himachal Pradesh University at Summer hill, a suburb of Shimla, was the house of Late Raj Kumari Amrit Kaur, a veteran freedom fighter and close associate of Gandhiji and the first Union Health Minister of India. 

Padam Palace

Resting in a nest-shaped valley on the left bank of the Satluj River is Rampur's Padam Palace, 125-km from Shimla. Travel to this township came up because of its strategic location on the old Hindustan-Tibet trade route, which was accessible and not snowbound.

Shirigul Temple

One of the oldest and the most important temples of Shirigul are situated on the Chur Dhar Peak. 

Tattapani

On the right banks of the river Satluj, is Tattapani famous for its hot sulphur springs. The place also has religious importance. These natural sulphur springs are invigorating and have curative values. All these have together made Tattapani one of the topmost places to visit in Shimla. 

The Cecil

In the last quarter of the 19th century, at the site of the Cecil - towards the western stretch of Shimla's elegant Mall - stood the small 'Tendril Cottage'.

The Holme

Perhaps a place with greater 'heritage' than many, and a recent addition to the heritage hotel list, is The Holme, at Summerhill in Shimla. 

The Oberoi Clarkes Tour

Towards the eastern end of Shimla's Mall, where the row of shops end, is the Clarkes.

The Ridge

The large open space in the heart of town presents excellent view of the mountain ranges. Shimla's landmarks - the Neo-Gothic structure of Christ Church and the new - Tudor Library building is worth seeing

Viceregal Lodge

On the Observatory Hills is located Viceregal Lodge, which is also known as Rashtrapati Niwas. This magnificent building was the residence of the British Viceroy Lord Dufferin

War Memorial

Just over 2-kms from Gandhi Chowk is Martyr's Memorial at Panjpulla (five bridges), which commemorates Ajit Singh, a supporter of Subhash Bose and the Indian national Army during World War II. 

Woodville Palace Hotel

Backed by a hillside covered with trees of tall Himalayan cedar - the fabled 'deodar' - Woodville is a stately art-deco mansion.

Baisakhi

Held on first 'Baisakh'- the 13th April - Baisakhi is one of Himachal's most important festivals. Rooted in the rural agrarian tradition, it bids a final farewell to winter, it is worth to participate in this festival on your holiday tours to Shimla. 

Bharari Spur

It is a less explored area within the town. From here, one can take a long haul by foot through the thick cedar forest to the Hot-springs of Tattapani, or to the ruins of Kiar Koti. 

Chander Naun

Accessible to experienced trekkers and fed by a series of springs, this lake lies in the Chanshal (Chansil) range at a height of 4,420m. 

Climate

The climatic differences in the state of Jammu and Kashmir are probably the most varied in all of India - in Jammu in the hot season the temperatures can be consistently above 400 C, while at Kargil in mid winter the temperature has been known to drop to -400 C, a temperature differential of 1500 F!

Dagshai

Another little cantonment at an altitude of 1,925m just 19-km from Kasauli, it is accessible by a link road, which diverts from Dhrampur. Dagshai is perched on a small hill and comprisse of a military public school and numerous military barracks

Daranghati Sanctuary

Daranghati sanctuary located in the upper area of Shimla District, has undisturbed forest area with plenty of wildlife and was notified on 27th March 1974. The total covered area of this sanctuary is 16740 hectares. It is one of the most loved places to visit in Shimla.

Dharampur, Shimla

Just 15-km from Kasauli on the National Highway No.22, Dharampur is situated. Amidst the healthy air of the fragrant pines, Dharampur has one of the best hospitals in India for the cure of tuberculosis. It is also connected by Kalka-Shimla railway line. 

Himalayan Aviary

Close to the Viceregal lodge is the Himalayan Aviary or the Himalayan Bird Park. This park is a natural habitat of numerous species of birds found in Himachal such as Himalayan Monal, Pheasants, Peafowls and National Bird of India, the Peacock. 

Kuthar Fort

Kuthar fort's oldest sections are 800 years old while the most recent structures are barely eight decades old. This is spread over a large area and fresh-water springs flow within its confines. 

Nature Parks: Travel To Kufri, Manali, Gopalpur

These are small nature parks getting very popular among the tourists who whish to admire the expance of nature.

Prospect Hill

Crowned by a temple dedicated to Kamna Devi 15-minutes walking tour from Boileauganj on Shimla-Bilaspur road. The hill at an altitude of 2,155m offers a spectacular view of the area. 

Sabathu

A little cantonment town has a Gurkha fort built in the early years of the 19th century, situated at an altitude of 1,437m. This cantonment town quartered the British soldiers at the time of British Empire. A diversion road from Dharampur 15-km away leads to the Sabathu town. 

Sankat Mochan

On Shimla-Kalka road is the famous "Lord Hanuman" temple. Situated at an altitude of 1,975m, it commands an excellent view of Shimla town.

Shimla State Museum

Housed in a charming colonial building, Inverarm, the State museum is located atop a hill that rises above the Chaura Maidan. A selection of Himachal's rich heritage is displayed over here.

Holiday Tour on Summer Fairs

A wide spectrum of national talent, a variety of programmes and a splendid setting make Shimla's Summer Festival a memorable event. Shimla Hill Station also hosts the Red Cross Fair, sport tournaments, flower shows, a photographs and posters exhibition and a fashion show based on folk costumes. 

Summer Hill

At an altitude of 1,283m, Summer Hill is a picturesque spot on Shimla-Kalka Railway line offering shady walks in quiet surroundings. The Father of Nation, Mahatma Gandhi during his visit to Shimla lived in the elegant Georgian House of Raj Kumari Amrit Kaur located here. HP University is also situated over here.

Tara Devi

On Shimla-Kalka road this holy place is accessible by rail, bus and car (11-km). From the station / road - one can visit the temple either on foot or by taxi / jeep. 

Trekking

Himachal offers a virtual bonanza for trekkers. From moderate to strenuous treks ranging up to 11 days and the best season to trek over here is during the months of June to October. One of Himachal's classic routes is the Chandra Bhaga triangle and the Baralacha Pass at a height of 4,833m.

Viceregal Lodge & Botanical Gardens

On the Observatory Hills is located Viceregal Lodge, which is also known as "Rashtrapati Niwas". This m

gnificent building was the residence of the British Viceroy Lord Dufferin. This lodge was completed in 1888 and it is said that every brick for the building was carried by mules. This is a six-storey building and is surrounded by well-maintained gardens and lawns. The lodge has now been converted into Institute of Advanced Study and is further 2-km from State Museum.

These are some famous place in shimla where you can travel .

Leisure Travel At Shimla

Being the state's capital, handicrafts from all over the state come here for sale. Choosing Shimla as your vacation vacations and not going for a shopping tour is not really a good idea. In the mall there are some good and big names in the textile and textile industry. State Emporium offers many handicrafts and handloom items on the mall, which are made by the artisans of Himachal. The famous Himachal cap comes in different rates and bright colors. The logic market is famous for wood products. These decorative wooden objects are made of softwood found in the mountainous area. In addition, dried fruit and natural herbs, which have many medicinal properties, are also easily available in shops

What to shop

WHERE AND WHAT TO BUY
Wooden Articles, Toys: 
The Mall, Lower Bazar, Lakkad Bazar 
The Mall 
Himachal Emporium 
(Kullu and Kinnauri Shawls, Caps, Tibetan Carpets and other handicraft articles) 

Where to Eat

Restaurants: 
Ashiana Goofa Restaurant
The Ridge 
Fascination Restaurant 
The Mall 
Alfa Restaurant 
The Mall 
Himani Restaurant
The Mall 
Nalini Restaurant 
The Mall 
Embassy Restaurant
The Mall 
Solitaire Restaurant 
The Mall 
Solitaire Restaurant 
The Mall 
India Coffee House 
The Mall 

Hotel Resorts and Travel Places To Stay in Shimla

The capital city and commercial hub of Himachal has got some of the finest options of accommodation. The options vary from luxurious, posh looking five star hotels, cottages and holiday resorts to economy class and budget hotels and lodging rooms

TOP HOTELS IN SHIMLA LIST
1-The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla
2-Clarkes Hotel
3-Kapil Hotel
4-Snow Valley Resorts Shimla
5-Marigold Sarovar Portico
6-Sunshine Courtyard Resort
7-Hot spring Health Care
8-Hotel Silverine
9-Hotel Marina
10-Hotel Willow Banks
These are the best hotels available is there.If you want to booking in these hotel then the site link is available below.clik the link nad you can get best booking offer.

https://www.tripadvisor.com/HotelsList-Shimla-Hotels-With-Balconies-zfp2908292.html

This is all about Shimla Tour.so i hope this information will be able to give a proper direction that how you can make a happy journey to SHIMLA..