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Shimla Travel Guide

Located in the foothills of the majestic Himalayas, Shimla is the capital city of Indian state of Himachal Pradesh. Also known as the Queen of Hill Stations, it is one of the most sought after hill stations and summer resorts of India. The city is enveloped into fantastic natural beauty and age-old charm with many colonial houses. The city is surrounded by seven picturesque hills and connected by ridges.

In summer, Shimla is a popular cool summer resort. In winter it is a wonderful sight and offers a brilliant opportunity to see eye-catching snow falls. This picturesque hill town offers amazing scenic beauty and cool & cheerful climate. It is today a popular destination of nature lovers, summer vacationers, families, children, honeymooners and adventure enthusiasts.

On Shimla tour, you will enjoy copious natural beauty and many attractions of tourist interest. You will experience fantastic and amiable ambiance. You will see many interesting places. You will enjoy many adventure sports and in winter season you will also enjoy lots of water sports like skiing, ice-skating, etc. Accommodation facilities in this picturesque hill town are excellent. In a nutshell, holiday or tourism in this city is an unforgettable experience.

Major tourist attractions in Shimla – the Queen of Hill Stations

There are many attractions in Shimla to visit and explore. In other words, you may say it has lots to offer its visitors. The Mall is the most important tourist place in the city. It is the main shopping area of the city and in the evening its charm is worth watch. The Ridge, Sandal Point and Lakkar Bazaar located near the Mall.
Major attractions to visit in and around Shimla include Jakhoo Hill, Jakhoo Temple, Summer Hill, Prospect Hill, Observatory Hill, Christ Church, Tara Devi Temple, Kamna Devi Temple, Sankat Mochan Temple, Himachal State Museum, Viceregal Lodge, Indian Institute of Advanced Studies, Kali Bari Temple, Kufri Nature Park, Coffee House, Wild Flower Hall, Glen, etc.

How to Reach Shimla
By Air : Shimla is well-connected with major cities and towns of India by domestic flights.

By Rail : Kalka Railway Station is located at the distance of 96 km away from Shimla town. The Toy Train connects Kalka and Shimla. The journey offers amazing and eye-catching scenery.

By Road : Shimla is well-connected by other cities of Himachal Pradesh and some other major cities of India.