Tourist Places

Shimla Guide

Placed in the lower ranges of the Himalaya mountains, it is surrounded by pine,deodar, oak and rhododendrom forest. Towards the north lie the now-covered high ranges while the valleys breathe whispering streams and swaying fields. Within the town are host of splendid colonial edifices quaint cottages and charming and walks. Shimla holds a variety of shopping ,sport and entertainment.

It was the Summer Capital of India under the British rule. Shimla has witnessed many important historical events, such as the famous Shimla Pact between India & Pakistan, which was signed here. The place is also famous for its natural beauty, architectural buildings, wooden crafts and apples.

Situated in the north-west Himalayas, Shimla is the capital of Himachal Pradesh. Spread across 12 kms along a ridge that overlooks terraced hillsides and cultivations, Shimla is magnificently robed in dense forests of oak and pine, fur and rhododendron, and it is best to travel here on the slow train from Kalka. Shimla also is a convenient base for variety of adventure sports such as Skiing, Trekking, Fishing and Golfing etc.


Places of Interest in Shimla

The Glen
At 1830m, this is a thickly wooded ravine through which a stream flows. It is a popular pinic spot.

Annandale
Surrounded by a thick deodar forest, this large grade has an anicent temple on edge.

Prospect hill and Kamna Devi
At 2125m and crowned by a temple dedicated to Kamna Devi, the hill offer spectacular wide views of the city and its environs.

Sankat Mochan
This is a temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman.

Tara Devi
2044m A thickly wooded hill whose peak a has temple dedicated to Tara Devi.

Mashobra
At 2149m, this beautiful subrub is surrounded by a thick forests. From here a track down to Sipur which is an exquisite gladed shaded by anicient deadors trees. There are old temples on a side and a fairs is held every April.

Kufri
At 2501m, this is famous for itswide views and ski slopes.An enjoyable walk leads up to the Mahasu Peak. At Kufri, Himachal Tourism runs the Café Lalit.

Fagu
At 2510m, this some enchanting views. Himachal Tourism runs the HotelPeach Blossom here.

Chail
This was the former summer capital of the Patiala state.The place is now runs as luxury hotel by Himachal tourism