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Shimla is a tourist destination the best of a kind. Hemmed by deodar and pine forests, Shimla is a striking hill town of its own in the lap of nature. The enjoyable temperature of Shimla beckons innumerable tourists both Indian and foreign round the year. Well connected by road, rail and air while decked with handful of decent lodging and fooding facilities make the place tourist-friendly. However, the fact that the idyllic locale is much safer than any other tourist hideaway makes it one of the reigning hotspots for the nature lovers and vacationers.
The capital state of Himachal Pradesh nestles in the north-west Himalayas in an 18 sq KM mountainous region at an altitude of 2,213 meters. The Queen of the Hills as coined by the British is hallowed with all natural bounties one can simply guess of appropriate to relax and rejuvenate. The breathtaking spectacle as is created by apple orchards and pine forests mingled with clean breeze is sure to leave you speechless. The erstwhile summer capital of British India straddles several hills including the Jakhu, Observatory Hill, Prospect Hill, Elysium Hill and Summer Hill.
The astoundingly beautiful forests of oaks, pines, firs and rhododendron; the comely meadows with celandine, asphodel and hyacinth and the rocky and snowy peaks of the Himalayas are here to arouse your mind with utmost ecstasy. A journey by Kalka- Shimla train is the most pleasant way to unearth and experience the unending mysteries of a retreat called Shimla.
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Prime attraction
Shimla State Museum (Scandal Point) The museum flaunts of sculptures, costumes, miniature Pahari paintings, photos, coins, textiles, woodcarvings and jewellery of the area. It was opened in the year 1974.
Tara Devi Tara Devi is just the finest location for rest and relaxation. Dedicated to the goddess of the stars Tara Devi has a hilltop shrine. The headquarters of the Bharat Scouts and Guides are also there.
Annandale Located two to four kilometers from the ridge lies a popular location for polo, cricket and picnics.
Indian Institute of Advanced Study (Rashtrapati Niwas) Rashtrapati Niwas is the former home of the British Viceroy, Lord Dufferin. The Niwas now houses the Indian Institute of Advanced Study (formerly Viceregal Lodge).
Jakhu Hill Two kilometers from Shimla lies the highest peak in the area. The hill gives a wonderful view of the snow-draped mountains and the town. There is an old temple of Hanuman at the peak.
Kasauli The well-known Hanuman temple can be reached by foot or car. The temple gives spectacular views of Shimla.
Naldehra Naldehra is a peaceful parish located 15 kilometers north of Shimla. Renowned for having one of the highest and oldest golf courses in India lies there in Mahunag Mandir. A temple is there in the midst of the golf course.
Chail Built on three hills, Chail was created as the summer capital by the Maharaja of Patiala.
Mashobra The site of the annual Sipi fair is located 13 kilometers from Shimla. It is an ideal picnic spot. The closest guesthouse is located three kilometers away in Craignano.
Shopping in Shimla Shimla offers variety of item for you to indulge into shopping. This includes handicrafts, wood and metalwork, shawls, caps, Tibetan carpets and pickles, pullovers, local tweeds, jams and squashes. Lay your hands in the many shops in Shimla, which is considered the best market for the handicrafts of Himachal Pradesh.
How to get there
By Air:Nearest airport to Shimla is at Jubberhatti, 26 km from Shimla. It operates flights to Delhi and Kullu. The nearby Chandigarh airport is, however, handier as it is well connected to all the major airports in India.
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By Rail: Shimla is well connected by road with Kalka, Ambala, Delhi, Chandigarh, Dehradun, Jalandhar, Ludhiana, Amritsar, Jammu and other cities of Punjab and Haryana.
By Road:Shimla is well connected by a broad gauge line up to Kalka. From Kalka to Shimla, a narrow gauge line covers 96 kilometers, of track.
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