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Shimla Tourism, Himachal Pradesh

Tourism in Shimla

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Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, India 
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About Shimla Tourism

Popularly known as ‘Queen of Hill Stations’, Shimla is one of the most traveled destinations in India. Colonial attractions, natural beauty, and scenic views of the valley are highlights of Shimla tourism. The enchanting tourist places in Shimla such as The Mall road, Kufri, Green Valley, Christ Church, and the Ridge Shimla attract a large number of tourists to this hill station. Being one of the most popular hill stations in India, Shimla sees a huge footfall of tourists every year.

Shimla is surrounded by lush green hills and snow-capped mountains. Many tourists like to have beforehand information about Shimla tourism. This Shimla travel guide will prove to be very useful for the tourists who are visiting Shimla. Make sure to find out the best time to visit Shimla, best ways to reach the hill city, and other vital information about Shimla tourism before booking your package.

Famous Hill Stations Near Shimla

Narkanda and Kufri lie less than a 3-hour drive from the main centre of Shimla. Tourists can explore Kufri which is located only a short drive from Shimla. This place is popular for a zoo and an amusement park to entertain people of all ages. Solan is a peaceful town on the way to Shimla from Chandigarh. Narkanda and Mashobra lie en route to Kinnaur Valley. Soghi is also a popular camping spot near Shimla in Himachal.

Honeymoon Destinations in Shimla

A ride on the Kalka Shimla Railway is also a good option for honeymooners. Other romantic places in Shimla include the Ridge, the Mall Road, and Himalayan Nature Park. A romantic getaway to Shimla is perfect for couples who are looking forward to enjoying the natural beauty and want to spend some time together.

Places to Stay in Shimla

Hotel Sanskar, Dolphin Cottage Homestay, Hotel Surya, and Hotel Shimla View are good options for budget travellers. On the other hand, Evoke Shimla Heavens Resort, Zurich Resort, Woodville Palace Hotel, and Radisson Hotel Shimla provide luxury accommodation. There are numerous hotels, resorts and guest houses in Shimla for all kinds of budgets. These hotels offer some of the most pleasant stays to the tourists. 

Adventure Tour in Shimla

Trekking in Shimla can be enjoyed on a few single-day treks to mountain peaks and hilltop temples. Tourists with family and frineds can plan a day trek to Tara Devi and Jakhoo Temple from the ridge in Shimla. Trek to Chadwick Falls and three temples of Dhanu Devta are also popular for nature lovers.

Paragliding in Shimla is famous during the summner months of March through June. Waknaghat is the spot where several local tour operaters provide paragliding services. Tourists can catch a wonderful 360-degree view of the hill station by soaring above the hills. Camping in Shimla is an emerging activity. Shoghi town is the best spot to enjoy camping in Himachal. There are several tour operaters that offer tent or camp stay for both luxury and budget travellers. Narkanda is another great spot for camping in Shimla.

Shopping in Shimla

The local traditional items of Himachal Pradesh are available at most of the shops in Shimla. One can find Wooden Articles, Toys, Kullu Shawls, Caps, Tibetan Carpets and other handicraft items in Shimla. The Mall Road is the best place for honeymooners and families to shop for local items.

Religious Places in Shimla

The Jakhoo Hill is the highest hill of the majestic hill station of Shimla. Jakhoo hill offers a spectacular view of the surrounding hills and the snow-capped mountains. It also offers a splendid view of the entire city of Shimla. A 108 feet tall statue of Lord Hanuman is situated a top the Jakhoo Hill. It is located at an altitude of about 8500 feet above the sea level and stands 108 feet tall. This majestic statue of lord hanuman has special sensors to drive away the birds. Kamna Devi Temple and Kali Bari Temple are other notable shrines in Shimla.

The Christ Church in Shimla is popular for its stunning colonial charm and architectural style. Opened in 1857, it is the second oldest church in North India after Meerut. Daily mass at Christ Church is conducted in both Hindi and English. Nearby tourist attractions from Shimla include Chail, Kasauli, Solan, and Mashobra.

Trekking in Shimla

Shimla features a few rewarding nature trails offering delightful views of fruit orchards in the valley and snow-capped peaks. A trek to temples such as Kamna Devi and Jakhoo Temple allows memorable views around the year. Both treks can be enjoyed by people of any age group. A meandering 4-km-long trail to Tara Devi Temple is a great experience for trekking in Shimla.

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Annandale in Shimla

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Summer Hill in Shimla

Summer hill Shimla is a major tourist attraction for people from far and wide. It is a small hill located a little bit away from the city of Shimla, and is actually one of the seven hills which are part of Shimla. It is certainly the most popular hill among tourists who wish to see some of the most beautiful scenery all aro...

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Green Valley in Shimla

Located about 10 kilometres from downtown Shimla, Green Valley features a beautiful mountain range on the way to Kufri from Shimla along National Highway 22. Owing to its proximity to Shimla Railway Station, this attraction is easily accessible via cabs or taxis. Also known as the Hassan Valley, Green Valley in Shimla is on...

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Shoghi in Shimla

Shoghi is located 13 kilometers away from Shimla and is flooded with lush green hilly slopes and gorgeous pine trees. Shoghi in Shimla is popular for local produce like pickles, syrups, juices, and jellies. The place is also dotted with many temples and is referred to as the temple town. The place can be explored in 2 to 3 ...

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Shopping At Lakkar Bazar In Shimla

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Chug along the pine-covered mountains of Shimla on the famous toy train. This toy train in Shimla is listed among the UNESCO world heritage sights and is one of the major tourist delights of Shimla. Explore the beauty of the lush terrains of Himachal on this toy train ride and let the cool winds sweep across your face.

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How To Reach Shimla

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By Air

The nearest airport from Shimla is in Jubbarhatti and it is located at a distance of 22 km from the main city. Delhi (DEL) to Shimla (SLV) flight is operated by Alliance Air and it takes about 90 minutes to travel by flight. There are flights connecting Jubbarhatti to New Delhi, Kullu, Chandigarh on a daily basis. Many shared cabs are available from Jubbarhatti airport to Shimla. 

By Train

The iconic Kalka Shimla railway line connects Shimla to Kalka. This railway line has been declared as a world heritage site by the UNESCO. It offers an experience one of its kind. Tourists can enjoy the breathtaking views of the lush green mountains, forests, tunnels, bridges. Overall, it is a very pleasurable journey from Kalka to Shimla. The toy train connecting Kalka to Shimla, runs on a narrow gauge railway line. The toy train covers a distance of about 100 km from Kalka to Shimla in about 6 hours. Five trains ply on this route from Kalka to Shimla namely Shivalik Deluxe, Rail Motor, Shimla Express, Himalayan Queen and Shimla Kalka passenger train. The main stops on this route are Dharampur, Barog, Solan and Kandaghat. 

During the summer season, when there is a lot of rush of the tourists, these trains see a lot of footfall. As these trains run at a very slow speed, so one can enjoy the surroundings even better. Some trains even have their roof made up of glass. It offers a splendid view and is a great experience to be in these trains.

By Road

Shimla is well connected by road with major cities in North India. There are direct buses for Shimla from New Delhi, Chandigarh, Kullu, Manali. The bus service of HSRTC is very good and many ac and non ac buses are available from these cities to Shimla. It takes about 8 hours by road to reach Shimla from New Delhi. The distance between Shimla and New Delhi is about 325 km. Many cabs are also available from New Delhi to Shimla. Most of the tourists prefer to travel to Shimla from Delhi by road, as it is a enjoyable journey. While on a road journey from New Delhi to Shimla, one can see some of the breathtaking views of the snow clad peaks of the Himalayas. There are various kinds of hotels and guest houses in Shimla, where the tourists can have a pleasant stay. 

The distance between Shimla and New Delhi is about 325 km. Many cabs are also available from New Delhi to Shimla. Most of the tourists prefer to travel to Shimla from Delhi by road, as it is a enjoyable journey. While on a road journey from New Delhi to Shimla, one can see some of the breathtaking views of the snow clad peaks of the Himalayas. There are various kinds of hotels and guest houses in Shimla, where the tourists can have a pleasant stay. 

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    Avantika Srivastava

    Bengaluru

    Avantika's 4 days trip to Shimla

    We had booked a trip to Amritsar and wagah which turned out to be a good one the hotels were budget with breakfast and dinner included which was ok. Our cab driver was polite and helpful. The only issue we faced was towards the end when the driver mentioned that he had not been paid for the trip and
    said that he could not let us leave till it was cleared by the vendor. Finally the vendor cleared the dues... However I would have expected that this be done earlier so that we did not have to face the hold up at the last minute when we were about to enter the airport.
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    Nanda Kishore

    New delhi

    Nanda's 5 days trip to Shimla

    on first day i asked driver to take us near temple which is 4-5 kms only but he asked 2k extra charge which is rediculus and he blame that this cab is company car and company is worst and suggested us to book local cabs
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    Tridev

    New delhi

    Tridev's 3 days trip to Shimla

    Me And My Missy Had An Amazing Manali Trip. We Were Promised An Alto For 2 Of Us , Upon Reaching We Got A Friggin' 7 Seater !! Boom ... We Were Just So Happy With The Driver "Bodh Raj" (BodhRaj was humble and expert at his job with excellent driving skills, this man ensured the best experience) & "C
    handan" (Chandan Was Our Driver On Day 1 With A Top Model Swift, Dude Was Lit). The Agents in The BackEnd Ensured The Trip Went Smooth Without Any Hassle , Which Indeed Was !! Just Need To Get Better B2B tie ups with the Volvo Company... The Bus Service Pissed Us Off... They Delayed By 2 hours both the time while going and on our way back. Definitely Recommending & Choosing Travel Triangle & Travel Talkies For My Upcoming Trips For Sure ..... A big 10 to you guys...!!!
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    Ravi Ghadia

    Delhi

    Ravi's 7 days trip to Shimla

    Our experience with the trip is good, Enjoyed it very much, ideal tours are very helpful, they answer any time and are very helpful.
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    Shanky

    Himachal

    Shanky's 9 days trip to Shimla

    Pankaj did a very good job for our 9 day himachal trip. He followed up frequently throughout the trip and made sure everything was in place. The only drawback was that the driver was not co operative a few times.
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    Ghantala Vishal

    Ahmedabad

    Ghantala's 6 days trip to Shimla

    I would recommended for next trip of Himachal Pradesh. Everything was arrange so nicely and good communication during the trip to avoid any confusion. We enjoyed a god time during the trip. Vendor is so humble and clear about everything.
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    Zil Shah

    Ahmedabad

    Zil's 4 days trip to Shimla

    I was given 3-star hotels but it was not like that. non of these hotels were 3-star hotels. The driver was good. Planning for sightseeing was good. The only issue was the hotels. Kasauli Nature Inn - Overall Good infra and staff. The food was ok. Distance from Kasauli was more than 1hr. Hotel A
    plin Hillden - Really and infra and rude staff. Torned bedsheets and dirty bedsheets. bathroom locks are broken. The food was tasteless. Distance from MallRoad was 20-25mins.
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    Preethi Samala

    Hyderabad

    Preethi's 5 days trip to Shimla

    Good but travel was tedious It would be beneficial if we reduce day time travelling for long distance
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    Rekha Sen

    New delhi

    Rekha's 4 days trip to Shimla

    Entire trip experience was very good..our travel agent Ankita negi was very supportive throughout the journey but the main issue was bus service( from Manali to Delhi) that was not upto the mark.. Hotel and sightseeing
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    Rupesh Kumar

    Gwalior

    Rupesh's 4 days trip to Shimla

    The Agent Urmila was very good and very helpful for us. Urmila has taken regularly update for our trip.Urmila and her team the ideal tours made us honeymoon trip so beautiful and memorable. Thank you urmila.

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    When does snowfall start in Shimla?

    Snowfall in Shimla usually begins from December and lasts till the end of February. 

    Suggest an easy family trek in Shimla.

    The Tara Devi Temple Trek is one of the best treks for a family in Shimla. On this trek, tourists can traverse through the Himalayan mountain ranges with spectacular view of the slopes. Other highlights include the Shimla-Kalka toy train and the vibrant Tara Devi station. 

    What can I buy in Shimla?

    Lakkar Bazzar is an ideal shopping destination for people who enjoy street shopping. In this Bazaar you can find a diverse range of artefacts, pashmina shawls, woolens and handicrafts. Dry fruits and the "Kullu Shawls" of the bazaar are also very famous. Other things that one can pick up at the Bazaar include wooden handicrafts, Chinese shoes, Tibetan mats and carpets.

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