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Shimla Tourism
Welcome to the summer capital
of the British, the best refuge for summers of the plains of Northern India. Goddess
Shyamala, an incarnation of Goddess Kali, the deity of power and wrath lends her
name to the hill resort of Shimla. The natural beauty of the 2159 m high Shimla
makes it one of the most popular hill resorts in the country. The terrific tranquility
attracts thousands of tourists year after year. The most frequent area of Shimla
happens to be the Mall. The shopping hub of the hill resort is always crowded
with tourists. The picturesque surroundings and the shops selling a wide spectrum
of items have made the Mall the biggest landmark of Shimla. Close by is the The
six-storeyed Vice-Regal Lodge or Rashtrapati Niwaswhich makes the other much visit
landmark. The architectural style and the lovely lawns are bewitchingly beautiful.
You may even move at light ahead and spot the state bird of Himachal Pradesh Monal
pheasant at the Himalayan aviary besides a large number of other birds.
Besides
the temple dedicated to the Goddess Shymala the hill resorts boasts of the famous
Jhaku Temple. The temple of the monkey faced God Hanuman at the height of 8048
feet above sea level and offers a panoramic view of the city. The collection of
the statues, miniatures, coins and photos at the state Museum is as awe aspiring
as the stained glass windows of the Christ Church and St. Michael’s Cathedral.
The
hill resort also offers picture perfect picnic spots in the lap of lovely nature.
Amidst the glen forests near the stream and then a little ahead amongst the deodar
forests at Annandale are the best bets for family picnics.
You may plan
your trip to Shimla anytime of the year. When the plains experience scorching
summers, Shimla is cool with temperature less than 25 degrees. In winters it is
the best sport for fun and frolic. The adventure sports simply take over the land.
The Christmas and the New Year’s Eve are best spent in the snowfall at Shimla
with your near and dear ones.
Besides being the ultimate summer retreat
Shimla remains an ideal spot for adventure sports. You may take your pick from
the various treks to the Kullu valley or indulge in trout fishing at the Pabbar
River. The more adventurous of you may ski at the Narkanda and Kufri from January
to mid-March. Of course the nine-hole golf course at Naldehra is a major draw
for the tourists.
The beautiful hill resort offers a lot for those of
you who would like to indulge in a shopping spree. You must check out the Mall
for the best in garment and textile industry, here the State emporium offers the
himachali (local) handicrafts and handloom items. The hats that are available
in a wide range of charges and colors make the perfect souvenirs. For the dry
fruits and natural herbs carrying medicinal properties you may check out any of
the local shops whereas the Lakkar Bazaar is the one stop market for the wooden
items of all shapes and sizes.
The capital city for the north Indian state
of Himachal Pradesh is at a distance of 343 km from Delhi, 260 km from Manali,
and 119 km from Chandigarh. The city airport is well connected with Delhi and
Kullu through regular flights.
