Shimla

Quite popular for its Victorian architecture, Shimla is one of the most visited holiday retreats in the state of Himachal Pradesh. The widely known hill station has the privilege of being the capital city of Himachal Pradesh. It is believed that the word 'Shimla' has been derived from Shyamali Devi, a reincarnated form of the fearsome Hindu goddess Kali.

Shimla is a popular holiday destination for honeymooners and newly-wed couples from all around the world. The population of this hill town comprises of a mix of Paharis, Panjabis and Sindhis. The hill station offers all the essential ingredients that make up an unforgettable holiday experience.

Fast Facts

Altitude: 2,100 m
Location: Himachal Pradesh
Climate: Cold Winters & Pleasant Summers Clothing: Heavy woolens in winter Languages: Hindi, English, Punjabi & Pahari

Tourist Attractions

Shimla features several tourist places that make it an increasingly popular travel destination. Some of the most widely known attractions in Shimla are listed below.

The Mall

The town's main shopping centre, the Mall is one of the biggest crowd-pullers in Shimla. The Mall bustles with activities, from morning till night. It is also a perfect place to get in touch with the locals of the hill town.

Jakhu Temple

According to Hindu mythology, it is the site where the monkey god Hanuman took rested during his trip to the Himalayan Mountains. A one-hour walk takes to the temple, which is situated above town affording picturesque views of the mountains.

Viceregal Lodge

Another major tourist attraction in Shimla is the Viceregal Lodge. Built under the supervision of Lord Dufferin in the year 1888, the lodge is an impressively constructed British Raj mansion. Manucured British-style gardens add much to the beauty of the mansion. No cameras are allowed inside.

Tara Devi Temple

At Tara Devi shrine goddess of stars is enshrined, that is the main reason of its popularity. It is locates at the top of its expansion. The distance between the Tara Devi temple and Shimla bus stop is nearly 11 kilo meters. The most revered temple is located at an elevation of 6,070 feet above sea level. It is the adequate site to take some rest in the calm climate in Shimla.

How to reach

Shimla is easily accessible by air. There is Shimla airport which locates at a distance of 23 kilo meters at Jubbarhutti. Jagsons Airways provides tremendous sevices to the tourists connecting Shimla to the major parts of the country. It is well connected with bus routes too. Kalka is the nearest railway station, 96 kilo meters from Shimla. No direct link to Shimla. You have to take a train firs to Delhi and from there you can easily reach Shimla.

Shimla Tour Packages (6 Nights 7 Days)

Destinations Covered : Haridwar - Shimla - Kulu - Manaki - Chandigarh

Day 01: Hardwar to Shimla - Night Halt
Day 02: Shimla Local Sight Seeing- Night Halt
Day 03: Shimla to Manali - Night Halt
Day 04: Manali Local Sight Seeing- Night Halt
Day 05: Manali to Rohyang Local Sight Seeing back to Manali - Night Halt
Day 06:Manali to Chandigarh - Night Halt
Day 07: Chandigarh Local Sight Seeing and back to Haridwar

The above package cost include
¤ Accommodation on family basis Rooms with attached bathrooms.
¤ Including all mela (Bed Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Tea and Dinner)
¤ Transport by tourist cabs (Ambassador, Indica, Bolero, Qualis, Tavera, Innova etc.)

Package cost not include
¤ Any expenses of personal telephone, Laundry, Entrancefee, Ropeway, Prorter and Pony.