The What, When and Where of Shimla Tour

Situated among the freezing Himalayan hills, the city of Shimla is known for its exquisite natural beauty and historic architecture. This capital of Himachal Pradesh used to be the summer capital of British officers during the colonial rule in India. The British may have left the place but their architecture is still present in Shimla giving it a colonial era look. Cool hills, mystic woods, various orchards and soothing streams make Shimla one of the key tourist attractions in India. For a tourist visiting Shimla, this place has a lot to offer- adventure, sports, shopping destinations and entertainment. The guide below would tell a tourist willing to visit Shimla, about the key tourist attractions and best time to visit the city and also where he can have a comfortable stay in this hill station. The what, when and where of Shimla are detailed below:-

What-

Shimla is filled with natural and historic edifices. It is a perfect place for a relaxing getaway from the fast paced life of metro cities. Some of the major tourist attractions in Shimla are:-

• The Mall Road
• Shaily Peak
• Arki Fort
• The State Museum
• The Viceregal Lodge
• Jhaku Temple
• The Ridge
• Mashobra
• Kufri

Apart from all these places, Shimla offers a lot of opportunities for trekking, camping, mountain biking, forest trailing, various fairs and festivals and a range of mouthwatering dishes.

When-

Shimla is a hill station situated amidst the Himalayas, that is why it stays cool and refreshing all-round the year. People looking for adventure and a cool getaway can visit this place in summers, while winters provide a romantic atmosphere for honeymooners. Monsoon months are good to enjoy fairs and festivals with soothing greenery. Although, the best time to visit Shimla is from October to April.

Where-

Shimla is conveniently accessible from various cities. It is 117 km from Chandigarh, 280 km from Manali and 370 km from Delhi. Various trains and buses are available from these cities. The easiest way to reach Shimla is through luxury train coaches to Kalka and then a bus or taxi ride till Shimla. The city is filled with accommodation facilities. Various hotels and guesthouses are available in Shimla for all classes. Most of them are 3 star hotels but if one wishes to experience the true comfort of living than 5 star hotels are also available.

Shimla is a tourist’s heaven, as it has a wide array of things for a perfect vacation. So, any person looking for a mind nourishing getaway from the fast paced life of metros can plan a trip to this fascinating city, he would not be disappointed.

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