10 Best Places to visit in Shimla
Shimla is an attractive hill station and the capital of Himachal. Situated amidst the Shivalik ranges, Shimla is a perfect getaway destination with snow- clad mountains, beautiful valleys, green countryside and deodar forests.: Shimla is one of the most alluring tourist destinations in India. The city offers an ideal retreat to anyone looking to spend a few days in the lap of nature away from the hustle and bustle of modern life. It is one of the places which you cannot afford to miss while traveling in Himachal Pradesh.
Here is the list of top 10 best places to visit in Shimla
Mall Road and Ridge
If you ever happen to visit Shimla, there is a place you cannot miss. A place that is a symbol of true beauty and is a favourite with the tourists. The mall road of Shimla is a bustling pedestrian street that holds a special charm. It is dotted with several shops that catch one's attention with their dazzling display of the most attractive stuff. It is very soothing to walk down this lonely road as it is full of life and people from all parts of the country throng to this place to have a glimpse of everything that appeals to them. This road offers a lot of opportunities to the shoppers as they find an ideal array of apparel, handicrafts and souvenirs available in the shops here. One can also enjoy a variety of snacks and dishes at many restaurants here. The Mall road has many popular attractions like Christ Church, Ridge, Scandal point, Town Hall and Gaiety theatre.
Lakkar Bazar and Lower Bazar
Lakkar Bazar is one of the traditional markets in Shimla, where you may find all the beautiful stuff crafted by hand. Lakkar bazar is situated in the heart of shimla at walking distance from The Ridge. Lakkar Bazar is famous for wooden stuff and souvenirs. Wooden frames, boxes, carvings, handicrafts, paper mache crafts, etc can be found here. Tourists can also buy a variety of other things here such as local crafts, scarfs, shawls and local woolen caps.
Lower Bazar is a crowded market on a narrow street, and is popular among the local residents of Shimla. It contains shops selling all kinds of goods, including clothing, footwear, hardware, stationery, utensils, electrical goods, household utensils, toiletries and food items.
Jakhoo Temple
Jakhoo Temple Shimla is one of the most famous temples in Shimla. It is located on the top of a hill called Jakhoo hill, and can be reached by a small hike, cable car or by road.
The temple belongs to Lord Hanuman and it offers a breathtaking view of the nearby mountain peaks. The temple is quite famous for its massive statue of Lord Hanuman. If you are someone who likes to explore temples then this one is a must visit for you.
Kalka Shimla Railways
If you are a travel enthusiast, you might have heard about the famous “Toy train”, a heritage line between Kalka and Shimla.The Kalka Shimla railways is a breathtaking train journey that takes you through some of the most beautiful nature one can witness from trains in India. The rail journey takes about 5 hours, and is a UNESCO World Heritage line. The whole journey runs along the picturesque Shivalik range, and offers breathtaking views of the Himalayas. It goes through various tunnels, following the narrow valleys and taking you up on a journey of a lifetime.
Himachal State Museum
Himachal Pradesh has a rich and varied history, reflected in the architecture of its temples, forts and monuments. The State Museum at Shimla showcases the history of Himachal through paintings, sculptures, photographs and other exhibits. The museum is housed in an old victorian mansion called “inverarm” and is located in a very picturesque location near the Oberoi Cecil hotel in Chaura Maidan.
Indian institute of Advanced Studies
Indian Institute of advanced studies is one of the most beautiful and important buildings in the history of Shimla. The place was the home of the viceroy of India during the British times when Shimla was the summer capital of India.
The institute has also played host to many famous visitors like Mahatma Gandhi, Indra Gandhi and Jawaharlal Nehru and many historical decisions have been made here like the Shimla conference to decide upon the self rule in India and the historical decision in 1971 to carve Bangladesh from Pakistan. The place is now a research institute for Postdoctoral scholars and a section of the building is open for tourists for a glimpse of it.
Annadale Army Heritage Museum is located near the Annadale ground. The museum is dedicated to the Indian army and showcases the history of the Indian Army for more than 2000 years. Surrounded by the thick deodar forest there is also a beautiful nag devta temple located near the museum.
Mashobra is a quaint little town located around 12 kms from the Shimla city center. Mashobra is famous for its peaceful surroundings and thick Deodar forest. Many luxury hotels are located in the vicinity of Mashobra and is also famous for one of the presidential retreats in India. Craignano Nature Park is a newly added attraction in Mashobra and is famous for its beautiful gardens, nature walks, peaceful surroundings and small fun activities for children.
Naldehra is further 12 kms ahead of Mashobra and is famous for its spectacular 18 hole golf course, which is also one of the oldest golf clubs in India. The place is picture perfect and one can also enjoy activities like forest walks, horse riding, zip lining and Burma bridge.
Kufri is Located around 16 kms from the Shimla city center and is a major tourist attraction famous for its zoo, amusement park and the beautiful vistas. Enjoy the horse riding tour, Kufri fun world and other adventure activities at the Mahasu top. Kufri is also known for its picturesque views of snow-capped mountains and snow-related activities during winter.
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