Attractions in Shimla
Shimla is one of the most commonly visited Hill Stations in India. There are many tourist attraction in Shimla. Shimla is home to the vast natural Flora of the order of Cedars, Poplars and Rhododendron trees. Shimla as one of the most popular Hill Stations in India is also home to two Churches of the order of Christ Church and the neo Gothic Tudor Library building. Other attractions worth a visit in Shimla are Lakkar Bazaar, which is renowned for its local, Himachali souvenirs and it is next door to the Ridge, which is another cornucopia of lush green forestry and plantations.
All this will be covered by a tour to Shimla undertaken by India Travel attaction as the most primary Hill Station in India.Another chief attractions in Shimla is Kufri, which is located at a height of 2501 meters and is fabled for its grassy meadows and skeeable slopes. Himachal Pradesh Tourism completes the heady concoction with its Café Lalit at Kufri, adding up to the stately charm of this Hill Station in India. We arranges the tours to Shimla, a premier Hill Station in India throughout the year but for the slouchy rainy season it is a worth following proposition. Shimla being a gem of Hill Station in India with its old world British charm adding up to its completeness, attracts a thick throng of tourists via tours to Shimla.
Important attraction in Shimla
The Ridge : This large open space in the heart of town presents excellent views of the mountain ranges. Shimla’s landmarks - the neo-Gothic structure of Christ Chursh and the neo-Tudor library building are here.
Lakkar Bazaar : Popular for its wood crafts and souvenirs, this is just off the Ridge.
Jakhu Hanuman Temple:- No visit to the state capital Shimla is complete without visiting Jakhu Hill. This hill looms over Shimla town and is the geographical nucleus. the Hanuman temple at the top of Jakhu hill is the highest point in town. The steep climb is rewarding for the fine views it offers over the surrounding valleys, out to the snow capped peaks and over Shimla it self.
The temple is only 2 km from the Ridge but it could be an hour walk for a person not used to mountain climbing. the temple is one of the most favoured spots for tourists apart from pilgrims. There are many monkeys around the temple, but surprisingly they don’t attack people. Pilgrims offer them eatables which they readily accept. The approach to the temple is through a dense forest of deodars, though many find the climb tiresome. Ponies are available for a to and fro ride to the temple.
St. Micheal’s Cathedral : This dressed - stone church with fine stained glass has a cruciform design. It is located just off the Mall, below the District Courts.
The Glen : At 1830 m, this is a thickly wooded ravine through which a stream flows. It is a popular picnic spot.
Annandale :- Surrounded by a thick deodar forest this large glade has an ancient temple on an edge.
Bhargaon (4 km) : Approached either past the cemetery below St. Edward’s School, or through Tutikandi, this village ha splendid examples of traditional Himachal architecture.
Prospect Hill and Kamna Devi (6 km) : At 2125 and crowned by a temple dedicated to Kamna Devi, the Hill offers spectacular views of the area.
Sankat Mochan (7 km) : This is a temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman.
Chadwick Falls (8 km.) At 1586 m, these rain-fed falls are approached through Summerhill.
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