MESMERIZING PLACES TO VISIT IN SHIMLA ON YOUR NEXT VACATION

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YOU CANT AFFORD TO MISS THESE PLACES IN YOUR
VISIT TO SHIMLA
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• Shimla, the beautiful capital of Himachal Pradesh
  is one of the most popular tourist destinations
  of the country. Especially during the summer
  months, this marvellous location stays jam-packed
  with visitors. There are a number of tourist
  places in Shimla that can be visited on a
  vacation. It is quite a popular destination for
  its Victorian architecture, which can be
  witnessed in a certain section of the Ridge and
  the Mall. Shimla is also known as one of the
  ideal places of interest for the honeymooners.
  The cool and pleasant climate of Shimla makes it
  a renowned summer retreat. It is nestled at an
  elevation of around twenty-two hundred meters
  above sea level. The region of Shimla is a
  beautiful hilly terrain covered with lush
  greenery all around. Although this place is
  mostly visited during the summers there are also
  a number of vacationers who prefer visiting
  Shimla in the autumn months owing to the less
  amount of crowd and the mesmerizing views.

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• Top 18 Places to visit in Shimla
• The Ridge of Shimla
• Kufri
• Green Valley
• Jakhoo Hill
• Chail
• Kiala Forest
• Himalayan Bird Park
• Christ Church
• Viceregal Lodge
• Summer Hills
• Indian Institute of Advanced Studies
• Annandale
• Jakhoo Hill
• The Shimla State Museum
• Naldehra Peak
• Kali Bari Temple
• Chadwick Falls
• Mall Road

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1. The Ridge of Shimla

• The Ridge of Shimla is renowned for arranging
  various governmental fairs and functions. For all
  the various festivals and celebrations the Ridge
  of Shimla is a major location. One of the major
  festivals held here is the colourful Summer
  Festival. 
• Location  The Ridge of Shimla is situated in
  Shimlas heart. It is located along the popular
  Mall Road which is the main shopping centre in
  Shimla. Therefore you would not require to invest
  much time to reach the destination. 
• Highlights  The Ridge is the main hub of all the
  various festivals and cultural activities of
  Shimla. Some of the major Shimla sightseeing
  places including the Lakkar Bazaar, Jakhoo hill,
  Scandal Point etc. are situated in the close
  vicinity of the Ridge of Shimla. 
• Best time to Visit The Ridge of Shimla  Although
  the Ridge of Shimla is open all throughout the
  year, it is mainly visited by most of the
  tourists during the summer months. Therefore, you
  can plan your trip to Shimla during the month of
  April or May in case you wish to witness the
  amazing Summer Festival. 

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2. Kufri
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• Kufri is a well-known destination for its amazing
  surroundings and mesmerizing views. Kufri is also
  popular by the name of the Switzerland of the
  East amongst the travel enthusiasts. The
  beautiful Kufri Hill is for sure to bring a smile
  on your face. Kufri features a number of
  adventure things to do in Shimla including hiking
  and skiing. You would enjoy these activities to
  the core while in Shimla. The major attraction of
  Kufri is the snow-laden hills where the skiing
  activity is carried out by the enthusiasts. 
• Location Kufri is situated at a distance of
  nineteen kilometres from the centre of Shimla and
  one can easily reach it. The best way to reach
  Kufri is by taking the road to Kufri as it is
  situated quite close to the National Highway
  twenty-two. 
• Best Time to Visit Kufri  The best time to
  explore Kufri is during the winter months. The
  winter months ranges from November to February.
  During these months you can easily enjoy skiing.
  Additionally, for the ones who are not interested
  in adventure sports like skiing then you can plan
  your trip during the months ranging from April to
  June. 

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3. Green Valley

• The Green Valley is another famous attraction of
  Shimla that is also a renowned photography point.
  Green Valley also brings forward endless beauty
  of Mother Nature. It has been beautifully
  described in various tourism books and articles. 
• Location  It is situated close to Kufri and is
  conveniently surrounded by the verdant hills. 
• Highlights  A highlight of Green Valley is that
  one can spot various animal species like yaks
  wandering and grazing in the spot. Plus, the
  exceptionally picturesque surroundings of the
  place is worth your praise. 
• Best Time to Visit Green Valley  This place is
  open all around the year and you can visit it
  whenever you desire. But the ideal most time to
  explore Green Valley is after the months of the
  monsoons or in the summer months. These are the
  times when the place features lush greenery.
  Therefore, the ideal time to visit Green Valley
  is from February to April and from July to
  October.

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4. Hike to Jakhoo Hill
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• The highest point of Shimla is Jakhoo Hill. It is
  packed with brilliant looking Alpine trees. The
  hilltop is flat, the top of which features the
  recently built Hanuman statue as well as the
  coloured Jakhoo Temple. It is said to be one of
  the calmest escapes that Shimla owns. The
  visitors must be beware of the monkeys of the
  location as they tend to skilfully rob things and
  food from the various travellers. 
• Location  To reach the topmost spot of the hill
  one requires to take a long walk of around thirty
  minutes after which there is another pleasant way
  leading to the Jakhoo Hill. 
• Highlights Jakhoo Hills summit is about two
  thousand four hundred and fifty-five meters high.
  It is also two hundred meters higher than
  Shimlas central ridge. The temple nestled on the
  hilltop is dedicated to the Hindu monkey god
  called Lord Hanumana. Therefore, undoubtedly
  playful monkeys rule the Jakhoo Hills. Hiking is
  one of the major highlights of the Jakhoo Hill.
  Many hiking enthusiasts can be spotted here all
  round the year. 
• Best Time to visit Jakhoo Hills  One can visit
  the Jakhoo Hills every day in a week. But the
  ideal most time to pay a visit during the winter
  months ranging from November to March. 

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5. Chail

• Have you ever wondered how exciting would it be
  to set up camps in a town that is laden with
  snow? If you desire to experience the same then
  Chail must be your place to be. It is a hilly
  slope in Shimla that was developed to help people
  escape the scorching summer heat. And with time
  it has turned out to one of the most popular
  tourist destinations in Shimla. In fact, the
  place is a resort offering its guests a
  convenient exposure to the beautiful deodar
  forests that stay scattered all around the hilly
  region. Along with the deodar, the place also
  boasts fir and pine forests for the tourists to
  explore and adore. 
• Location  It is situated at a distance of
  forty-five kilometres from Shimla at the hills
  lying at the foot of the Himalayan ranges. 
• Highlights  This place is an ideal spot for
  people who seek calm environments for a vacation
  that keeps them away from the hustle and bustle
  of the metropolitan. Besides being immensely
  close to Mother Nature one can also dine at the
  renowned Lake Restaurant or take a stroll at the
  worlds highest cricket ground. 
• Best Time to visit Chail  The ideal most time to
  pay a visit is from March to June. Additionally,
  in case you desire to witness snowfall then make
  sure to explore the place in the months ranging
  from December to March

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6. Kiala Forest
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• One of the perfect tourism locations in Shimla is
  the Kiala Forest. It is nestled in the Kotkhaai
  Valley and is beautified with rich green
  vegetation along with an ample number of
  indigenous animal species. It is considered as an
  ideal spot for all the nature loving travellers
  and wildlife enthusiasts. The forest welcomes a
  number of travellers each year from near to
  distant places. 
• Highlights Kiala Forest features rich vegetation
  and wildlife. This is also an ideal place for
  photographers as they can capture both wildlife
  in their natural home and nature itself. The
  place also features restroom facilities. There
  are also locker and storage facilities available
  for anyone who wishes to use the same. 
• Best Time to visit Kiala Forest Kiala Forest is
  open to visit all around the year. But the ideal
  most time for the same ranges from the month of
  March to the month of October. 

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7. Himalayan Bird Park

• Himalayan Bird Park is quite a famous tourist
  destination amongst photographers and bird
  admirers. While Shimla is quite popular for its
  beautiful scenic surroundings, its beauty is
  further enhanced by the wide range of wildlife
  that thrives in the forests and hilly slopes. The
  Himalayan Bird Park is a spot that features a
  wide range of captivating birds that you might
  havent spotted ever before.
• The park also features variously endangered and
  exclusive birds species. Additionally, in order
  to give them home like feel the park also
  features calm and soothing trees, fauna, and
  flora. You can spot various beautiful and
  colourful birds including the Himalayan monals,
  pheasants, peacocks and so much more. 
• Location  The Himalayan Bird Park is situated in
  the close vicinity of Shimlas Vice-Regal Lodge. 
• Highlights  The Himalayan Bird Park of Shimla is
  one of the rare locations that would impart
  serenity to its guests. It would play a major
  role in escaping reality and feeling calmness to
  the core. 

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8. Christ Church

• The very renowned Christ Church is one of the top
  ten visiting places of Shimla. It is quite a
  popular destinations amongst the travelers and
  the locals. It is an outstanding monument that
  was developed back in the era of the British. It
  is an excellent architectural monument and people
  pay a visit in order to serve the almighty or
  even otherwise just to adore its beauty. In case
  you wish to get a taste of the Christian religion
  from the colonial times then this is your place
  to be. It was crafted in such an elegant manner
  that it portrays hope, faith, patience, charity,
  patience, as well as humanity such that people
  get aware of the classy and rich Christian
  culture. Additionally, the surroundings of the
  Christ Church are also quite pleasing. 
• Location  Christ Church conveniently occupies a
  spot on the Ridge Road which is one of the
  busiest roads of Shimla. 
• Highlights  The Christ Church boasts the
  excellent art of the British times which makes it
  unique in itself. The church has also been
  inspired by the Neo-Gothic style, a glimpse of
  which can be captured while exploring the place. 

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9. Viceregal Lodge

• The most captivating building of Shimla is the
  Viceregal Lodge. It also holds great historical
  significance. It boasts outstanding architecture
  of the ancient times and one might take up to
  half a day to explore the entire setup in depth.
  Back in time, from the year 1888 to the year
  1946, this beautiful setup was the residing place
  of the Indian Viceroy during the summer months.
  The Viceroy is responsible for quite a lot of
  significant developments in the Lodge. 
• Location  The Viceregal Lodge is at around a
  distance of two kilometers from Shimla. Situated
  in the west, on the Observatory Hill summit this
  Lodge look mesmerizing amidst the breath-taking
  surroundings. In order to reach the Lodge, one
  needs to take the Chaura Maidan Road from Shimla
  and travel for up to a distance of five hundred
  meters along the road. 
• Highlights  Other popular names for the
  Viceregal Lodge include the Presidents House or
  the Rashtrapati Nilayam. The reference is to the
  era ranging between 1947 to the middle of the
  year 1960. This was the time when the Indian
  Presidents used the logo as their summer
  retreats. 
• Entry Fee  The Viceregal Lodge charges an entry
  fee of 20 INR.

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10. Summer Hills

• Summer Hills is a beautiful township and suburb,
  just 5 kilometres from the famous Ridge of
  Shimla. Part of the seven-hill cluster, it is one
  of the best tourist places to visit in Shimla,
  owing to its breathtaking natural views amidst
  profuse greenery of Pine, Oak and Deodar trees,
  and offers a splendid view of the magical sunrise
  or sunset. It is an ideal spot for trekking,
  paragliding, nature walks and other adventure
  sports. The spot is a photography haven for
  anyone looking to capture the hues of colours of
  natural grandeur. The serene district is situated
  at an altitude of about 2,123 meters above sea
  level and is ideal for those who wish to take a
  leisurely walk amidst the tranquility of Mother
  Nature. During the yester years, when Mahatma
  Gandhi used to visit Shimla, he stayed in these
  calm surroundings at the elegant Monorville
  Mansion, belonging to erstwhile freedom fighter,
  Rajkumari Amrit Kaur.
• Location 5 kilometres from Shimla, on the way
  from Shimla to Kalka
• Best time to visit October to February (for
  snowfall) and March to June

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11. Indian Institute of Advanced Studies

• If you have an interest in history, art, and
  education, then the Indian Institute of Advanced
  Studies has to be on your list of famous places
  to visit in Shimla. Built in the British era, the
  institute primarily served as the summer retreat
  of Indian viceroy and was passed on to the nation
  by the then president, Dr. Radhakrishnan as an
  institute to promote advanced studies in
  humanities and arts in India. The building has a
  classical architectural design and features
  photographs and stories of moments of key
  historical events between Indian leaders and
  Britishers, and takes you on a journey through
  the modern Indian history.
• Location Rashtrapati Nivas, Chaura Maidan, next
  to Birds Zoo, Shimla
• Timings Daily except Mondays, 0900 AM to 0600
  PM
• Entry fees 40 INR for Indians and 85 INR for
  foreign nationals

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12. Annadale

• This historical masterpiece was a favourite
  amongst Britishers, who used to enjoy several
  thrilling entertainment sports like racing,
  golfing and horse riding during their rule.
  Annandale is a flat terrain that has now been
  developed as a playground of Shimla for hosting
  various sports like Golf, cricket and Polo, and
  is located at just about 3.5 kilometres from the
  popular Ridge. At the altitude of about 1,864
  meters, the area falls under the authority of the
  Indian Army. It is covered with beautiful deodar
  and Oak trees, and offers one of the best views
  of the city and its surroundings.
• Timings 1000 AM to 0500 PM
• Best time to visit November to February

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13. Jakhoo Hill

• Believed to be the highest peak in Shimla, Jakhoo
  Hills is one of the best places to visit in
  Shimla and a hamlet for all nature lovers and
  pilgrims who come to take blessings from the holy
  God Hanuman, standing tall at an altitude of
  108-feet at the Jakhoo Temple. The hill is
  8,000-feet high and is a major tourist attraction
  in Shimla. Located at just about 2 kilometres
  from Shimla, the statue offers a magnificent view
  of the scenic vistas of surrounding lofty
  mountains of the Shivalik ranges and the nearby
  town of Sanjauli.
• It is believed that during the battle of
  Ramayana, Lord Hanuman stopped at this spot to
  take some rest before resuming his search for the
  much acclaimed Sanjeevani Booti, to revive
  Lakshman, who was seriously injured by Indrajits
  (Ravanas son) arrow. To reach the temple, you
  have to trek through the dense Deodar and Alpine
  forests, or you can hire a pony or a taxi instead
  to reach there. Large number of monkeys can be
  found roaming around the temple complex, and you
  can feed them and enjoy their company.
• Timings Daily, 0700 AM to 0800 PM
• Best time to visit November to March

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14. Shimla State Museum

• Located on Mount Pleasant, the Shimla state
  museum is one of the many charming places to
  visit in Shimla round the year. The sprawling
  lawns and the magnificent British architecture
  makes a visit to this place totally worthwhile.
  The museum was opened for public in 1974 and
  houses historical artefacts, paintings,
  sculptures, and handicrafts from the Colonial
  rule showcasing the glorious past of the state
  with its rich culture and heritage. The building
  also serves as a residence of Indian government
  officials.
• Timings All days, except Mondays, 1000 AM to
  0130 PM and 0200 PM to 0500 PM
• Entry fees 20 INR for Indians and 100 INR for
  foreigners

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15. Naldehra Peak

• Witness the gorgeous sunrise and sunset views
  from the small scenic Himachal town of Naldehra.
  The place is widely known for its nine-hole Golf
  course and is one of the famous places to visit
  near Shimla, offering the most picturesque
  sunrise and sunset views. With verdant expanses
  of hills, dense Deodar and Pine trees and
  naturally rich flora and fauna, the quaint town
  has amazing forest cover to be enjoyed on a pony
  ride. The stunning view, serene ambience and
  fresh air are sure to leave you gasping for more.
• Location Post Office, Durgapur, Naldehra, Shimla
• Timings Sunrise to sunset

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16. Kali Bari Temple

• Constructed in the year 1845, this temple has
  been one of the favourite locations of the
  tourists who visit the place to admire its sheer
  beauty along with its culturally rich
  architecture. The temple is dedicated to Goddess
  Kali who is also popularly known as Shyamala, and
  hence the name Shimla. When in Shimla, make it a
  point to visit the place for witnessing a
  blissful journey. The place also draws attention
  from tourists for the beauty of nature that can
  be witnessed very closely from here. For those
  who are in pursuit of peace, this temple is a
  paradise and a perfect place to spend some time
  alone. To make the most of your holiday, visit
  the place in the morning or during the evening
  prayers.
• Location Kali Bari Road, Shimla
• Timings 0700 AM to 0630 PM

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17. Chadwick Falls

• Chadwick Falls are amongst the must visit tourist
  attractions in Shimla for those seeking to escape
  the daily humdrum of city life. The fall scales
  from a height 90 meters, and is surely a sight to
  behold! Its base is surrounded by small streams
  merging into a deep gorge, and a lush green
  valley surrounding it which gives the place its
  scenic beauty and makes it just picture perfect.
  This peaceful waterfall is one of the must places
  to visit near Shimla. The fall is majestic soon
  after the rainy season when the cascading water
  feels magical! Rainy season is also a good time
  to visit the place as it will be completely green
  and appealing. Food and water are easily
  available from small shops located in the
  village, that also serve piping hot chai, Maggi,
  samosas or other quick snacks.
• Location 5.4 kilometres from Shimla
• Timings Sunrise to sunset
• Best time to visit July to October

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18. Mall Road

• Of all the Shimla tourist places, Mall Road is
  one place, which you cant go wrong with. It is
  not only an attraction for the tourists and
  visitors but is also one of the most favourite
  shopping places of the locals. From warm woollens
  and traditional footwear to beautiful
  handicrafts, jewellery and show pieces, this
  famous shopping street is a haven for shopaholics
  and one of the famous places to visit in Shimla.
  It also features several restaurants, banks,
  cafes, clubs, tourist information centres, and
  post offices. Tourists love to stroll along the
  Mall, explore the many shops or watch a movie at
  the Gaiety Theatre, a replica of an old British
  theatre.
• Timings 1000 AM to 0900 PM

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