Wednesday, 20 May 2015

Shimla - The Queen of Hills - Himachal Pradesh

In fact, the entire state of Himachal Pradesh is attraction in itself that has a lot to explore. But everything like tourist attractions, natural beauty, vibrant lifestyle, hill stations, traditional to contemporary malls, and beauty takes a long break in the state at a place that is known as Shimla. The state capital of Himachal Pradesh that was summer capital of India in British Raj is without any doubt the queen of hill stations where all the attractions of the state of Himachal Pradesh becomes lively.

Located on the North-West Himalayas at the altitude of 2205 meters, the capital city Shimla is one of the most beautiful hill stations in India where honeymooners, couple and adventure tour lovers as well as nature lovers. The entire city and valley is draped in pine, oak, rhododendron, etc with snow covered mountain ranges, it is one of the finest place in India where cool breeze in summer and snowfall in winters make it an ideal place to explore. Shimla tourism got its name after the name of Goddess Shyamala Devi, an incarnation of Hindu Goddess Kali. Only 100 km from the most beautiful city Chandigarh, Shimla has a lot to explore.

Annandale Shimla -  thehimachal.com
             Annandale Shimla - thehimachal.com

As far as the main attractions in the state of Himachal Pradesh are concerned, There is number of Tourist Places in Shimla. Some of the most amazing places to explore in Shimla Sightseeing are:

The Mall Road: Your Tour to Shimla is considered as incomplete without exploring Shimla. The Mall Road is centrally located that is a home to beautiful shops, hotels, and busiest commercial areas of the city. It was developed by British during their colonial in India.
Shimla - Himachal Pradesh
Shimla - Himachal Pradesh

                  
Shimla Ridge: Located in the heart of the city, it is one of the most amazing tourist attractions in Shimla that it located along the Mall Road. It is a famous shopping centre in Shimla. However, Lakkar Bazaar, The Scandal point, Jakhoo Hills, are also connected via this place.


Christ Church, Shimla: According to records, it is the second oldest house of worship in North India that is located on the Ridge.

Tara Devi Temple: Located only a few km from bus terminal, it is the oldest temple in Shimla.
Tara Devi Temple Shimla
Tara Devi Temple Shimla

                 
Kali Bari Temple: It is the temple of Goddess Shyamla Devi.
Kali Bari Temple – Shimla
Kali Bari Temple – Shimla

                      

Summer Hill: It is only five km from the Ridge that will take you to the township called Summer Hills. It is at the elevation of 6500 ft where the University of Himachal Pradesh is also situated.

In addition to this, state museum and art gallery, viceroy lodge, etc are also some of the most beautiful places to explore.
Viceregal Lodge, Shimla
Viceregal Lodge, Shimla

                       

When it comes to accommodate in Shimla, there are a number of attractive Places here. Toshali Royal Views is also one of them where you will feel a complete home even away from home. It is the finest place to accommodate that also houses restaurant and a number of other world-class facilities. In this way, it will be beneficial for you in a number of ways to accommodate here.
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