Shimla, is one of India’s most famous hill stations was the former summer capital of the British in India, and the present capital of Himachal Pradesh. This beautiful hill station derives its name from “Goddess Shyamla”, who is supposed to be an avatar of Goddess Kali. This lovely hill station was ‘discovered’ by the British who immediately fell in love with this place. Infact, they went to the extent of declaring Shimla as their summer capital.
The best way travel to shimla is using narrow gauge train from kalka which passes through mountains and offers beautiful views on the way. You can enjoy variety of adventure sports in such as Skiing, Trekking and golfing etc.
Shimla Hill Station – Places / Destinations :
St. Micheal’s Cathedral: This is second oldest church in north India.
Jakhoo Temple: Its 2 km east of the city on the Jakhoo Hill is the small Jakhoo Temple.
Summer Hill: Its 5 km from the ridge and on the Kalka.
Shoghi: 18 kms before Shimla and 3 kms off the national highway.
Hotels in Shimla
- Hotel Landmark Shimla
- Aachman Regency
- Aamod Tethys At Narkanda
- Aditya Home Stay
- Hotel Amar Palace
- Hotel Amar Villa Shimla
- Hotel Apple Rose
- Hotel Apsara
How to Reach Shimla?
By Road: There are huge HRTC services from ISBT, Volvos and best Taxi services are available from Delhi to Shimla. The distance of Shimla to Delhi is about 357 km.
By Train: Kalka is the nearest broad gauge railhead. (96 Kms from Shimla). The tourists will have to change their train at Kalka from where The Kalka Shimla toy train runs on a UNESCO heritage narrow gauge track connecting to Shimla.
By Air : Jubbarhatti Airport is nearly 23 km. The airport is connected to Delhi airport by daily flights.
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