Introduction to Shimla
One of the most popular tourist spots of India, Shimla is known for her rich heritage which has been influenced by both British as well as Indian cultures. Nestled in the foothills of the Himalayas, Shimla has always been referred to as the Queen of the Himalayas. Located in the heart of the pristine beauty of the province of Himachal Pradesh, Shimla is home to a number of picturesque sceneries as well as regarded as one of the best preserved relics of the British Raj.
Major tourist attractions
A tourist's paradise, Shimla is known for its varied attractions. From picture perfect sceneries to museums which remind us of the town's treasured past, Shimla is home to a number of tourist spots such as:
Chail
Kasauli
Kufri
Solan
Nahan
Narkanda
Renuka Lake
Sarahan
Sirmour
Mashobra & Craignano
Naldehra
Rampur
Sarol
Dharamshala
Potter Hill
The Ridge
Christ Church
Kufri
Narkanda
Himachal State Museum
The Mall
Nearby attractions
For visitors traveling to Shimla, the nearby locations also offer a host of tourist spots which include:
Chamba
Dalhousie
Dharamsala
Kullu
Manali
Travel tips
Located 104 kms away from Chandigarh and about 342 km from Delhi, Shimla is known for her pleasant climate. The best time to visit the town is definitely between April and October. Shimla is well-connected to almost all the major cities of this part of the country being easily accessible by:
By Air:
Shimla Airport is 23 kms from the city connected by daily flights from Delhi and Kullu
By Rail:
Broadguage Railway line up to Kalka connecting Delhi, Calcutta and Amritsar
Kalka to Shimla (95 kms.) by Narrow gauge railway
By Road: Well connected with Kalka, Chandigarh, Delhi, Amritsar and Jammu etc.
Different kinds of accommodation available:
The reputation that Shimla enjoys as one of the most important tourist places in India contributes immensely to the growth of hotels and tourist homes in and around this quaint and picturesque town. Shimla can boast of a number of different means of accommodation that ranges from extremely luxurious ones to more affordable ones designed to suit every budget.
East Bourne Hotel
Hotel Ashiana Regency
Hotel Clarkes
Hotel Combermere
Hotel Himland East
Hotel Honeymoon Inn
Hotel Singaar
Hotel Springfields
Hotel The Chalets Naldehra
Hotel Woodville Palace
Park Woods Village Resort
The Cecil
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