Languages
Hindi, English, Himachali, Population 2,161
Temperature 10°C-11°C
(winter)
25°C-26°C
(summer) STD Code 0177
Shimla-Introduction
Shimla is one of the most popular hill stations
in India. The hill station was referred to as
the 'Queen of Hill Stations' during the Raj
era. Shimla is the favourite haunt of honeymooners,
families and youngsters who escape to sylvan
heights to spend some time in the lap of hills.
Come and tour Shimla with Hill Resorts in India.
Shimla-
Location
Shimla is located on the north-west of the Himalayas
and is capital of Himachal Pradesh. Many people
tour Shimla, Himachal Pradesh as it is quite
close to the neighbouring states of Punjab,
Harayana, Delhi, and Jammu and Kashmir.
Shimla-
History
The name Shimla has been derived from the word
'Shyamala' the other name of Goddess Kali, whose
temple was located in the dense forests of Jakhu
Hill in the 19th century. The English used to
call it Simla. During the times of the Raj,
Shimla was summer retreat of the British.
Shimla
- Shopping
The Mall is the place to shop, as it is dotted
with a number of shops and showrooms. The exclusive
items to region include Kullu shawls, caps and
hand knitted socks. The Lakkad Bazzar is an
ideal spot if you are looking forward to shop
some furniture items. Some other items that
you can include in shopping are rugs, leather
craft, carpets and silver jewellery.
Shimla - How to Reach
The main airport near Shimla is Jubbarhatti,
which is 20 kilometres from Shimla. You can
also fly to Chandigarh and then reach Shimla
by rail or road. Kalka and Chandigarh are the
closest railheads. Shimla is well connected
by road to other parts of the country.
Shimla-
Best Time to Visit
Shimla offers respite from the rising
mercury levels in the summer months and
can be toured between April and October.
Shimla-
Where to Stay Hotels in Shimla offer travellers
an ideal base to tourShimla. The
hotels in Shimla are well equipped with
all the modern facilities.
Hill Resorts in India offers online booking
for hotels in Shimla. Enjoy your tour
to Shimla with Hill Resorts in India.
Shimla - Sites
Nearby
If you want to spend some time away from the hustle
and bustle of the city, there are a number of beautiful
spots around Shimla that you can visit. About two kilometres
from Shimla, Jakhu Hill offers a scenic view of the
town and snow-covered peaks. Summer Hill is about five
kilometres from Shimla, is the seat of Himachal Pradesh
University. The idyllic hill was once house to Mahatama
Gandhi, when he used to visit the town.
The other beautiful spots that
you can include in your itinerary when on a tour to
Shimla are Annandale, Kufri, Naldehra and Chail.
