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The
scenic splendor of Shimla has charmed one and all, making
it a popular tourist destination. At Shimla the tourists
can indulge themselves in a gamut of activities and experiences
-going for a shopping spree, revelling in the scenic delights,
waking up to misty mornings in the mountains, walking down
the lanes reminiscent of the historical past and going out
for action-filled adventure tours. |
Hills
at Shimla |
The
Toy Train, Shimla |
Soak
in Shimla’s scenic and spiritual splendor
The
splendid dales, the green meadows, the flower strewn
paths and the mountains, Shimla has it all. Take a
stroll at the venue called Summer Hill, a picturesque
place surrounded by lovely hills and lush greenery,
lying at a distance of 5kms from Shimla. The Chadwick
Falls are home to a silent gorge, which were earlier
home to magnificent waterfalls. You can also go to
the hot Sulphur spring at Tattapani, famous for its
healing properties. Shimla is also home to a lot of
temples. Famous amongst them are the Jakhoo Temple,
dedicated to Lord Hanuman. This temple forms a panoramic
view situated at a height of 8048 ft. on the Jakhoo
Hill. Another temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman is
Sankatmochan. The other famous temples in Shimla include
Kamna Devi, Tara Devi and Shyamala Devi. |
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Shopping
in Shimla
If
you want to splurge on a shopping spree, the Mall
is the place to be. It is the main shopping centre
of Shimla, dotted with shops housing the latest in
fashion, clubs, theatres, ritzy restaurants and cafes.
You can also shop for souvenirs in wood at the Lower
Bazaar.
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Mall
Road, Shimla |
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The
Golf Course, Naldhera |
Action
and Adventure in Shimla
Lying
23 kms away from Shimla is the golf resort of Naldehra.
Apart from sporting the beautiful cover of the green
grass on the turfs, the Golf Course is surrounded
by splendid groves of deodar trees. For all those
visiting Shimla in winters a trip to Kufri is a must.
The snow of Kufri is an ideal ground for amateurs
as well as seasoned skiers. Another famous tourist
attraction is the Narkanda, which has beautiful pine
forests and offers the panoramic views of the massifs
of mountains surrounding it. |
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The
Bearings of the British
While
walking down the lanes of Shimla one thing that is
quite noticeable is the presence of British architecture
and names, since Shimla was the summer capital of
the British. The Vice Regal Lodge is designed in the
characteristic English Renaissance architecture. It
used to be the seat of power once but now it is an
institute for studies. The chief attraction is the
gallery, which commands attention due to its sheer
size. It is designed ornately with beautiful woodwork.
Glen is a beautiful picnic spot where you can settle
for a lunch amidst the surroundings of lovely hills
and stream. |
The
Vice Regal Lodge, Shimla |
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