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Prior to becoming the capital of Himachal Pradesh in 1948, Shimla was the summer capital of India. One of the most sought-after tourist spots in India, Shimla is equally alluring during both winters and summers.
How To Reach:
Shimla is easily accessible by road from Delhi, even though the most preferred way is by train. A toy train takes you from Kalka to Shimla meandering through the hills and passing 103 tunnels of various lengths. It is just 375 Kms away from Delhi and can also be reached by air. The airport at Shimla is 23-Kms away from the main township.
What To See:
Jakhu Hill
Jakhu is the highest peak of Shimla. On one side of Jakhu, you can have a panoramic view of the city with its buildings of all shapes and sizes. And on the other, you can have a look at the spectacular Himalayas with its snow-covered peaks. The presence of a large number monkeys here sometimes mars the enjoyment of the place.
Chadwick Falls
A very famous picnic spot of Shimla, Chadwick Falls is just 7-Kms from the city.
Kufri
A well - known ski resort in Himachal Pradesh, is 16 kilometre from Shimla.
Rashtrapati Niwas
The former the residence of the British Viceroy
State Museum
Which has a modest collection of stone statues from different parts of Himachal Pradesh
Jakhu Temple
Temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman
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Places around Shimla
There are many places around Shimla, which a tourist can visit during the day. These places include
- Craigano (16 km from Shimla)
- Chail (45 km)
- Naldera (23 km)
- Narkanda (64 km), and
- Kasauli (77 km).
HimachalPradesh, the state with a lot to explore. Lakes, rivers, forests, valleys and towering mountains, all abound here. The state has thoroughly been blessed by nature. And it has all the means to satisfy a tourist's wandering soul. Be it adventure sports, bird watching or just admiring nature's bounty. You'll find it all here in Himachal Pradesh.
August 2009
Travelogue - Delhi - Manali - Road trip & Road map.
A long weekend and it was time for a hillstation tour as the heat and humidity in Delhi was unbearable this August 2009. As to all hillstations nearby were ventured many a time we had to check out a new place, yes this time it was Manali. Club Mahindra gave us the facility for a 3 day halt at Club Mahindra Snow Peaks with the necessary guidance.
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