Shimla Travel Blog- The queen of hills

                THE QUEEN OF HILLS SHIMLA

Shimla the Capital of Himachal Pradesh also known as Simla and the one of the most popular hill station destination in India. Before Independence in 1864 Shimla was the summer capital of British  India. After that the city became the capital of Himachal Pradesh. Situated at an altitude of 2205m. A UNESCO listed World Heritage site; the railway route of Kalka-Shimla train. The colonial architecture , historical church & temples, the Mall road, Viceregal Lodge, Kufri and the natural environment who attracts the tourists most. In winter Shimla faces a heavy Snowfall in every year.

In this blog I'll  try to give you an information about BEST TIME TO VISIT, HOW TO REACH, WHERE TO STAY ,FAMOUS PLACES TO EXPLORE IN SHIMLA AND BUDGET OF SHIMLA. So keep on reading I hope it's help you lot.

*Best Time to Visit Shimla-

You can visit hill station any season but Summer (average temp 15degree) (April to June) consider as best month to visit  because the weather ideal for adventure activity like trekking, camping, paragliding and much more things. But ,

If you are snow lover then visit during December to February (peak season). In this month Shimla faces a heavy snowfall. (average temp -2 to 10 degree). You can do skiing and many more snow activity in Kufri (Shimla).

*HOW TO REACH-

 BY AIR-

Shimla Airport (SLV) a domestic airport which is located in Jubbarhatti, 24km from the main town of Shimla. 

 BY TRAIN-

First you have to reach Kalka station. There are various train options from Delhi to Kalka but the Shatabdi Express consider as one of best and comfortable train which takes around 4 hours to reach Kalka.   

And then ready for the experience of most beautiful journey Kalka Shimla Toy Train (UNESCO declared it a World Heritage Site in 2008).The train passes through 18 stations, 108 tunnels and 800 bridges.

Kalka to Shimla three toy train options-

The Rail Motor Car toy Train(72451) INR 320

The Himalayan Queen Train(52456) INR 470

The Shivalik Delux Express(52455) INR 510

 BY BUS-

You can take bus from Delhi(Kashmiri Gate) and Chandigarh(bus stop)which is around 375 km and 112 km respectively from Shimla.

*WHERE TO STAY-

Mall Road area is quite expensive but good for stay if you want to stay close to Shimla market, Restaurants, Cafes, City Centre, Sightseeing. Here you will get a lots luxurious hotels to budget hotels options.

*FAMOUS PLACES TO VISIT

*JAKHU TEMPLE- (Distance from Mall Road 1.6 km)

(108 ft statue of Lord Hanuman)

The Temple of lord Hanuman which is situated on the top of Jakhu Hill that why known as Jakhu temple.

You can reach here by Ropeway which will cost 500-600/- or by private taxis will cost you around 400-500/- (depend on your bargaining).The view of Shimla from the top are very amazing.

     (Beware of the Monkeys) 

*RASHTRAPATI NIWAS (Viceregal Lodge)-(Distance from Mall Road 3.6km)

Rashtrapati Niwas moreover known as Viceregal Lodge which is situated in Observatory Hill of Shimla. The Building itself a magnificent and was constructed (1888) in Scottish Baronial style. The most spectacular thing of this building is the Gallery entrance hall which is the last room on the tour to be visit. The guided tour inside the building is for 45minute covering with 4 big rooms that was different purpose on that time. Photography is prohibited here.
Entry fee- 20 /- fro Indians

               - 50/- for Foreigners

*Kufri Valley- (2800m from sea level)

kufri in winter

Kufri valley is one of the most Beautiful places to visit. Kufri is situated 20km away from Shimla. You can reach here by cab which may take from old bus stand ISBT, Shimla. Valley offering some of the most tremendous sightseen , flora and fauna, deodar trees, a thick forest that dignify the beauty of this place. In winter kufri valley covered with a thick snow blanket. 

Fun world in Kufri Valley is one of the highest amusement parks in the world. Kufri offer a numbers of adventure activity for Travelers. Kufri offer a numbers of adventure activity for Travelers. Valley offer a numbers of adventure activity for Travelers, you can do Horse riding, donkey riding, mule riding, Tubing and many more adventure activity. 

Horse Riding- 250/- 

Tubing- 350/-

*Christ Church- (Distance from Mall Road 250m)

The Christ church is Second oldest church in North India. The church building constructed with Neo-Gothic style of architecture. A site of pure devotion as well as architectural beauty, at night the church literally glows when it is lighted up. The glorious church appeared in many famous movies like Black,3 idiots etc.

*Mall Road Shimla-

Heart of Shimla. one of the Most tourist attraction place in Shimla that enfolds many cafes, restaurants, hotels, shops, bars, banks and tourist offices. Mall road is the main street in Shimla. You can buy products like locally designed Woollen cloths, branded cloths, Wooden products, jewellery and many more things.

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*Himalayan Bird park  (Distance From Mall Road 3km)

*Himachal State Museum (Distance From Mall Road 2.6km)

*Tara Devi Temple (Distance From Mall Road 12km)

*Lakkar Bazar (Distance From Mall Road 650m)

*Green Valley (Distance From Mall Road 15km)

BUDGET FOR SHIMLA:-
YOU CAN EASILY EXPLORE SHIMLA IN 3-4 DAYS
WITH A BUDGET OF 6000-7000* each (including Hotels, Meals, Sightseeing,) (But except your destination reaching cost*)
AS ALWAYS OTHER EXPENSES DEPENDS ON YOUR HAND....!