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Places To Visit In Shimla, Himachal Pradesh

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Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, India 
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Top Places To Visit In Shimla

Shimla is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Himachal Pradesh. It is also known as the queen of hill stations. Tourists not only from India but from abroad also, visit Shimla. During summers, people from the plains come here to enjoy a vacation and at the same time to get some respite from the sizzling summer climate. There are many places to visit in Shimla which are very popular among the tourists. Let us look at some of the places to see in Shimla

Shimla tourism is characterized by several honeymoon points for the newlyweds. Himalayan National Park, Kufri Fun World, Shimla Reserve Forest Sanctuary, and Nagsons Amusement Park Hip Hip Hurray are famous places to visit in Kufri. Shoghi and Kufri are major places to visit in Shimla in one day. A popular site for camping, Shoghi village is one of the unexplored places near Shimla. Parwanoo, Mashobra, Tatapani, and Narkanda are other popular hill stations near Shimla worth visiting. 

One of the most famous places in Shimla is the Jhakhu Temple. Jhakhu Temple is located at a distance of about 2.5 km from the main city center. It is located at an altitude of 8000 ft above the sea level. Many popular legends are associated with this temple. One of them is that Lord Hanuman stopped at the Jhakhu Hill when he was looking for Sanjeevani herb. He met sage Yaaku on the hilltop and then continued his journey. The 108 ft tall idol of Lord Hanuman is the major attraction of the Jhakhu Temple in Shimla. Many tourists and pilgrims visit this temple throughout the year. 

Another very popular tourist attraction in Shimla is the Christ Church. It is one of the best places to visit in Shimla. The Christ Church is located on the Mall Road in Shimla. It is a very good experience to be at the Christ Church. During the winter season, when it snows here, this place turns into a spot for various kinds of winter sports. Many tourists come here to spend some time and adore the beauty of nature. Also, the Christ Church in Shimla is considered to be a very sacred site for the Christians.  

Another famous tourist spot in Shimla is the Viceregal Lodge. It is located on top of the Observatory hill, which is one of the seven hills of Shimla. The Viceregal Lodge served as the residence of Lord Dufferin, the then Viceroy of India. The architecture of this buildings depicts the English Renaissance revival. After a long time, the Viceregal Lodge came to be known as the Rashtrapati Niwas and became popular as the summer residence of the President of India. There is a museum located inside this building. It has several photographs and manuscripts of the British Colonial era. 

One of the most famous tourist spots for sightseeing in Shimla is the Chadwick Falls. Chadwick Waterfall is located in the dense forest of Glen and is located at a distance of about 7 km from Shimla. Chadwick falls have crystal clear water which drops from a height of about 90 meters. The Chadwick Falls is surrounded by lush green hills of Deodar and Pine. It is a very blissful experience to be here. 

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The Ridge in Shimla

Shimla is a popular tourist destination, and one of the most popular tourist places here is the ridge Shimla. If you want to know about Ridge Shimla, then you have stumbled across the right article. It is a beautiful attraction, covered with pine trees, Rhododendron, Himalayan Oak and firs trees, with amazing views of Shiml...

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Kufri In Shimla

Mall Rd, Lakkar Bazar, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh 171001

Kufri is a quaint little hill station, located very close to Shimla. It is a popular destination for travelers who are visiting Shimla and want to enjoy a day excursion to nearby places. The best part about a visit to Kufri is that you can easily visit the place, spend some time there, and return to your hotel in Shimla by ...

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  • Snow
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  • Trekking
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Mall Road In Shimla

Shimla, Himachal Pradesh

The Mall Road in Shimla is a major source of entertainment for locals and tourists alike. It is the main street of Shimla, and is home to various shops, showrooms, cafes, restaurants, and emporiums, which are probably the best place to enjoy a bout of shopping. There are also a few tourist hot spots near Mall Road, such as ...

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Chadwick Falls In Shimla

Shimla, Himachal Pradesh 171005

Chadwick Falls in Shimla is one of the most beautiful attractions that Shimla has to offer. A comparatively smaller waterfall, if you have seen others, but the trek that leads up to it is one of the most serene and gorgeous. The dense forestland all around, the gushing water from the immense height, and the serenity that en...

  • Waterfall
  • Nature
  • Forest Trek
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Jakhu Temple In Shimla

Jakhu Temple Park, Jakhu, Shimla, Himachal pradesh 171001

Jakhu Temple in Shimla is a temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman and is famed for being home to thousands of adorable monkeys. There is a huge statue of Lord Hanuman at the temple, standing at 108 feet high, which is the cynosure of all eyes. The temple is located on the highest peak of Shimla, at a height of 2455 meters, and i...

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  • Nature Walk
  • Nature
  • Religious Tour
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Scandal Point In Shimla

The Scandal point in Shimla is located on the famous Mall Road. The point has a gripping story and is also famous for enthralling and scenic views of the mighty mountain ranges. The place can be explored in 2 to 3 hours and sees around 18 million tourists each year. Owing to a mysterious name, the curiosity increases and th...

  • Shopping
  • Ideal for families
  • Food
  • Stunning views
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Mashobra in Shimla

Mashobra is a resort town located 12 kilometers from Shimla, the capital of Himachal Pradesh. Mashobra in Shimla has a mean elevation of 2,146 metres. The town is an idyllic alternative for those planning a honeymoon in Shimla and also looking for a peaceful getaway.

Places To Visit In Mashobra

There are several beautiful...

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Chail Palace in Shimla

Chail Palace, Palace Rd, Chail, Himachal Pradesh 173217

Located a short drive away from Shimla, the Queen of Hills, Chail is a lackadaisical town in Himachal Pradesh. Chail Palace in Shimla is a perfect destination for those planning to live like a king, even for just a night.

History of Chail Palace

The Maharaja of Patiala built a new summer retreat in Himachal Pradesh for hi...

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Christ Church in Shimla

Mall Rd, Lakkar Bazar, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh 171001

Christ Church in Shimla is the second oldest church in all of India and is constructed in the Neo-Gothic style. It is located in the area known as The Ridge in Shimla and is a popular tourist spot apart from being a revered place of worship. Towards the night the church is lit up in a beautiful way, but during Christmas and...

  • Religious Tour
  • Hills
  • Sightseeing

Annandale in Shimla

Famed for its grounds, golf course and racecourse, Annandale is a popular tourist attraction in Shimla. Located at a distance of about 2 km from Shimla Railway Station and 5 km from the Ridge, Annandale in Shimla is easily accessible via can or taxi. Nestled at a height of about 6227 feet above sea level, this attraction de...

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    Civbal's 4 days trip to Shimla

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    Bengaluru

    Shashi's 5 days trip to Shimla

    Trip was very nice. It's was wonderful experience to see Rohtang valley and Atal Tunnel with all mountains surroundings. Shimla's Horse riding and adventure experience was lovely.
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    Ahmedabad

    Amd's 3 days trip to Shimla

    It was an awesome trip, start from driver, hotel and food experience
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    Pune

    Thenilrocks's 6 days trip to Shimla

    Overall trip was good. But I came across a couple which got same trip with same agency in less price. Driver was aware of all locations around so no waste of time. No extra charges as mentioned.
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    Abhishek Singh

    Nagpur

    Abhishek's 6 days trip to Shimla

    Overall it was good experience. Though Shimla/Manali is overhyped places, if you don't witness SnowFall, it's not worth spending money River rafting, Paragliding
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    Hyderabad

    Aishwarya's 7 days trip to Shimla

    My experience with Turn on vacation was very good. I must say trustworthy travel dealers. Anyone who's travelling for the first time can avail their services without any hesitation. The hotels of Shimla, Manali, Amritsar & Delhi were very good, the behavior of the hotel staff was very good and the f
    ood quality was also very good. The driver they provide us is friendly and good in nature. Driving was very smooth. Car was clean, and helped us to tie our luggage. Special Thanks to Sandeep who has taken care of everything.
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    Pune

    Kakdeajay's 5 days trip to Shimla

    Our trip was really amazing and memorable all thanks to turn on vacation... Great experience of Shimla and Manali. It's my first trip which I will never forget, from the start of the trip till the end everything was well organised and customer centric. I highly recommend turn on vacation if you are
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    Punjab

    Karan's 7 days trip to Shimla

    trip was good but it includes too much travelling as i believe travel agent has to guide tha traveller about travelling hours and recommend them to increase days for covering 3 to 4 destinations my trip plan was good but it includes too much travelling otherwise experience was good
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    Phani Anusuri

    Hyderabad

    Phani's 5 days trip to Shimla

    Overall, the experience is excellent except for the hotel provided in Manali as they charged extra for everything, I don't recommend this hotel to anyone. And for Shimla, most of the places were skipped and they did not show us entire places given in the trip planner
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    Aahilshaikh's 4 days trip to Shimla

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