Shimla

Shimla

Popularly known as the queen of hills, Shimla is a paradise for travellers. In India, when we think of a hill station, the first name that pops in our head is Shimla. Surrounded by beautiful mountains, covered in snow during winters and the streets reflecting the architecture of the British era, the place has its own vibe and it makes Shimla one of a kind destination. As a traveller, you would love the different places to visit in Shimla. The place offers a lot to the travellers in all the seasons. Shimla in winters is a paradise and Shimla in summers is a delight for a vacation.

History

Shimla is the capital of Himachal Pradesh since 1966. After Independence, Shimla became the capital of Punjab and was later named the capital of Himachal Pradesh. Shimla has been blessed with all the natural bounties one can think of. In 1903 a rail line was constructed between Kalka and Shimla. From then it has been the favourite spot for spending summers and winter vacations.

Take a ride in Toy Train

The Kalka Shimla toy train is amongst the most popular things to do in Shimla. The train starts at Kalka and moves through beautiful mountains and takes you to the queen of hills in the most leisure way. It covers 102 tunnels, 864 bridges and 919 stunning curves during the journey. The ride covers a total of around 60 miles and takes around 4 to 5 hours to reach the destination. If you are looking for some interesting things to do in Shimla then this toy train should top your bucket list.

Rejoice the British Architecture

If you are someone who wants to have a laid-back vacation and you want to indulge in some architectural journeys, then do visit the Viceregal Lodge. The Viceregal Lodge or the Rashtrapati Niwas is like a mini-museum of British colonial rule. This place has a beautiful architecture to observe and move back in time. It also has a collection of ancient antiques and photographs from that period. You can also visit the Centre for Advanced studies and take the guided tour there to indulge in the vibe of the British architecture.

Adventure Activities in Kufri

Kufri is 15 kms away from Shimla. You can easily reach there by taxi or by a public bus. Kufri is a paradise for people who are seeking some adventure while visiting Shimla. To reach Kufri, you can choose to take a horse ride or walk on your own. In the summer season, there are different activities available like horse riding, bubble walking, small games etc. During the winter season, the place is mostly covered with snow and you may opt for activities like skiing or riding a snow motorbike. If you are looking for adventurous things to do in Shimla then Kufri is the place for you.

Shopping spree at the Lakkar Bazar

The mall road of Shimla is a place of charm. If you are looking for things to do in Shimla, one of the things could be visiting and exploring the mall road of Shimla. Along with the mall road, one should not miss shopping at Lakkar Bazar. You will get authentic wooden items there handmade by the local Himachali population. You would enjoy even walking through the streets.