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Shimla (शीमला) originally called Simla (सीमला) , is a city in the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh। It is also the capital of the state.


About:
In 1864, Shimla was declared the summer capital of the erstwhile British Raj in India। A popular tourist destination, Shimla is often referred to as the "Queen of Hills" (a term coined by the British). Located in north-west Himalayas at an altitude of 2,130 metres (6,988 ft), the city of Shimla, draped in forests of pine, rhododendron, and oak, experiences pleasant summers and cold, snowy winters. The city is famous for its buildings styled in tudorbethan and neo-gothic architecture reminiscent of the colonial era. Shimla is connected to the city of Kalka by one of the longest narrow gauge railway routes in India. Shimla is approximately 115 km (71.4 miles) from chandigarh (चंडीगढ़), the nearest major city, and 365 km (226.8 miles) from New Delhi (नई दील्ली ) national capital. The city is named after the goddess Shyamala Devi, an incarnation of the Hindu Goddess Kali=

Major Places of Interest

Christ Church: Situated on the ridge, Christ Church is the second oldest church in Northern India. It has a very majestic appearance and inside there are stained glass windows which represent faith, hope, charity, fortitude, patience and humility. Christ Church is a place all visitors should spend some time in.

Jakhu Hill: 2 km from Shimla, Jakhu Hill is the highest peak and offers a beautiful view of the town and of the snow-covered Himalayas. At the top of the Hill, is an old temple of Hindu Lord Hanuman, which is also the home of countless playful monkeys waiting to be fed by all visitors.

Tara Devi: 11 km from the Shimla bus-stand. Tara Devi has a temple dedicated to the goddess of stars on top of the hill. There is a military Dairy Town here as well as the headquarters of Bharat Scouts and Guides. Devi is an ideal place for a person wanting peace and some rest.

Sankat Mochan: A popular Hanuman (हनुमान) temple is located here. We get an excellent view of Shimla from the temple. It can be reached by car or on foot.

Kufri: Situated at 16 km from Shimla, Kufri is the winter sports capital. During winter, visitors have the facility for skiing. The skiing season is at its best during January and February. Equipment for sking is available from HPTDC winter sports club at Kufri. Apart from skiing, Kufri is a lovely picnic spot with a beautiful view of the hills around and the snowy peaks. There is also a zoo that delights children.

Local Transport
Local transport in Shimla is by bus or private vehicles. Buses ply frequently on the circular road surrounding the city center. Tourist taxis are also an option for out of town trips. Locals typically traverse the city on foot. Private vehicles are prohibited on the mall, ridge, and nearby markets.


How to Reach
Shimla is well-connected by road and rail. The National Highway NH-22 connects Shimla to the nearest big city of Chandigarh.

Shimla City Map



For more information, visit Himachal Pradesh Tourism Web Site

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