Snow covered mountains, breathtaking lakes, pleasant climate, and alluring greenery –Shimla offers everything. Shimla is popularly known as the queen of hill stations, the city and the places nearby never cease to amaze with their endearing beauty. There is some magic in Shimla’s air that makes everyone fall in love with it. With such wide range of attractions and famous places, Shimla is definitely one of the most visited tourist destinations in India. So, before we enrich you with the places to visit in Shimla.
- BEST PLACES TO VISIT IN SHIMLA
SUMMER HILLS
Summer Hills is one of the best places to visit in Shimla. This hill is carpeted by rich greenery that offers breathtaking views from the top. A picturesque township is located 5 km from the famous ridge of Shimla. This hill is carpeted by rich greenery that offers breathtaking views from the top. Summer hill is also a part of the 7 hills that make Shimla, so it is sure to leave you overwhelmed by its beauty.
Visiting Time: Sunrise to Sunset, surise is beatiful at sumeer hills during summers
Indian Institute of Advanced Studies
Type of place: Historic, meadow, educational and inspirational Built by the British, IIAS is primarily the summer retreat of Indian President. It was passed on to the nation by the then president – Dr Radhakrishnan as an institute to promotes advances studies in humanities and arts in India. Located on Observatory Hill, this is another footprint of British in Shimla, known for historical events like Shimla Conference and Shimla Agreement. Most of the parts are now closed for public viewing except for entrance hall and gardens.The building is a classical architectural design with proficient fire proofing system. A visit into the institute is actually a walk through the modern Indian history.
Visiting hours: 8:00 am to 06:00 pm
Annandale
Type of place: Historic, meadow Annandale has to be on the list of places to visit in Shimla. Most of the minor sports activities of Cricket and Polo take place in this favorite picnic spot of residents as well as tourists in Shimla. This place was home for a number of adventure sports during the British rule including racing.The place was initially developed as cricket ground and is only a small distance from The Ridge. However, now, this place is just perfect for all the golf lovers out there as the racecourse has been converted to a mini golf course, which also serves as a helipad and offers incredibly beautiful sceneries of its meadows.
Visiting Time: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Jakhoo hill
Type of place: With a giant statue of Hindu God Hanuman, the aide and devotee of Lord Rama in his mission f life, this temple is symbolic of brotherly love and devotion. Viewing Point, valley viewing, ideal for photographers. This flat spacious platform is one of the most popular places to visit in Shimla. It is a complete treat to all the mountain lovers with all the mesmerising views of the valley and the snow capped mountains in Shimla. Apart from the breath taking view, this place is also home to the famous Tudor library. The platform offers marvellous spectre of sunset and sunrise.
Visiting Time: Sunrise to sunset
The Shimla State Museum
Type of place: Educational, inspirational, historic The Shimla state museum also known as the Himachal state museum and library is located on Mount Pleasant. The sprawling lawns and the brilliant British architecture makes this place totally worthwhile. The museum amazingly displays the glorious past of the state with its rich culture and heritage. They have an incredible collection of different artefacts, paintings, sculptures, handicrafts and a lot more which they have been preserving since ages.
Visiting Time: 7:00 am to 8:00 pm
Naldehra and Shaily Peak
Type of place: Naldehra is one of the best place to visit viewing Point, valley viewing, ideal for photographers, adventure near Shimla as it offers the most picturesque sunrise and sunset views. With dense deodar trees and naturally rich flora and fauna, this place has amazing forest cover to be enjoyed on a horse ride. The stunning view, calmness and fresh air is sure to leave anyone spellbound.
Visiting Time: Sunrise to sunset
Chadwick falls
Type of place: Waterfall, viewing point, ideal for photographers and peace seekers One of the major tourist attractions of Shimla, Chadwick falls, falls from an altitude of 1586 meters. With dense forest, lush deodar and pine tree surrounding it, the view is totally enthralling. The monsoons lead to an increase in the water level of the falls making the place even more beautiful with its sparkling water. Chadwick falls is surely a treat to one’s eyes with its captivating beauty and ambience.
Visiting Time: Sunrise to sunset, do not go while it’s dark
Kufri
Type of place: At 2501m, views of snow and snow fun like ski and snow scootering are enjoyable. Mahasu Peak in Kufri another place to walk up to, to enjoy being in the lap of Nature.Adventure, must visit for photographers Kufri, popularly known as the winter sports capital, is located at 2622 meters above sea level. At the foothills of the mighty Himalayas, this hill station once belonged to the kingdom of Nepal. It offers some exciting winter sports skiing and ice skating. This place with its picturesque location is sure on the list of many travellers. Visiting hours: Sunrise to sunset
Chail
Type of place: Highly recommended for peace seekers, photographers Chail has got the highest cricket pitch in the world and is outlined by mighty deodar and pine trees offering a serene and calm atmosphere. The capital of Maharaja of Patiyala after being banned from entering Shimla, Chail is popular for housing world's highest cricketing pitch, which is also be used for Polo matches sometimes . This place is also the home of the famous Chail Palace known for its architectural brilliance. Since it is at a higher altitude than Shimla, one can enjoy the view of twinkling city lights below while get star struck by the beautifully lit night sky.
The Scandel Point,Ridge
Type of place: Viewing Point, valley viewing, ideal for photographers Popularly known as the Scandal Point, this flat spacious platform is one of the most popular places to visit in Shimla. Maharaja of Patiala is known to have kidnapped the daughter of then viceroy of India. It is a complete treat to all the mountain lovers with all the mesmerising views of the valley . Apart from the breath taking view, this place is also home to the famous Tudor library. The platform offers marvellous spectre of sunset and sunrise.
Visiting Time: Sunrise to sunset