A perfect destination to spend some lovely moments amidst the snow clad mountains, natural scenic beauty, beautiful lakes and structures of architectural excellence; Shimla, the capital city of Himachal Pradesh is a major tourist attraction of India. Situated at an altitude of 2,200 m above sea level, this beautiful hill station is named after Goddess Shyamala, an avatar of Goddess Kali. Known as the Summer capital of the British, Shimla attracts honeymooners and adventure lovers alike. For Hyderabadis looking to spend some relaxed moments away from the hustle bustle of city life, Shimla is the perfect destination to be. One can take a train or flight to Delhi from Hyderabad and from there one can book a taxi to Shimla.
Shimla offers a number of sightseeing options for the tourists. The Mall Road, located in the heart of the city is a major shopping destination. One can enjoy horse riding and shop for various handicraft items here. The Christ Church, The Ridge, and Scandal Point are other popular attractions on the Mall Road. Lakkar Bazaar, adjacent to The Ridge is famous for its souvenirs and wooden crafts. Shimla is famous for preserving the old heritage buildings like the former Viceregal Lodge, which is now known as Indian Institute of Advanced Study; Wildflower Hall which is now a luxury hotel; and Himachal State Museum which has a good collection of paintings, photographs, coins, handicrafts and other items, and an exclusive dolls gallery consisting of bride dolls and tribal dolls. Shimla is also known for its temples like Kali temple, Jakhu temple, Sankat Mochan, Tara Devi, Mahunag temple, Hanuman temple, Luturu Mahadev Temple and many more.
Kufri is another popular tourist destination in Shimla visited mainly by adventure enthusiasts. Kufri is a famous skiing and trekking destination and the winter sports festival held here in the month of February attracts huge number of tourists every year. For nature lovers, Summer Hill is a popular suburb in Shimla ideal for enjoying pleasant walks in the evening. Fagu, Narkanda and Prospect Hills are some other places in Shimla known for offering breathtaking and panoramic views of the surroundings. There are a number of other places in Shimla known for their scenic beauty and picturesque locations which one can enjoy with their loved ones. Shimla is also a major shopping destination famous for its arts and crafts. The shawls, carpets, rugs, embroidered stuff and jewellery are popular among the tourists as well as the locals.
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