Sail into Queen of Seven Hills
“On the onset of the rising sun beneath the jumping clouds, I could hear the whirling motion of river water. The air was so chilly and calm, as I could hear my own heart racing. This view through my eyes was magnanimous. I wish I paused the moment, my breath and just get laid in the arms of Mother Nature.”
Welcome, to Queen of Seven Hills, Shimla.
Geography
Shimla is the capital city of the Indian state Himachal Pradesh. Shimla was built on top of seven hills: Inverarm Hill, Observatory Hill, Prospect Hill, Summer Hill, Bantony Hill, Elysium Hill, and Jakhoo Hill. The highest point in Shimla is the Jakhoo hill, which is at a height of 2,454 meters. The green patches of Shimla have pine, deodar, oak, and rhododendron trees.
The city is situated 88 km northeast of Kalka, 116 km northeast of Chandigarh, 247 km south of Manali and 350 km northeast of Delhi, the national capital.
Climate
It has predominantly cool during winters and moderately warm during summer with temperatures ranging from negative 4 degrees to 31 degrees. It is a cozy city with a sparse population and an abundance of green energy.
Bearing a temperate climate, cotton clothes with light woolens are worn from April to October. Heavy woolens and jackets are required for the winter which starts to set in from November and lasts up to March. In spring and autumn thin sweaters and hoodies are needed to beat the morning and evening chills.
The peak travel month is during the warm months (May — June), before the monsoons. The winter (December — February) months are ideal for popular sports like snow and ice skating.
Language And Culture
Languages spoken are English and Hindi are the dominant languages spoken in Shimla. A sizeable minority does speak Punjabi. In addition to these several native languages of the Pahari language are also spoken by the residents of the area.
The culture of Shimla is untouched by commercialization and globalization. It is very different from the rest of the Indian states and has preserved its old world charm. It depicts a sound balance between traditional values and modern thoughts. The neo-Gothic architecture of its buildings, monuments and, churches dates back to the colonial era.
Places to Visit
These are some of the must tour places at Shimla.
The Ridge of Shimla is known for coordinating several government celebrations and festivals. It is the venue for all the major events as well as celebrations that take place here in Shimla. It is famous for the Summer Festival.
Kufri is famous as the Switzerland of East India. It is well known for its serene surroundings, breathtaking views as well as distinct striking vicinities, it is one of the best places to visit in Shimla.
Green Valley is one of the most famous Shimla tourist places and photography spots in Shimla. It is majorly seen as a popular shooting spot in many Bollywood movies.
Jakhoo Hill is the highest peak in the region, it attracts both religious tourists and adventure enthusiasts. Home to the famous Hanuman Temple, Jakhoo Temple, a 45 minutes hike is the best way to reach the top. The view from the top of Jakhoo Hill shows the eternal beauty of Shimla.
Chail is the ultimate place for setting up summertime camps in a snow-clad town. It is a small hill slope in Shimla that was built specifically for the purpose of helping people escape from summer heats. And eventually, the place turned out to be one of the most immeasurable places to visit in Shimla.
Himalayan Bird Park is one of the most visited Shimla tourist places by the bird watchers and photographers. While Shimla is an ecstatic town, its beauty is magnified by the wide variety of wildlife thriving in the hilly slopes and forests. The Himalayan bird park is one such place where you can find a wide diversity of birds which you mightn’t have seen anywhere before.
Other tourist attractions spots are here.
“In all things of nature there is something of the marvelous.”
— Aristolte
To visit Shimla book your tickets by train, flight or make it more adventurous by a road trip. Here is the travel guide map for Shimla by Maps of India. Enjoy the vastness and splendid Himalayan beauty of India.
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