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Sankatmochan temple-- Jakhu HILLS
vpas Says: We had a good time,climbing the somewhat steep steps of this temple.to add to the adventure was the presence of many aggressive monkeys.we were forewarned and hence forearmed!Make sure you carry sticks,remove your glasses/specatacles and dont carry food items in such way...
Taste of Wilderness in modern times
walktolive Says: Hi Sandy,I liked the Jaakhu temple in Simla. Though be aware of the very naughty and impertinent monkeys there. They can injure even when they do not mean to and take care of your belongings. Regards,Walker
Oceantho Says: Places NearbyChail is 43 kms from Shimla and a little higher up. It is a small little hill station created by the Maharaja of Patiala. Chail has undulating hillsides, streams, and wooded areas where you can see sambhar and whole lot of exotic birds. Chail has not been...
traceyspacey Says: Whilst you are here, you should have at least one walk down the Mall. Whether you want to go shopping, get something to eat or watch people go about their day lives. The Mall is a popular place for people to meet and talk.
See the preparations for Republic Day
traceyspacey Says: We were sitting outside Coffee Cafe Day watching the army and police practicing their marches for Republic Day. Republic Day marks the adoption of the constitution of India and the transition of India from a British Dominion to a Republic on January 26th 1950. It is a...
Willettsworld Says: The site for the Viceregal Lodge was selected by Lord Lytton, the British Viceroy of India during 1876-80. It was built during the Viceroyalty of Lord Dufferin during 1884-88 in Neo-Gothic style with elements of Scottish Baronial architecture. Inside, the magnificent...
Willettsworld Says: The State Museum opened in 1974 and is located up a very steep hill about 2.5km west of Scandal Point on the way to the Viceregal Lodge. The museum contains has exhibits of stone and wooden carvings, minature paintings, coins, stamps, dolls, costumes, weapons and guns, Hindu...
Kalka-Shimla mountain railway - stations on the wa
Willettsworld Says: Here's some of the lovely quaint and picturesque stations you stop at along the way. You do get the chance to stretch your legs for about 10 minutes or so at some of them plus have the opportunity to buy a cup of tea or coffee. More pictures can be found in one of my...
traceyspacey Says: Yes, it is part of a chain but they have great coffee and friendly staff. You cannot smoke inside, but there are chairs and tables outside with a roof covering. Good place to meet other travelers. Cafe Coffee Day is a South Indian chain so it was a surprise to find that they...
Willettsworld Says: I have to say that there aren't a great deal of good restaurants in Shimla. This small place near the lift on The Mall was OK but certainly nothing special. I ate an Aloo Gobhi, rice and naan and a drink.
The Pub/On the Rocks: Avoid it
traceyspacey Says: We went here with some other travellers we had met who had been before.This place is part of the nightclub and cinema complex. It does have comfy sofa's and windows over looking Shimla. Only there is no heating and the toilets are dark.However,When we got our bill, that is...
Rendevous Bar and Restaurant: A friendly place to be
traceyspacey Says: What we liked about this place is that women are welcome here. The staff are friendly and will happily talk to you about the cricket. They have a heater which is rare in Shimla. The drinks are reasonabily priced. I can also recommend the snacks.A warm, friendly place to...
maclean Says: Travelling from Delhi to Shimla is a long process but the beauty really starts when you reach Kalka and pick up 'The Toy Train' to Shimla. Not exactly top class luxury but the views are a delight although with 103 tunnels and over 700 non-girder bridges in a distance of only...
vpas Says: In the medical shop right opposite to the Club Mahindra property in Mashobra called Whispering pines, they arrange cars and tours.The owner of the medical shop Mr.Sharma is very helpful and has useful information.He rents cars with drivers and can also arrange for home...
Oceantho Says: Air Nearest airport to Shimla is at Jubberhatti, 26 km from Shimla. It has connecting flights to Delhi and Kullu. The nearby Chandigarh airport is, however, more handy as it is connected to all the major airports in India. Following is the schedule of flights from and to...
vpas Says: Honey Hut is a concept store of honey and honey based products.It is simply funtastic!!If you are too tired of having Indian cuisine while in Himachal,just try out the goodies here.The also serve exotic drinks and fizz,icecream etc.. Honey based cakes,pastries,muffins,dry...
vpas Says: You will find kinnauri topis or himachali topis which are round caps made of wool and have embroidery in the front.They look very smart and ethnic.They are priced between Rs.50 to Rs.200.They are colourful and a must buy for both yourself and to gift others.
shop till you drop at the Mall
vpas Says: There are rows and rows of shops in the area called "the Mall".You can find shops selling all possible things.It is a nice place to spend an evening not just shopping,but also you could eat snacks and hang out drinking in the atmosphere.The mayor's office and buildings and...
Willettsworld Says: Watch out for these guys. They're everywhere in Shimla. One place where they can swoop down from above and surprise you is near the Indian Coffee House near Scandal Point where telephone lines cross over the road. You can see them running and hopping along roof tops and...
vpas Says: Natural hot water springs at the banks of river Sutlej in a place called Tattapaani.This is long drive away from Shimla,the capital of Himachal Pradesh,but is worth the drive.The temperatures are usually high and warm.Do take a change of clothes,so that you could indulge in...
Plan a Simla vacation with reviews, tips and photos posted by real travelers and Simla locals
Several old colonial buildings from the turn of the 20th century still survive in Shimla, albeit a few of them look very run down. One that looks very...
6 members live in Simla
Q: How many minimum days ( 1, 2, 3, ...) one should need to see Shimla. We are party of 4 are planning to visit shimla during the...
A: welcome to VT.even few hours will be enough if u dont like that place but still i think 2-4 days will be enough.
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... Selain belanja aneka kerajinan setempat di Lakkar Bazaar, trekking dan bird watching merupakan pilihan saya. Sejatinya ada jalur terkenal Shimla - Kullu Valley lewat Jalori Pass [3.000 m dpl]...
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Shimla - A little piece of England in India
Shimla is a popular hill station that is located in the foothills of the Himalayas approx 350km (220 miles) north of Delhi in the state of Himachal Pradesh, of which it is the state capital. It was......
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There is a touch of 'Brighton' in Shimla, the capital comes out to play in this hill station, and it quickly gained notority for the 'fun side' of life, as can be seen from this quote : "Shimla’s...
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I spent 3 days in Shimla in my travels through Northern India in 2004. My stay was in the low season of February and in places around town there were some patches of snow from a big dump a couple of...
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Simla must have been beautiful once upon a time!
Simla has borne the brunt of over crowding and pollution.However it is still worth a visit.Do try and stay at place around Shimla like Chile, Mashobra etc. which are not crowded and are indeed...
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