Shimla, Colonial Charm of Himachal, Shimla located at an average altitude of 2,397 meters above from sea level. It is one of the most famous tourist attraction in India. Shimla is also the capital of Himachal Pradesh, boats lovely deodar forests and mountain views, combining the beauty of the majestic Himalayas with the sleepy charm of a hill town. This lovely hill station was 'discovered' by the British who immediately fell in love with this place. British government was used this place as a Summer Capital of India from 1864-1947 due to extensive heatwave in the plain region. Before developing the city as capital, the region was a dense forest and only consisted of few scattered houses. The town retains its colonial heritage, with grand old buildings, charming iron lamp posts.
The Mall is one of the longest stretches of open air, penetration promenades in the world. It is the main street in Shimla. It was built during British colonial rule, the Mall road is located a level below the ridge. The Redge to Viceregal Lodge stretch forms the core of Shimla’s ‘’Heritage Zone’’. It has the number of cafes, restaurants, shops, department stores, showrooms.
The Ridge of Shimla is a large open spacious platform, from where you can find the breath-taking view of the mountain peaks of Shimla. Summer Hill is another popular attraction of the town. It is situated at an altitude of 5600 feet on the Shimla- Kalka railway line. This beautiful place is located 5 kilometre from the Ridge is the beautiful little township of Summer Hill.
Gaiety Heritage Cultural Complex is one of the most popular attraction of the town, which is known as one of the most historic place in Shimla 122 years old and it has been recently reopened to the public. Built in a Gothic Victorian Style it serves as an important centre for various cultural and literary events.
Christ Church is one of the most popular colonial tourist attraction of Shimla. It is the one of the oldest church of north India. It was built in the neo-Gothic style in 1857. Colonel Dumbleton donated the clock on the church in 1860. It is one of the most impotent attraction of Shimla and very well maintained and remains in good condition, however, The Clock no longer functions due to entropy.
Apart from colonel charms, there are some other attractions as well. You may visit Shimla state museum is another most popular attraction built in the style of colonial edifice with sprawling lawns all around, it was built in 1974. It houses a large number of sculptures, coins, handicrafts, magnificent paintings of not only the state of Himachal Pradesh but outside too.
Tara Devi Temple is one of the most important temple of Shimla. It is located at 11 kilometer from Shimla at height of 1851 meters above sea level.
Shimla has pleasant climate throughout the year, but from March to June is a popular tourist season in Shimla. Winters are also a popular season for people who are looking for snow.
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