Exotic mountain ranges, vibrant culture, picturesque landscape and exquisitely designed wooden handicrafts represent the dynamic Himachal Pradesh Capital, popularly known as Shimla. A paradise on earth, Shimla bears relics to the rich architectural and cultural legacy of Himachal Pradesh.
Spread over an area of 5131 sq. km, the beautiful capital of Himachal Pradesh comprises of a total population of 7,21,745. The natural and scenic beauty of the capital enchants and enthralls the tourist. The beautiful city of Shimla was named after the Goddess Shyamala, whose temple attracts several devotees through out the year. After the advent of the British, they chose Shimla as the Summer Capital to save themselves from the scorching heat.
The capital is easily accessible by road, rail and air. The narrow railway track connects Kalka with Shimla. The beautiful city of Shimla is adorned with many tall and imposing buildings of the ancient times that displays the rich architectural styles of the British. The wide and clean roads are lined by tall trees that adds to the grace of the city.
Shimla has many places of tourist interest. Some of the tourist destination of Shimla are:
- The Mall- Located at the heart of the city, the Mall attracts several tourist. It is an important commercial center of the city which houses several significant buildings of the ancient times
- Christ Church- The splendid Church of Simla adds to the graces of the city. One of the oldest Church of Northern India, the religious monument is known for its marvelous architectural style
- Jakku Hill- The highest point of Shimla, the Jakku Hill offers an bird's eye view of the city
The capital of Himachal Pradesh, Shimla is a noted destination for film makers, artists and several other tourist who want to enjoy nature at its best.
