Shimla tourism is an ideal for those who plan to get away from the scorching heat of the plains and enjoy in the midst of the land of snow and clouds. Shimla is referred to as the 'Queen of Hills' because of its enormous scenic and natural beauty.

Holidaying in Shimla is matter of heavy delight and fun. This hill resort is a perfect tourist destination. Shimla is situated at an elevation of 2159 meters above the sea level.

Shimla Tourist Places

Ridge
Mall
Jakhoo temple
State museum
Chadwick fall
Summer hill
Narkanda
Jubbal
Prospect hill
Viceregal Lodge
Annadale
Glen
Christ Church

Besides the above, the temples that are well known tourist sites are:

Kali Bari Temple
Temple of Kamna Devi
Sankat Mochan Temple
Tara Devi Temple
Dumgir Buddhist Temple
Raghunath Temple
Ayodhya Temple
Narsingh Temple

Other places of Shimla Tourism are

Tattapani
Kufri
Chail
Kasauli
Solan

Lodging and boarding is an integral part of Shimla tourism. Some of the hotels where you can lodge in Shimla are:

Shilon Resort
Kufri Chail Road
The Cecil Oberoi Resort
Chaura Maidan
Hotel Combermere
The Mall
Springfields
Chotta Shimla
Hotel Wildflower Hall
Chharabra
Clark's Hotel
The Mall

The climate has to be kept in mind if one plans for Shimla tourism. The summers are ideal for visiting Shimla as the climate is mild. Also for those who wants to enjoy snowfall, December is the right time for them. It is always better to avoid monsoons as the hills become slippery.

Shimla is connected with Delhi and Kullu by air. One can also reach Shimla via Chandigarh by air. Kalka mail connects Shimla through train.

Last Updated on : 25 March 2011