Shimla travel tips are very important before you plan for a visit to this hill resort. Travelling in Shimla becomes more enjoyable, if you go by the below mentioned travel tips of Shimla.
Some travel tips of Shimla:
Cotton clothes are recommended during summers though you may need to wear some light winter garment in summer too. In the winters the climate is very chilling, so heavy woollen garments are a must.
Shops are open from Monday to Saturday from ten in the morning to five in the evening.
For dining, restaurants are open upto eleven at night.
For the foreigners, passport is required to enter India. Visa is a must that can be procured from Indian Diplomatic Mission.
Though credit cards are accepted, but it is advisable to carry cash in pocket.
Some Dos of Shimla travel tips:
Drink boiled water or mineral water.
Carry lotions with yourself.
Carry medicines
If you want to visit Shimla driving, then carry additional fuel with yourself.
Ask for fare chart if the taxis or auto-rickshaws do not have a meter.
Negotiate with the porter while trekking on animals back.
Dispose off waste materials carefully.
Some Dont's of Shimla travel tips:
Try to avoid strangers.
Dont buy antiques and products made out of endangered animals.
Dont leave non-biodegradable items here and there.
For the foreigners who plan to visit Kinnaur and Spiti, take permission from:
Deputy Commissioner
Phone: 0177-2651201, 0177-2653535
Additional District Magistrate
Phone: 0177-2657005
Sub Divisional Magistrate, Urban
Phone: 0177-2657007
Sub Divisional Magistrate, Rural
Phone: 0177-2657009
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